Valneva
Medical Science Liaison
Valneva, Orlando, Florida, us, 32885
The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) is the medical and scientific expert for the appropriate utilization of Valneva vaccines and related therapeutic areas between the medical community and the Company. The MSL is responsible for building collaborative relationships with opinion leaders, facilitating the exchange of fair, balanced, objective scientific information, and for gathering medical intelligence through peer-to-peer interactions with healthcare professionals. This is a field-based, non-promotional role that requires that all activities are executed in compliance with all policies, industry code of practice, regulations, and laws. Reporting to the Head of Public Health, the MSL is responsible for the implementation of the US Medical Affairs Plan and tactics that support the successful commercialization of in-market and future Valneva vaccines.Key Responsibilities:
The MSL identifies, develops and maintains peer-to-peer collaborations and effective working relationships with key medical experts in the field of Travel Medicine, Infectious Diseases, Vaccinology, and Public Health.The MSL supports key medical expert advocates, speakers, consultants and advisors through provision of scientific and clinical information.The MSL develops and maintains a national and regional database of key strategic contacts for each relevant product and disease area.The MSL provides high quality scientific and medical information to both internal and external stakeholders on request and in a timely manner.The MSL delivers best in class, scientific, educational meetings executed in accordance with Valneva’s and local regulatory and legal frameworks.The MSL provides scientific information in an objective and ethical manner to ensure appropriate positioning of Valneva products within relevant national and regional guidelines and formularies.The MSL contributes to the development of US’s Medical Affairs plan and provides input into national and regional strategies and tactics.The MSL will participate in Medical Affairs initiatives: advisory boards, assisting with publications, medical education opportunities, reviews of literature, developing presentations, medical communications, training, and speaker development.The MSL works in a collaborative manner with cross-functional colleagues to ensure a Key Account Management approach.The MSL identifies educational and research gaps and opportunities aligned with Valneva Medical Affairs strategy.The MSL attends appropriate scientific congresses to stay abreast of medical and scientific developments in the field.The MSL responds to requests for Investigator Sponsored Trial (IST) grants and facilitates the submission and review of ISTs.The MSL is responsible to complete the company’s pharmacovigilance training and to report all adverse events or other safety relevant information.Minimum Requirements:
Advanced Scientific Degree required (e.g. MD, PhD, Pharm D, MSc, etc.)Minimum 5 years of experience as an MSL or Medical Affairs rolePrior Vaccines or Infectious Diseases Therapeutic Area experience preferredCandidates will ideally have well-established networks and understanding of decision-making structures.Candidate must have a strong understanding of compliance framework and ability to work compliantly.Thorough knowledge of the healthcare system, disease prevention and management.Proven ability to develop and foster peer-to-peer relationships.Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize, and work effectively with minimal supervision.Ability to understand and summarize all aspects of clinical trials and papers.Ability to research scientific literature, and write reports, papers and research protocols.Solid understanding of industry code of practice and US regulations.Excellent teaching skills and ability to present scientific material clearly.Ability to participate in a scientific dialogue with HCPs and researchers.Ability to recognize opportunities/gaps/obstacles and find creative solutions.Must be able to function in a highly regulated environment.Must be able to handle objections and manage issues raised by HCPs.Responsibilities may require working outside of “normal” business hours.Willingness to travel nationally and internationally (~60% of time)Requires a valid Driver's license.Working knowledge of virtual presentation platforms, social media and Microsoft Office Suite is also required.Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.Pharmaceutical business and vaccine market knowledge considered an asset.
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The MSL identifies, develops and maintains peer-to-peer collaborations and effective working relationships with key medical experts in the field of Travel Medicine, Infectious Diseases, Vaccinology, and Public Health.The MSL supports key medical expert advocates, speakers, consultants and advisors through provision of scientific and clinical information.The MSL develops and maintains a national and regional database of key strategic contacts for each relevant product and disease area.The MSL provides high quality scientific and medical information to both internal and external stakeholders on request and in a timely manner.The MSL delivers best in class, scientific, educational meetings executed in accordance with Valneva’s and local regulatory and legal frameworks.The MSL provides scientific information in an objective and ethical manner to ensure appropriate positioning of Valneva products within relevant national and regional guidelines and formularies.The MSL contributes to the development of US’s Medical Affairs plan and provides input into national and regional strategies and tactics.The MSL will participate in Medical Affairs initiatives: advisory boards, assisting with publications, medical education opportunities, reviews of literature, developing presentations, medical communications, training, and speaker development.The MSL works in a collaborative manner with cross-functional colleagues to ensure a Key Account Management approach.The MSL identifies educational and research gaps and opportunities aligned with Valneva Medical Affairs strategy.The MSL attends appropriate scientific congresses to stay abreast of medical and scientific developments in the field.The MSL responds to requests for Investigator Sponsored Trial (IST) grants and facilitates the submission and review of ISTs.The MSL is responsible to complete the company’s pharmacovigilance training and to report all adverse events or other safety relevant information.Minimum Requirements:
Advanced Scientific Degree required (e.g. MD, PhD, Pharm D, MSc, etc.)Minimum 5 years of experience as an MSL or Medical Affairs rolePrior Vaccines or Infectious Diseases Therapeutic Area experience preferredCandidates will ideally have well-established networks and understanding of decision-making structures.Candidate must have a strong understanding of compliance framework and ability to work compliantly.Thorough knowledge of the healthcare system, disease prevention and management.Proven ability to develop and foster peer-to-peer relationships.Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize, and work effectively with minimal supervision.Ability to understand and summarize all aspects of clinical trials and papers.Ability to research scientific literature, and write reports, papers and research protocols.Solid understanding of industry code of practice and US regulations.Excellent teaching skills and ability to present scientific material clearly.Ability to participate in a scientific dialogue with HCPs and researchers.Ability to recognize opportunities/gaps/obstacles and find creative solutions.Must be able to function in a highly regulated environment.Must be able to handle objections and manage issues raised by HCPs.Responsibilities may require working outside of “normal” business hours.Willingness to travel nationally and internationally (~60% of time)Requires a valid Driver's license.Working knowledge of virtual presentation platforms, social media and Microsoft Office Suite is also required.Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.Pharmaceutical business and vaccine market knowledge considered an asset.
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