We are excited to announce that currently we are looking for an Associate Director Medical Science Liaisons in Transplant or Nephrology (Player/Coach) to initiate scientific dialogue within the therapeutic area of transplant centers through scientific discussions with clinical physicians, staff and other stakeholders, on behalf of our client.

Associate Director, MSL (Player/Coach)

The MSL Player Coach will have all of the functional responsibilities of the MSLs and will also provide coaching and mentoring for MSL skills development and overall performance.  The MSL Player Coach will be responsible for a territory to manager added coaching responsibilities. Goals will be accomplished by the development and execution of a business plan in concert with the business objectives of the organization and appropriate internal Clients.

Minimum qualifications:

• Advanced clinical/medical degree (Pharm D, MD, PhD) from an accredited college or university required
• Must be a Licensed Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, or Physician, with a minimum of four years of directly applicable clinical experience in nephrology.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience as an MSL required
• Minimum of 1 year of transplant experience required.
• In vitro diagnostics experience preferred
• Previous experience as transplant coordinator or nurse at transplant center preferred
• Management experience required; previous MSL management experience preferred
• Valid driver’s license required​
• Travel up to 70% of the time required
• Product launch experience preferred
• Proven track record of success
• Knowledge of customer segments and market dynamics
• Demonstrated expertise in discussing scientific content and context to multiple audiences
• Demonstrated level of proficiency with support technology (PC and CRM tools, Microsoft Teams)​
• Duties may require compliance with client requirements that all those performing services on-site be fully vaccinated

Position Descriptions and Duties:

• Player/Coach role will make field visits as needed: to develop and motivate MSLs for attainment with objectives; to assess and monitor field activity and work schedules; to monitor and manage field reporting
• Communicate with Client field/regional managers on regular and timely basis
• Assist with the planning and delivery of training and periodic MSL meetings
• Handle performance reviews, personnel issues, discipline and termination of MSLs
• Review and approve expense reports; monitor compliance with expense policies.
• Monitor compliance
• Monitor time-keeping and attendance
• Serve as an internal medical and scientific resource responsible for developing strategic communications and other materials supporting product information and clinical application.
• Work with internal colleagues for the client to share relevant scientific information internally from journal articles to keep the various teams aware of scientific news within the transplant or oncology/hematology market
• Support the use of our client’s products through HCP advocacy development and implementation of peer influence programs.
• Develop and maintains strong scientific knowledge of the current competitive landscape and competitive messaging.
• Upon request, present clinical data to healthcare professionals (scientific peer to peer) including physicians, academic institutions, researchers, and other health care professionals. 
• Work with stakeholders regarding investigator-initiated trials
• Provide approved information to customers to ensure access to current medical and scientific information as necessary.
• Upon request, assist or lead regional speaker bureau or online training programs in support of client scientific information and products and services.
• Supports advisory events to ensure accuracy of and clinician access to up-to-date scientific and clinical data.
• Attend medical congresses to develop relationships, build advocacy, and present key data. Represent our client at scientific congresses and/or advisory boards.
• An understanding of commercial strategy, clinical market expansion, health economics and reimbursement coding
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Experience and knowledge of molecular diagnostic assay technology

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IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all, including veterans and candidates with disabilities. https://jobs.iqvia.com/eoe

IQVIA’s ability to operate and provide certain services to customers and partners necessitates IQVIA and its employees meet specific requirements regarding COVID-19 vaccination status. https://jobs.iqvia.com/covid-19-vaccine-status

The potential base pay range for this role is $180,000-190,000 annually. The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job-related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, education, and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part-time). Dependent on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be offered, in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits.