Key Skills

Job Description

Junior Medical Science Liaison, Benelux, 10-month contract Vertex Pharmaceuticals Belgium or Netherlands - 70% field based, 30% remote home working. Looking for opportunities with purpose, impact and possibilities? Our client, Vertex, is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation. As they grow their pipeline at pace, they are strengthening their reputation for creating transformative medicines for people with serious diseases. General Summary: The Junior Medical Science Liaison (MSL), with support and guidance from peers and management, will serve as a scientific liaison to the medical/academic community and is responsible for establishing and maintaining relationships with Health Care Providers/Professionals (HCPs) to ensure the appropriate dissemination of clinical and scientific information regarding Vertex’s compounds in a timely, ethical and stakeholder-focused manner. The MSL will contribute to shaping the medical plan by providing external stakeholders' insights and contribute to the design and execution of the Medical Affairs strategy and plan. The MSL will engage HCPs in response to scientific educational and research needs with available Vertex resources and provide the latest emerging data in response to specific inquiries, as appropriate. Key Duties and Responsibilities: Through scientific exchange, develop trusting relationships with a predefined list of medical and scientific Thought Leaders and other HCPs. Apply principles of the Scientific Engagement Model (SEM) to enhance the quality of interactions as assessed by field coaching observations. Incorporates the medical plan (i.e. listening priorities) into interactions and captures feedback in the CRM system with appropriate oversight by management, to inform internal stakeholders and assist in shaping the medical strategy. With guidance from management, utilize the CRM system and analytics reports to capture interaction details in a time sensitive manner and to enhance future TL engagements and manage workload. Exchanges scientific information effectively and compliantly with external stakeholders at a proficient level of communication for both disease state and product to external stakeholders as assessed by management coaching and field observations. Conceptual and practical knowledge of local and regional payers within the geography and understanding the relationships between those plans and patient care delivery in the region. With guidance from management, Vertex represents medical congresses by providing scientific session/abstract coverage, booth staffing coverage, routine TL interactions, contributing to the daily and end of congress summaries. After initial guidance, independently performs and completes, in a timely manner, administrative tasks such as CRM entry, vehicle mileage reporting, expense reporting, calendar entries, trainings assignments, etc. and conducts all activities in compliance with Vertex Policy and Procedures. Knowledge and Skills: Minimum requirement for advanced biomedical or life sciences degree (Masters, NP, PA). Some experience as a MSL, or in other roles in the pharma/biotech industry. Previous training or experience in cystic fibrosis or respiratory is helpful. Ability to complete goals within allotted timeframes and deliver high-quality results. Ability to initiate, plan and complete projects in a constantly changing field-based environment. Ability to identify issues and create solutions. Ability to critically appraise and comprehend medical and scientific literature. Ability to effectively present clinical/scientific information in a credible manner in varied settings. knowledge and understanding of assigned geographic territory and healthcare regulatory environment. Ability to use Microsoft Office programs and to work in a matrix environment. Ability to apply knowledge of relevant disease and disease management protocols, healthcare environment and competitors to articulate the medical and scientific value of Vertex products. Demonstrated good understanding around the compliance and regulatory frameworks that govern the pharmaceutical industry and conducts compliant interactions with internal and external stakeholders. Possess general working knowledge of payers and unique medical information needs to support access and appropriate use of Vertex medicines. Fluent in English & Dutch, French is an advantage (oral and written) Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record. Ability to travel overnight up to 70%, depending on assigned geography; including occasional weekend travel Vertex is partnering with Talent Works to manage their international temporary job openings. If you are successful in your application, you will be employed by Talent Works to work on a temporary assignment at Vertex.

Core Responsibilities

Build trusted relationships with medical and scientific thought leaders and healthcare professionals, and provide timely, ethical scientific exchange about Vertex medicines and disease areas. Capture stakeholder insights in the CRM, contribute to medical strategy and congress activities, and complete administrative responsibilities in compliance with company policies.

Requirements

Requires an advanced biomedical or life sciences degree, such as a master's degree, and some experience as an MSL or in another pharmaceutical or biotechnology role. Candidates should communicate fluently in English and Dutch, have strong scientific appraisal and presentation skills, understand healthcare and compliance environments, hold a valid driver's license, and be able to travel overnight up to 70%; French is an advantage.