Medical Science Liaison, Carolinas/Tn/Al/Ar

We are a dedicated group of scientists, physicians, and businesspeople working together toward one goal: to discover and develop therapies that can unleash the power of the body’s immune system to treat and potentially cure cancer. We are passionate about the work we do every day at Agenus to deliver on the promise of immuno-oncology. If you’re looking for an inspired environment, passionate colleagues, and a culture that nurtures learning, innovation and team success, we invite you to join us.

The Role

Agenus is seeking an experienced solid tumor Medical Science Liaison (MSL) to join an exciting opportunity within our Global Medical Affairs (GMA) team and work in a dynamic and collaborative environment. This is a field-based position and an extension of GMA organization. MSLs are responsible for developing professional relationships with healthcare professionals through scientific engagement to support Agenus clinical stage molecules. MSLs engage healthcare professionals through scientific exchange and provide clinical and scientific support.

In The Role You Will

• Synthesize and communicate clinical and scientific insights to internal stakeholders
• Act in accordance with company policies, including, for example, the Code of Business Conduct and ethics and Standards of General Data Protection regulations (GDPR).
• Support Agenus sponsored clinical trials through investigators’ site engagement
• Educate on clinical value, Patient Reported Outcomes (PRO), and economic analysis to payers, providers, and other appropriate stakeholders as requested
• Execute on MSL strategy consistent with Global Medical Affairs product strategy
• Advance MSL value proposition, demonstrate tact and professionalism, and deliver results
• Monitor and analyze scientific publications, clinical trials, and competitive landscape in the assigned therapeutic area(s) and allocated regions.
• Develop territory specific KOL and account plans including OL profiles, pre-call planning, and follow up plans
• Document MSL quantitative and qualitative accomplishment
• Support speaker training as requested and ensure speakers are up to date with evolving disease and product data
• Identify and execute opportunities for scientific collaboration with KOLs and other relevant stakeholders.
• Communicate clinical and scientific information in an accurate and clear manner
• Engage with healthcare professionals / entities to educate on clinical, scientific, and Real World Evidence (RWE) to advance the science and scientific collaborations as aligned with Agenus goals and objectives
• Maintain clinical and scientific expertise and general industry business acumen
• Respond to unsolicited inquiries consistent with MSL compliance standards
• Attend and present at scientific congresses and meetings to stay up-to-date with the latest scientific developments and trends in the assigned therapeutic area(s).
• Support national, regional and local scientific congresses including Key Opinion Leader (KOL) engagement, poster /abstract coverage, and company debriefs

Qualifications: About You

• BS/BA with at least 10 years of relevant experience focus on clinical practice, clinical research, or relevant oncology training
• Five or more years of experience as oncology MSL in solid tumors
• Industry experience in medical affairs / clinical development at a biotech or pharma
• Oncology therapeutic experience in particular solid tumors
• MD, PharmD, DO, or PhD (with relevant clinical experience)

Capabilities

• Understanding of the design and execution of research studies and strategic implications.
• Strong time management & organizational skills.
• Strong comprehension of disease states, and knowledge of differential algorithms for treatment decisions and experience in disease states of interest to Agenus.
• Demonstrates ability to deal with ambiguity and thrive in an ever-changing environment.
• Designs and/or leads training initiatives and best practices.
• Strong project management skills with demonstrated ability to manage projects and/or colleagues in successful implementation of business-critical projects.
• Ability to effectively collaborate in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to interpret key scientific data and translate the findings to meet educational and research needs to affect corporate research strategic activities/decisions.
• Ability to travel
• An expert understanding of the health care delivery system, including the managed care arena and its impact on patient care, regional medical care and the pharmaceutical industry. Ability to identify the unmet medical, educational, and research needs at a local & regional level in the medical community.
• Impactful verbal and written communication skills.
• Exhibits high degree of emotional intelligence and appreciation of diversity and multiculturalism.
• Proven ability to drive results at a high level of quality as a strategic and creative thinker.

Computer Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Experienced with electronic CRM systems

Other Qualifications

• Fluent in the dominant language in the assigned region
• Other languages are an advantage
• Fluent in English (written and spoken)

Competencies

• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently. Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time. Follows instructions and responds to management direction.
• Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and development areas; Pursues training and opportunities for growth; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
• Communication - Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations. Writes clearly and informatively. Able to read and interpret written information.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully.
• Adaptability – Able to adapt to changes in the work environment. Manages competing demands. Changes approach or method to best fit the situation. Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed. Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Shares expertise with others.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Project Management - Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget.
• Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

Agenus is Delighted to Provide you With a Comprehensive Benefits Plan, Including Some of the Following:

• Flexible Vacation Plan-In a time when we move at the speed of light, what matters most is what we achieve, not how many hours we clock or accrue. We want people to take breaks when they need them most and own their time. Our philosophy at Agenus is that freedom to take this time will lead to clarity, creativity and innovation through rested and refreshed eyes. With our Flexible Vacation Plan, Agenus will not limit the amount of vacation you can take. It will allow you to take the vacation time as you need, while fulfilling your job responsibilities and making meaningful contributions to our mission
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical expenses and dependent care expenses
• Highly competitive and inclusive medical, dental and vision coverage options
• 401k match and Financial Planning tools
• Education Assistance Program
• Catered Lunch
• Free Parking
• Employee Stock Purchase Plans
• Care.com Memberships

Our core values

The way we work sets Agenus apart.

We put the patient first

We aspire to change the world, improving the experience and options available for every single cancer patient. The answers are out there, and patients are waiting.

We are bold, and we are one

We believe that the only way to deliver on our goals is to aim high and work as one global team. We look for opportunities to challenge, collaborate with, and support one another. We aim to break conventional standards and perform at extraordinary levels.

We work with integrity, respect and honesty

These three building blocks serve as pillars for how we behave, operate, and execute our mission.

We are a culture of ownership and accountability

We hold ourselves accountable not only for exceptional results, but how we get our results.

We are obsessively curious and deeply committed to learning

We live in a fast-paced environment that requires us to learn at or above the speed of change. We believe that curiosity fuels the desire to create, and learning provides the tools to progress.

We perform at our best every day

Every day counts. We confront insurmountable obstacles, problems and choices with intellect, perseverance and hard work.