Regional Medical Science Liaison

Vifor Pharma has a very exciting product pipeline in rare diseases. Therefore,
in order to shape the landscape and prepare for launch, we are looking to
expand our team of MSLs. We currently have a vacancy for an experienced
Medical Science Liaison to join us in Jeddah. This role will cover Jeddah and
Kuwait.

It is an exciting opportunity to be involved in a niche therapy area and be a
part of a team launching a product in an area of unmet clinical need.

Responsibilities:
* As an MSL, you will be responsible for the following:
* Develop and maintain scientific and medical expertise (Orphan disease areas)
* Identify, develop and maintain relationships with KOLs, HCPs and professional organisations
* KOL engagement, key account medical support, training and other appropriate activities
* Facilitate scientific engagement, scientific exchange and medical information
* Provide Disease State Education, clinical presentations and respond to medical requests
* Update medical team and other internal stakeholders on medical community interactions
* Provide medical support for patient and formulary access following global and local policies and procedures including liaison with patient associations
* Support the development, implementation, and completion of medical activities (advisory boards, congress symposia, hospital meetings and speaker programs)
* Serves as a medical resource for internal medical and sales training
* Support company sponsored clinical research and IIS process
* Attend relevant scientific meetings and conferences and support development of summaries of key data, presentations, or symposium
* Ensure compliance with applicable local and global laws, regulations, guidelines and company policies and procedures
Requirements:
* As a Medical Science Liaison, you will need to demonstrate the following skills and experience:
* Deep therapy area knowledge in nephrology, rheumatology, or autoimmune diseases
* Demonstrated experience in KOL, HCP or medical community engagement
* ‎5 years ' experience with pharma industry locally, regionally, or globally
* ‎3 years' experience as MSL/Field Medical within pharmaceutical experience
* Experience in literature review and analysis
* Experience in clinical research Excellent oral and written communication skills
* Experience in public scientific presentations and experience in planning and delivering medical trainings
* Experience gained in the pharmaceutical industry and a strong understanding of the healthcare compliance requirements locally and globally
* Strong communication skills and fluency in Arabic and English
* Hold Saudi Citizenship
Educational qualifications:
* Doctoral level degree (MD, PharmD or PhD) or MSc in Medical Field (e.g. Pharmacy, Nursing, Chemistry or Biology) with experience in clinical practice, research or pharmaceutical medical affairs within Nephrology, Rheumatology or Autoimmune disease
* Availability to travel up to ‎50% of the time is a must.

If this opportunity is of interest to you, please apply by submitting your
application including your updated CV in English.
Please note for you to be considered for this position, you must be a citizen
of Saudi Arabia.

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