Medical Science Liaison (Andean region)

Job Description Summary:

Job Description:

Location: Colombia

Overview

Founded in 1998, PTC Therapeutics is a global commercial, diversified biopharmaceutical company. Our team is deeply committed to a unifying purpose: Extending life’s moments for rare disease patients and their loved ones.
PTC is a science-led, patient-centered biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering, developing and commercializing medicine for patients with orphan diseases.

At PTC, we foster an inclusive culture and are actively seeking diverse, talented individuals to join our team. Visit our website to learn more about our company and culture!
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JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) is a field-based position of Medical Affairs that supports and represents PTC and its products with, and to, key opinion leaders (KOLs), clinicians, academic institutions, and professional organizations. The incumbent addresses the specific needs of these clients by responding to unsolicited requests for information about PTC marketed and developing products. As the clinical and medical expert on the company’s products, he/she builds long-term relationships and establishes rapport with clinicians in hospitals, clinics, and academic centers through highly scientific product and disease state discussions that support or expand current therapeutic concepts and ensures safe and effective utilization of products.

The incumbent is also a resource to company management regarding market dynamics, business development and client feedback. The incumbent works cross-functionally with internal departments and external resources on Medical Science related issues. The Medical Science Liaison supports adherence to relevant regulatory requirements and company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as appropriate.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

·       Attends national and regional medical meetings and symposia as a representative of PTC and engages in discussions with attendees as appropriate; attends scientific sessions and poster presentations, gathers information, and summarizes findings; as possible, and when appropriate, cultivates professional relationships from these contacts.

·       Delivers, and may develop/design, fair-balanced and objective clinical and scientific presentations to healthcare professionals (HCPs), payors, patient organizations in response to unsolicited requests for information on the use of company products.

·       Identifies and trains speakers for advisory boards, symposia, and educational programs with regulatory approved materials, slides sets, abstracts, posters, etc. 

·       Identifies, organizes and carry outs regional medical initiatives e.g advisory board as needed.

·       Provides input to management regarding alternative therapies, business development opportunities/risks, and client feedback.

·       Establishes, manages and maintains successful relations with relevant health authorities, including but not limited to: KOLs, HCPs, academic institutions, payors, patient organizations, etc. 

·       Facilitates the accurate and timely submission of applications for unrestricted educational grants or research initiatives and requests for support of studies, per company policy 

·       Maintains a thorough awareness of medical/clinical, regulator, compliance and quality issues and processes as they apply to the PTC therapeutic areas and adheres to, and supports, the standards established by the company 

REQUIREMENTS:

·       Be based in Colombia

·       Medical degree with specialization preferably in internal medicine, neurology or genetics.

·       Hands-on experience working with KOLs, clinicians, HCPs, payors and/or academic institutions establishing/maintaining relationships and scientific/medical credibility 

·       Advanced English level (oral and written)

·       Demonstrated success in interpreting scientific data and presenting research information and complex technical information clearly to scientists and HCPs. 

·       Availability to travel (60% approx.)

·       Valid and updated driver license is required

·       Proficiency with Microsoft Office 

·       Excellent verbal and written communication and skills, including scientific/ technical writing and presentations

·       Analytical thinker with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines 

EEO Statement:

PTC Therapeutics is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, age, physical characteristics, social origin, disability, religion, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, veteran status or any unlawful criterion under applicable law. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and avoiding discrimination.

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