Description
As a GSK Medical Science Liaison (MSL), you will function as a key scientific resource for Canadian hepatology and GI specialists.
Your three core responsibilities are: 1) Responding to requests for in-depth scientific information in the field of hepatology; 2) Discussing and contextualizing new data from scientific conferences, publications, and GSK's pipeline to ensure a strong external understanding of how the science fits into clinical practice; 3) Driving the capture of important scientific insights from the external environment to support GSK's research efforts and inform overall medical strategy.
Responsibilities This role will provide you with the opportunity to lead key activities to progress your career. These responsibilities include:
- Identifying, establishing, and maintaining scientific peer-to-peer relationships with key external experts in hepatology and GI;
- Being the scientific field-based expert in hepatology in the territory and maintaining a deep understanding of relevant diseases, treatments, and the competitive landscape;
- Being agile and adaptable to provide value across a continuum of both internal and external stakeholders in a non-promotional manner;
- Serving as the primary interface between the healthcare community within your territory and internal GSK teams;
- Attending and providing scientific support at medical exhibits and scientific sessions at regional, national, and international medical conferences as needed;
- Providing scientific training for GSK sales representatives regarding GSK products and the conditions they treat;
- Working closely and collaboratively with commercial colleagues in a cross-functional field model.
Requirements
- An advanced post-graduate scientific degree (MD, PhD, PharmD) is strongly preferred;
- Previous experience in hepatology or gastroenterology in a medical affairs position or academia;
- Demonstrated ability to apply and leverage scientific and medical information while establishing scientific credibility through peer-to-peer discussion and debate;
- Proven ability to build, manage, and prioritize a large geography;
- Excellent public speaker, with outstanding scientific presentation skills;
- Exceptional interpersonal skills with a focus on collaboration, teamwork, and strategic execution of the medical affairs plan within the territory.
Preferred Qualifications
- Direct experience engaging senior KOLs, including global-level experts, in peer-to-peer scientific exchange;
- Prior experience managing a large, field-heavy geography with high travel demands and complex territory prioritization;
- Experience working in close collaboration with commercial colleagues while maintaining clear medical/non-promotional boundaries.