Medical Science Liaison/ Senior Medical Science Liaison, East Region

MISSION

Mirum Pharmaceuticals is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to transforming the treatment of rare liver diseases affecting children and adults. Propelled by our passion for patients and their families, we’re focused on turning possibilities into realities. Using data and meaningful evidence, our goal is to transform scientific discoveries into therapies that are poised to positively impact the treatment of rare liver diseases. We are collaborative, creative, and experienced professionals and we’re looking to augment our team with other individuals who embody our values: care, be real, get it done, and have fun, seriously. Learn more about our work, our culture, and what it’s like to be a part of our team:

Position Summary

The medical science liaison (MSL) or Sr. MSL is a field-based Medical Affairs professional who is primarily responsible for establishing and maintaining relationships with thought leaders and other healthcare professionals (HCPs) as well as engaging in scientific exchange in their assigned territory. This individual will also serve as a scientific resource and scientific expert in the support of medical affairs and related activities such as medical congress staffing, advisory boards and cross-collaborative initiatives.

This position will require the individual to be located in the Eastern United States.

Job Functions/Responsibilities

• Fully compliant with all company SOPs, regulatory requirements, and applicable laws including PhRMA guidelines for field-based employees
• Engages in scientific exchange in response to thought leader requests
• Completes other responsibilities in a timely manner, as assigned
• Can effectively articulate relevant scientific and clinical information relative to the therapeutic area to HCPs and researchers
• Serve as a liaison between HCPs who express interest in conducting investigator-initiated research to facilitate review and consideration of research proposals
• Identifies, can gain access to, and develops professional relationships with thought leaders and other healthcare professionals, active and potential study investigators, and professional organizations within their assigned geography
• Within PhRMA guidelines, supports company-sponsored research, investigator-initiated research, and publications.
• Stays abreast of emerging scientific literature and clinical data
• Utilizes scientific resources to deliver impactful presentations to varying audiences and in a variety of different settings including (but not limited to) advisory boards, patient advocacy groups, and payors
• Provides accurate and unbiased assessment of community needs to senior management
• Present clinical data at regional or national advisory boards
• Supports research initiatives across development and provides support to clinical site investigators
• Supports the congress and conference strategy, providing scientific support and communication of scientific insights

Qualifications

Education/Experience:

• Rare disease experience or prior experience in hepatology and/or gastroenterology preferred
• 5+ years field Medical Science Liaison experience preferred
• Advanced science or clinical degree (e.g. MD, DO, Pharm.D., PhD, NP, PA)

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Strong business acumen
• Excellent organizational skills
• Advanced computer skills (MS Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and willingness to learn new applications
• Able to travel frequently, up to 60% overnight travel and has a valid drivers’ license
• Launch experience preferred
• Ability to understand and effectively communicate scientific information
• Strong oral, written, and communication skills

Mirum Pharmaceuticals is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all Federal, State and Local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, age, national origin, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition or characteristics, disability, veteran’s status or any other classification protected by applicable State/Federal/Local laws.

Mirum Pharmaceuticals provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in job application procedures.