Medical Science Liaison - Central or Mountain West
Medical Science Liaison - Central or Mountain West
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$ 166250 - 183750
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Description
Job Title:
Medical Science Liaison Central or Mountain West
Location:
Fieldbased
Position type:
FLSA:
Full time
Exempt
Department:
Finance ID:
Medical Affairs
2501U43783BF
Profoundly Improve Peoples Lives by Revolutionizing the Delivery of RNA Therapeutics
At Avidity Biosciences we are passionate about the impact of every employee in realizing our vision of improving peoples lives by delivering a new class of RNA therapeutics. Avidity is revolutionizing the field of RNA with its proprietary AOCs which are designed to combine the specificity of monoclonal antibodies with the precision of oligonucleotide therapies to address targets and diseases previously unreachable with existing RNA therapies. If you are a committed solutionoriented thinker join us in making a difference and become part of our growing culture that is integrated collaborative agile and focused on the needs of patients.
Avidity Biosciences Inc.s mission is to profoundly improve peoples lives by delivering a new class of RNA therapeutics Antibody Oligonucleotide Conjugates (AOCs). Utilizing its proprietary AOC platform Avidity demonstrated the firstever successful targeted delivery of RNA into muscle and is leading the field with clinical development programs for three rare muscle diseases: myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1) Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) and facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD). Avidity is broadening the reach of AOCs with its advancing and expanding pipeline including programs in cardiology and immunology through internal discovery efforts and key partnerships. Avidity is headquartered inSan Diego CA.For more information about our AOC platform clinical development pipeline and people please visit and engage with us on LinkedIn and X.
The Opportunity
As a fieldbased Medical Science Liaison (MSL) you will be a true scientific medical expert and an extension of Avidity Medical Affairs. This role will cover the Central region (Ohio Indiana Kentucky and West Virginia) or Mountain West region (Nevada Utah Colorado Wyoming Idaho Montana Arizona New Mexico and Alaska). You will build and facilitate strategic peertopeer relationships with Health Care Providers (HCPs) in the assigned region. This includes clinical trial sites as well as identified Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) within the assigned territory. Responsibilities for this role will include providing credible and unbiased scientific information identifying KOLs executing the strategic Medical Affairs Plan and supporting home office medical activities. The role will also play a key role in communicating disease state awareness materials to identified KOLs and support staff. Additionally the MSL will play a crucial role in bringing insights back into the organization and partnering closely with internal stakeholders in a matrixed environment.
What You Will Contribute
Build a KOL network within the assigned region and develop relationships with identified KOLs.
Identify and conduct outreach to clinical investigators site staff and referring physicians to develop relationships and support enrollment initiatives in partnership with appropriate internal stakeholders.
Engage investigators and appropriate site personnel to understand and report challenges and barriers to study enrollment in partnership with appropriate internal stakeholders.
Establish Aviditys Medical Affairs presence in the medical and advocacy community through longterm and valued scientific relationships with thought leaders.
Provide internal stakeholders with feedback and insights from interactions and discussions with clinical trial sites and other KOLs.
Develop and demonstrate a thorough working knowledge of Avidity its products as well as current medical/scientific research & publications.
Represent Avidity at scientifically and medically relevant events in the designated geographical area.
Provide support at professional meetings and congresses including collecting insights and competitive intelligence and developing tools that support medical functions.
Maintain clinical scientific and technical expertise in the assigned therapeutic area.
Facilitate and lead the presentation of clinical information for initial/ongoing training of internal colleagues.
Successfully lead and execute Medical Affairs internal projects related to the role.
Adhere to corporate and healthcare compliance guidance in all activities.
Ability to flex depending on changing needs of the organization.
What We Seek
An advanced scientific or clinical degree is required (e.g. PharmD PhD MD NP PA or DNP).
Minimum 2 years experience as an MSL.
Relevant experience in clinical practice academic research or the pharmaceutical/biotech industry is strongly preferred.
Rare disease experience preferred.
Proven track record of consistent success in an MSL or related role including consistent and exemplary demonstration of role competencies and behaviors preferred.
Demonstrates advanced technical acumen within the therapeutic area and is recognized via external relationships.
Proven track record of success in establishing building and maintaining scientific engagement with influential academic and clinical experts.
Ability to think strategically; apply knowledge and analytical skills in a highly regulated environment and align medical and crossfunctional strategies.
Ability to summarize complex information and present it in a clear concise and scientifically accurate manner to a range of audiences.
Proven track record of excellent communication and collaboration skills including recognition by crossfunctional partners; work well independently while exhibiting professional maturity confidence and competence.
Knowledge of FDA compliance and regulatory guidelines.
Ability to travel >50% and must possess a valid drivers license. Weekend travel may be required.
What We Will Provide To You
The base salary range for this is $166250.00 $183750.00. The final compensation will be commensurate with such factors as relevant experience skillset internal equity and market factors.
Avidity offers competitive compensation and benefits which include the opportunity for annual and spot bonuses stock options and RSUs as well as a 401(k) with an employer match. In addition the comprehensive wellness program includes coverage for medical dental vision and LTD and four weeks of time off.
A commitment to learning and development which includes a variety of programming internally developed by and for Avidity employees opportunities for jobspecific training offered by industry and an education reimbursement program.
Avidity Biosciences
10578 Science Center Dr. Suite 125
San Diego CA
92121
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