Medical Science Liaison Oncology

AbbVie
Full Time
₹12 Lakhs - ₹21.2 Lakhs
Chennai
Posted Yesterday

Medical Science Liaison Oncology

AbbVie

Job description

Are you interested in Medical Affairs and scientific involvement related to oncology? Explore the AbbVie Medical Science Liaison, Oncology Job Opening in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.

 About the company 

AbbVie is a biopharmaceutical business that develops breakthrough medications and solutions for significant health concerns. Its work covers fields like immunology, cancer and neuroscience, as well as goods and services in Allergan Esthetics. The company’s goal is to meet medical requirements and provide solutions to the issues of healthcare.

 Job Overview 

The Medical Science Liaison, Oncology is accountable for scientific engagement within an allocated territory. The MSL serves as the cancer subject matter expert, builds contacts with physicians and other external specialists, provides support for scientific and educational initiatives, and contributes to clinical trials and medical projects. This job will partner closely with Medical Affairs, clinical, regulatory and other internal divisions while ensuring scientific independence and compliance.

 Key Responsibilities 

  • Provide scientific update presentations to internal teams, including sales, marketing and affiliate brand teams.

  • Support the initiation, oversight and follow-up of Medical Affairs studies and medical projects.

  • Contribute to prioritized clinical development studies through study initiation visits and subject matter expertise when required.

  • Facilitate investigator-initiated study ideas and requests by connecting external experts with appropriate local and global medical teams.

  • Deliver scientific presentations to physicians and other healthcare professionals in individual or group settings.

  • Participate in scientific conferences and meetings and help prepare summaries of important scientific data for internal stakeholders.

  • Provide appropriate support for named-patient or compassionate-use requests involving AbbVie medicines, subject to applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

  • Support scientific or medical publications by providing technical input to relevant external experts and internal teams.

 
Educational Qualification 

  • MBBS and MD candidates are preferred.

  • Candidates with an undergraduate qualification and relevant oncology experience may also be considered.

  • MDS, BDS or Pharm.D graduates with at least 4 years of experience as an MSL in the oncology therapy area can be considered.

 

 Skills Required 

  • Strong understanding of the pharmaceutical industry and the role of Medical Affairs.

  • Good knowledge of the Oncology therapeutic area.

  • Ability to understand and apply scientific concepts related to clinical research.

  • Provide scientific and technical support to AbbVie Medical Affairs in the designated territory as an Oncology subject matter expert.

  • Develop and manage professional, credible connections with strategically significant healthcare professionals, thought leaders and external specialists.

  • Act as a scientific point of contact for external experts and respond to inquiries for pertinent medical and scientific information.

  • Develop and implement scientific engagement plans and cycle plans and contribute to cross functional account planning as required.

  • Tier and segment external experts appropriately and capture interactions and insights accurately in Veeva CRM and linked platforms.

  • Support research and educational activities to strengthen AbbVie’s medical and scientific footprint in key academic centres.

  • Knowledge of appropriate legislation and regulatory requirements.

  • Excellent scientific conversation and presentation skills.

  • Can easily get to grips with new work areas and situations.

  • Strong emphasis on compliance, scientific quality and integrity.

 Salary 

The average pay of Medical Science Liaison, Oncology is ₹ 12 Lakhs to ₹ 21.2 Lakhs per year in India.

 Career Development 

This role can provide experience in Oncology Medical Affairs, scientific communication, healthcare-professional engagement, clinical research support and cross-functional collaboration. It can also strengthen expertise in scientific exchange and compliant medical activities.

 How to Apply 

  • Visit our job portal and search for the Medical Science Liaison, Oncology position.

  • Click through the listing for full job description and eligibility requirements.

  • Fill in your data and upload your latest resume.

  • Submit your application.


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