Medical Liaison Officer

Syneos Health
Full Time
₹14 Lakhs - ₹19 Lakhs
Hyderabad
Posted 9h ago

Medical Liaison Officer

Syneos Health

Job description

Ready to take your career in clinical research & medical affairs to the next level? Explore  the Research Science Liaison job at Syneos Health, Hyderabad, India. 

 Company Description 

Syneos Health is a global biopharmaceutical solutions business that integrates clinical development, medical affairs, and commercial experience. The company partners with biopharmaceutical companies to accelerate drug research and commercialization, bringing treatments to patients faster. Teams work together across scientific, clinical and commercial domains to solve industry problems and enhance health outcomes.

 Job Summary  

The role, as a Medical Science Liaison, will be based in Hyderabad, India and will be focused on supporting clinical trials and medical affairs activities. As a therapeutic area specialist, you will create relationships with Investigators, Study Coordinators, Clinical Research Sites, Key Opinion Leaders and other external stakeholders. This role will support study feasibility, site initiation, enrollment tactics and ongoing trial activities. The Medical Liaison Officer will also communicate scientific knowledge to internal teams and clients.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and Sustain Professional Relationships with Clinical Investigators, Study Coordinators, Research Sites, Key Opinion Leaders, and Other Relevant Stakeholders.

  • Leverage scientific and clinical expertise to support trial objectives and optimize engagement with research locations.

  • Support investigators and site teams in understanding research protocols, prepare for trial activities and assist in participant enrollment.

  • Conduct scientific discussion and instructional sessions in accordance with approved materials, study needs and engagement strategies.

  • Serve as the liaison between external research stakeholders and internal clinical teams.

  • Assist with feasibility assessments for studies, trial start up, site engagement, enrollment planning and post site activation activities.

  • Identify barriers to recruitment, protocol implementation, site performance or research progression and communicate applicable advice to internal teams.

  • Document and disseminate observations from the research site, stakeholder input and other information that may affect decisions related to the clinical study.

  • Track advancements in key therapeutic areas, clinical practice, therapeutic approaches and competitive landscape.

  • Assist with the preparation and revision of scientific presentations, educational materials and clinical study materials.

  • Collaborate with clinical operations, medical monitors, project teams, recruitment specialists, therapeutic area leads and client representatives to fulfilll study objectives.

  • Keep detailed records of stakeholder communications and project activities and inform internal teams and clients in a timely fashion.

  • Ensure all assigned operations are compliant with applicable rules, standard operating procedures (SOPs), industry norms, and client expectations.

  • Assist with other medical matters and clinical research projects as necessary.


 Educational Qualification 

  • PhD, Pharm.D, MD or equivalent in life sciences or similar area.

  • Applicants should have relevant expertise in scientific functions, clinical research, medical affairs or similar area.


 Skills Required  

  • Excellent scientific and clinical communication skills.

  • Knowledge of the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and clinical research industry

  • Effective interaction with investigators, research-site personnel and external stakeholders.

  • Ability to create professional relationships and fulfill stakeholder needs.

  • Clinical trial execution, site engagement & enrollment support experience.

  • Ability to acquire, evaluate, document and disseminate scientific discoveries.

  • Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.

  • Good project coordination and task execution.

  • Ability to work cross-functionally with several teams.

  • Good organizational skills, time management and ability to juggle competing demands.

  • Attention to detail and devotion to quality and scientific integrity.

  • Understanding of regulatory standards and good professional judgment.

  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications, especially PowerPoint and Excel.


 Salary Structure 

The average salary of a Medical Liaison Officer in India is ₹14 Lakhs to ₹19 Lakhs per year.

 Career Development 

This post as a Therapeutic Area Specialist, provides opportunity to gain skills in clinical research, scientific communication, medical affairs and stakeholder involvement. Multidisciplinary teams can also help experts broaden their expertise of clinical trial operations, therapeutic areas and biopharmaceutical development.

 How to Apply 

  • Check out our job portal and look for Medical Liaison Officer vacancy.

  • Click the job post for the full description and eligibility requirements.

  • Complete the online application form with the relevant data and attach your updated resume.

  • Review your information and submit your application.

Employment Type: Full Time
Industry: Healthcare
Role Category: Non Clinical Jobs
Application: External (Company Site)

Education

Postgraduate Degree (Master's/PhD)

Key Skills

Non Clinical JobsMedical AffairsClinical Research

Market insights & trends

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