Associate Director Medical Science Liaison - Central

The Associate Director Medical Science Liaison is a manager-leader within the Medical Affairs department. Direct and indirect responsibilities include solid tumor oncology HCP engagement, investigator-initiated studies, support of company-sponsored trials, scientific congress support, development of MSL plans, and management of a regional MSL team as assigned.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for providing direction, guidance, and support to a team of MSLs in an assigned region.
• Responsible for direct territory responsibilities in situations when no MSL coverage is available.
• Assessment, recognition, and improvement of MSL performance at the individual and group level.
• Ensure the successful execution of MSL strategic, operational, and tactical plans.
• Keep the executive director of MSLs informed about key information in a timely manner.
• Represent Exelixis Medical Affairs as managers in the field.
• Represent Medical Affairs management as a cross‑functional partner within the company.
• Serve as a positive role model and actively support the professional development of reports.
• With guidance from the executive director of MSLs, regional directors are expected to lead high visibility Medical Affairs projects and be accountable for the outcomes.
• Foster teamwork and continuity across the entire MSL organization.
• Engage key national and regional thought leaders and healthcare professionals.
• In an accurate, fair and balanced manner, exchange scientific information with external parties.
• Report field intelligence to Exelixis including competitive information, perspectives about compounds, and the treatment landscape.
• Represent Exelixis management 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 and require the same from reports.
• Ability to support the achievement of individual, functional, and departmental goals while executing all duties in an honest and compliant manner.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Master's level oncology PA or NP degree with active commitment towards completion of a doctorate degree preferred and a minimum of 13 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 12 years of related experience; or,
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Experience

• A minimum of 6 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Oncology MSL management experience.
• A minimum of 8 years as an MSL in therapeutic oncology.
• Prior experience as a people‑manager of similarly credentialed and skilled reports. If no prior MSL management experience, mentorship from a prior manager in preparation for a management position.

Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to manage multiple projects in an efficient and effective manner.
• Completion of leadership training coursework.
• Ability to take and follow directions, accept guidance, and adjust quickly to changes.
• Ability to communicate and engage small and large groups in an engaging manner.
• Ability to efficiently manage time and priorities.
• Ability to demonstrate leadership while recognizing when input from others is needed.

Working Conditions

• Ability to travel frequently (50% or more), including occasional weekends.

The potential base pay range for this role is $230-280K annually. The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job-related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, education, and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part-time). Dependent on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be offered, in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits.

IQVIA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable law.