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Medical Science Liaison - Hematology - Great Plains

Company Description

Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups tend to apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. Sobi encourages you to change that statistic and apply. Rarely do candidates meet 100% of the qualifications. We look forward to your application!

At Sobi, each person brings their unique talents to work as a team and make a difference. We are dedicated to developing and delivering innovative therapies to improve the lives of people who live with a rare disease. Our edge comes from our team of people and our commitment to patients.

Our mission and culture at Sobi North America get us excited to come to work every day, but here are a few more reasons to join our team:

  • Competitive compensation for your work
  • Generous time off policy
  • Summer Fridays
  • Opportunity to broaden your horizons by attending popular conferences
  • Emphasis on work/life balance
  • Collaborative and team-oriented environment
  • Making a positive impact to help ultra-rare disease patients who are in need of life saving treatments

Job Description

Medical Science Liaison - Hematology - Great Plains

Role & Function

The Medical Science Liaison functions as a highly trained, field-based, scientific expert who engages healthcare professionals to exchange clinical, scientific, and research knowledge. Following regulatory and corporate guidelines, they will facilitate and build scientific relationships and collaborations with the medical/scientific community. This position interacts with local, regional, and national HCPs, societies, and organizations. The MSL position is to provide educational, scientific, and research support for the SOBI rare disease portfolio of products in the hematology franchise. This is a remote position that requires up to 60% of travel. The candidate will have to reside within the territory: Great Plains (Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota)

Key Responsibilities

  • Appropriately interact with key thought leaders and healthcare professionals. In an accurate, fair, and balanced manner, exchange scientific information with external parties
  • Function as the primary point of contact in the field (Great Plans) for Sobi Medical Affairs
  • Report field intelligence to Sobi including competitive information, perspectives about compounds, disease state, and the treatment landscape
  • Provide support to the Sobi clinical development and operations teams through site recommendations, site initiation visits, facilitation of communication, and accrual support activities.
  • Participate in or lead advisory board meetings at the local, regional, and national level
  • Provide internal and external training about preclinical science, clinical data, and outcomes
  • Represent Sobi at medical conferences and provide session summaries
  • Within guidelines, provide cross-functional support across the company by being a scientific resource
  • Develop and maintain an advanced level of knowledge about pertinent studies, compounds, and diseases that would facilitate collegiate and scientific discussions with leading hematology/oncology thought leaders
  • Consistently demonstrate a high standard of excellence in the management of assigned territory while also supporting and contributing to the success of colleagues and the MSL organization as a whole
  • Frequent travel by ground and/or air is required. Estimated ≥ 60% time away from remote office to support territory size and product support requirements: Great Plains (Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota)

Qualifications

Qualifications

  • Accredited doctorate degree in a life-science or basic-science discipline (Pharm.D., D.Sc., D.N.P., Ph.D., or M.D./D.O.) [Consideration will be given to candidates with an advanced health degree and extensive industry or clinical experience.]
  • Ability to understand and effectively communicate scientific information; respond to inquiries and address needs of key stakeholders
  • A minimum of 1 year of MSL experience in therapeutic hematology/oncology
  • Demonstrated success managing internal/external stakeholders and leading or influencing cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment including strong teamwork and collaboration
  • Proven track record of strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
  • Strong written and oral communication skills to shape and articulate a clear strategy/story
  • Proven ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects concurrently
  • Ability to initiate and maintain relationships throughout the medical community.
  • Demonstrated ability to build positive constructive relationships with cross-functional internal team members.
  • Demonstrated high level of personal integrity, emotional intelligence, and flexibility.
  • Experience in relevant clinical practice a plus
  • Understanding of the highly regulated bio-pharm industry environment.
  • Basic understanding of the legal and regulatory environment
  • Disease state knowledge, hematology, and rare disease preferred.

Personal Attributes

Passion for science and teaching In addition, you must demonstrate behaviors in line with Sobi's core values: Care, Ambition, Urgency, Ownership and Partnership.

The base salary pay range for this role is $150,000-$180,000 annually. Actual pay for this position will take into account factors such as experience and location. In addition to a base salary, this position is also eligible for a competitive 401k match, short and long-term incentives, medical, dental, vision, STD/LTD and life insurance benefits, in addition to other health and wellness programs and offerings.

Additional Information

    All Sobi employees need to demonstrate behaviors in line with Sobi's core values: Care, Ambition, Urgency, Ownership and Partnership. Are you ready to be on the Sobi team? Come join a culture that empowers every person to be the person that makes a difference for rare disease.

    Why Join Us?

    We are a global company with over 1,700 employees in more than 30 countries and are committed to the societies where we operate. With a deeply skilled management team directing our day-to-day wins, and a Board with a stellar track record, we’re ready to take on the world’s diseases, ailments and adversity. Our people believe they have the power to make a positive impact in others’ lives because that’s exactly what we do here. If you’re seeking a career that taps into your talents in a way that makes the world a better, healthier place, we just may have a job for you.

