Medical Science Liaison Director – Biotechnology, Oncology
Job Description: • Act as the primary point of contact in the field for Exelixis Medical Affairs • Appropriately engage key national and regional thought leaders and healthcare professionals • In an accurate, fair and balanced manner, exchange scientific information with external parties • Intake and manage investigator-initiated study interests • Report field intelligence to Exelixis including competitive information, perspectives about compounds, and the treatment landscape • Provide support to the Exelixis clinical development and operations teams through site recommendations, initiation visits, facilitation of communication, and accrual support activities • Participate in or lead advisory board meetings • Provide internal and external training • Represent Exelixis at medical conferences and provide session summaries • Within guidelines, provide cross-functional support across the company by being a scientific resource • Develop and maintain a level of knowledge about pertinent studies, compounds, and diseases that would facilitate collegiate and scientific discussions with leading oncology thought leaders • Consistently demonstrate a high standard of excellence in the management of assigned territory while also supporting contributing to the success of colleagues and the MSL organization as a whole • Contribute to the business beyond the borders of a geographic territory on an as-needed basis • Serve as a positive role-model to Associate MSLs Requirements: • Master’s level oncology PA or NP with active commitment towards completion of doctorate degree, and a minimum of 11 years of related experience; or, Accredited doctorate degree in a basic-science or life-science discipline (Pharm.D., Ph.D., D.Sc., D.N.P., or D.O.) and a minimum of 8 years related experience; or, Equivalent combination of education and experience • A minimum of 5 years of MSL experience in therapeutic oncology preferred • Ability to travel frequently up to 50%, including occasional weekends • Ability to take and follow directions, accept guidance from management, and adjust quickly to changes • Ability to communicate and engage small and large groups in an engaging manner • Ability to be a strong individual contributor as well as a valued collaborator on a team • Ability to efficiently manage time and priorities • Ability to demonstrate project leadership while recognizing when input from others is needed • Ability to support the achievement of goals while executing all duties in an honest and compliant manner Benefits: • 401k plan with generous company contributions • Group medical, dental and vision coverage • Life and disability insurance • Flexible spending accounts • Discretionary annual bonus program • Sales-based incentive plan for field sales staff • Opportunity to purchase company stock • Long-term incentives • 15 accrued vacation days in the first year • 17 paid holidays including company-wide winter shutdown in December • Up to 10 sick days throughout the calendar year Apply tot his job