Research Liaison Officer

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Medical Science Liaison, CVR - B.The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) acts as a primary (but not exclusive) point of contact (PPOC) between Bayer and Thought Leaders (TLs) and acts as the scientific expert between Bayer and the medical community to facilitate education and evidence generation.
The MSL - Cadiovascular Renal shall act as a scientific expert and liaison between Bayer and the medical community through the dissemination and education of scientific data and material (including but limited to clinical research, real world evidence and health economic outcomes research). The MSL establishes long-term scientific and strategic relationships with Thought Leaders (TLs) (key, influential health care professionals/ scientists/ stakeholders who are involved in research activities, academic education, clinical guidelines and/or act as experts for reimbursement bodies) as well as with related major medical associations and academic centres. The MSL facilitates TL involvement in international, national, and regional initiatives, including advisory boards, learning programs, Continuing Medical Education (CME), research and publications. The MSL also serves as an important cross-functional internal partner to Bayer by sharing relevant information/ insights from TLs, developing and delivering product and therapeutic area training, and contributing strategic input to market access and research activities.
This is a vacant field-based permanent position, for the province of British Columbia.
Exchange and dissemination of scientific educational, and research related information: As the PPOC for assigned TLs, the MSL plans, partners and engages with TLs as a subject matter expert both proactively and reactively via various innovative, omnichannel TL engagement formats (aligned to customer preferences) to disseminate, clarify and educate on scientific data, study protocols, conference abstracts, publications and clinical guidelines. The MSL also collaborates with other field roles (ex. commercial field roles, market access, etc) to ensure the scientific needs of all stakeholders are addressed, as needed. (Both proactive discussions on-label, and reactive discussions for unsolicited off-label questions in alignment with local regulations)
TL identification, profiling, segmentation and engagement planning: Responsible for executing medical strategy by translating the local medical plan into implementable TL engagement plans in collaboration with cross-functional team and identify synergies with interests of Bayer and the medical community.
Responsible for generating TL insights on current clinical practice, beliefs and unmet medical needs, document and communicate them to cross-functional partners to inform agile planning cycles
Responsible for keeping abreast with latest scientific research on therapeutic area and developing strong understanding of Bayer’s market strategies and the healthcare landscape (including healthcare systems, competition, regulations, etc) so as to anticipate internal and external stakeholder needs and shape plans accordingly
Coordinate and organize scientific learning activities within the therapeutic area, working with TLs and other Bayer partners, as needed
Organize and lead regional consultant meetings related to current and evolving clinical practice, ongoing research, pipeline assets and future indications to gather insights and shape go-to-market strategies.
Collecting Investigator Initiated Research (IIR) ideas and facilitating IIR set-up: The MSL acts as the PPOC for investigators, facilitating the interface with investigators and appropriate Bayer personnel responsible for approval, and communication of study progress and completion
Responsible for supporting medical operations and site management for non-interventional and interventional trials with feasibility, initiation visits and recruitment/ data collection
Responsible for training related to disease state, Bayer product and competitor products for internal cross-functional partners within a region/territory and presenting to external stakeholders for market access, medical/clinical operations or commercial activities, as needed
Responsible for documenting medical information (MI) queries in alignment with MI handling procedures.
Ensure full compliance with company procedure by promptly reporting within 24 hours all adverse events, product quality or product technical complaints, and any other safety-related information
Bachelor’s degree. Advanced degree in science-related field eg. MD, PharmD, PhD preferred.
At least 2 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry in a customer facing medical affairs role or experience in drug information, clinical research and development, or other clinical relevant activities.
Has experience learning and using digital technology to develop communications, brand / TA campaigns and/or conduct analysis of medical data and generate insights
Embraces a mindset of Dynamic Shared Ownership, including focus on outcomes, collaboration, shared accountability, solution orientation, customer centricity.
Bayer is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of Inclusion and Diversity. We embrace and encourage our employees’ differences and believe that our people are our most valuable asset. Additional compensation may include a bonus or incentive compensation. Additional benefits may include insured benefits such as health care, vision, dental, disability, and contributory retirement savings plans, etc.
This salary range is an estimate and may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, market data and the applicant’s skills, prior relevant experience, job-related knowledge, specific degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors.
This role also provides the opportunity to earn additional performance-based compensation. If performance-based compensation is earned, the total compensation package may provide an opportunity to earn a Total Direct Compensation ( TDC) range of $127,400.00 to $177,400.00 . This TDC would include base salary and may also include items like bonuses (short-term and long-term incentives) and sales incentives. The estimated TDC range estimates performance-based compensation earned at 100% of target; however actual amounts may fluctuate below or above the TDC range based on company and/or individual performance.
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