    We know our employees are our most valuable asset, and our culture conveys that. We offer a competitive benefits package, to support the health and happiness of our staff.

    Sobi Culture

    At Sobi, we refuse to accept the status quo. This is because we have witnessed first-hand the challenges facing those affected by rare diseases, and have used this knowledge to shape our business to find new ways of helping them.

    As a specialized biopharmaceutical company, we are dedicated to rare diseases. And we see this focus as a strength. By effectively turning our research into ground-breaking treatments, we help make medicine more accessible and open up more possibilities for patients and more opportunities for those caring for them. This has been our approach since day one, but we know we can’t change the world of rare diseases on our own. Accomplishing this requires strong partnerships with patients, partners and stakeholders across the entire value chain. Together, we define how our business can create solutions that serve the needs of those affected by rare diseases while facilitating sustainable growth.

    An Equal Opportunity Employer

    Sobi is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at Sobi are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veterans and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status or protected groups by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

    Sobi is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. Disabled/Veterans. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access this website to apply for a vacancy as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by sending an email to [email protected]

    COVID-19 Policy

    For the safety of our employees and all individuals with whom we interact professionally, Sobi North America requires all new hires in the U.S. to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 with proof of vaccination status. We will consider requests for reasonable medical or religious accommodations, as well as any state-specific exemptions, as required by applicable law.

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    What You Should Know About Medical Science Liaison - Hematology - Great Plains, Sobi

    Sobi is excited to welcome a new Medical Science Liaison – Hematology to our Milwaukee, WI team, specifically covering the Great Plains area which includes Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota. At Sobi, we believe in fostering a collaborative environment where each member brings their unique talents to the table, and this role is no exception. As a Medical Science Liaison, you'll serve as our scientific expert in the field, engaging with healthcare professionals and forming meaningful connections to share vital clinical and research knowledge related to our hematology products. With a flexible, remote work setup and a travel requirement of about 60%, you’ll have the opportunity to represent Sobi at medical conferences and advisory board meetings. Your expertise will provide critical support to both our clinical development teams and the broader medical community. Joining us means being part of a passionate team dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of patients with rare diseases. The high standards we uphold are matched only by our commitment to work-life balance, so you’ll enjoy generous time off policies and even Summer Fridays! If you’re ready to make a difference while growing your career in an innovative and supportive environment, we would love to hear from you.

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Medical Science Liaison - Hematology - Great Plains Role at Sobi
    What are the key responsibilities of the Medical Science Liaison - Hematology at Sobi?

    The Medical Science Liaison - Hematology at Sobi will take on significant responsibilities including engaging with key thought leaders and healthcare professionals to exchange scientific information. You will act as the primary field contact for Sobi Medical Affairs in the Great Plains territory and report essential field intelligence to inform our clinical development strategies. Additionally, you'll lead advisory board meetings, provide training on scientific and clinical data, and represent Sobi at medical conferences.

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    What qualifications are required for the Medical Science Liaison - Hematology position at Sobi?

    For the Medical Science Liaison - Hematology position at Sobi, candidates must possess an accredited doctorate degree in a life-science discipline, such as Ph.D. or M.D. Additionally, a minimum of one year of experience in a similar MSL role focusing on therapeutic hematology/oncology is essential. Strong communication skills, the ability to manage multiple projects, and a passion for building relationships in the medical community are also critical for success in this role.

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    How much travel is involved for the Medical Science Liaison - Hematology role at Sobi?

    The Medical Science Liaison - Hematology role at Sobi entails a substantial travel commitment, estimated at 60% of your time. This travel will primarily cover the Great Plains territory, which includes Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota. You will have the opportunity to visit healthcare professionals, attend conferences, and participate in advisory board meetings across this region.

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    What is the work environment like for the Medical Science Liaison - Hematology at Sobi?

    At Sobi, the work environment for the Medical Science Liaison - Hematology is team-oriented and highly collaborative. We emphasize work-life balance, providing generous time off, including Summer Fridays. You will be part of a passionate team that values personal integrity and emotional intelligence, working together to support patients with rare diseases and improve their quality of life.

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    What is Sobi's approach to diversity and inclusion within the Medical Science Liaison - Hematology team?

    Sobi is committed to building a diverse team and eencourages individuals from all backgrounds, including women and underrepresented groups, to apply for the Medical Science Liaison - Hematology role. We believe that diverse perspectives lead to innovative solutions and provide employees with equal opportunities to thrive, aligning with our core values of care, ambition, urgency, ownership, and partnership.

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    Common Interview Questions for Medical Science Liaison - Hematology - Great Plains
    Can you describe your experience in hematology/oncology as it relates to your role as a Medical Science Liaison?

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