Overview
MSL (Medical Science Liaison) Director (Oncology) at Exelixis. This role involves acting as a field-based scientific expert in oncology, engaging health care professionals to exchange clinical, scientific, and research knowledge, building scientific relationships and collaborations with local, regional, and national HCPs, societies, and organizations.
Responsibilities
- Act as the primary point of contact in the field for Exelixis Medical Affairs
- Aptly engage key national and regional thought leaders and healthcare professionals
- Exchange scientific information with external parties in an accurate, fair, and balanced manner
- 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 clinical development and operations teams through site recommendations, initiation visits, communication facilitation, 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
- Offer cross-functional scientific support across the company within guidelines
- Develop and maintain knowledge about pertinent studies, compounds, and diseases for collegiate and scientific discussions with oncology thought leaders
- Maintain a high standard of excellence in managing the assigned territory and support the success of colleagues and the MSL organization
- Contribute to the business beyond the geographic territory on an as-needed basis
- Serve as a positive role model to Associate MSLs
Education/Experience/Knowledge & Skills
- 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
Experience/Ideal Candidate
- A minimum of 5 years of MSL experience in therapeutic oncology preferred
Knowledge/Skills
- Ability to travel frequently up to 50%, including occasional weekends
- Ability to take and follow directions, accept guidance from management, and adapt quickly to changes
- Ability to engage small and large groups in an engaging manner
- Ability to be an effective individual contributor and a valued team collaborator
- Ability to manage time and priorities efficiently
- Ability to demonstrate project leadership while recognizing when input from others is needed
- Ability to support goal achievement while performing duties in an honest and compliant manner
Working Conditions
- Travel frequently up to 50%, including occasional weekends
Compensation & Benefits
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and base pay ranges from $231,000 to $295,500 annually. The base pay offered will consider geographic region, work location, and other factors. In addition to base salary, Exelixis offers a comprehensive benefits package including a 401k plan with company contributions, medical/dental/vision coverage, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, discretionary annual bonus program (or sales-based incentive plan for field staff), stock purchase opportunities, long-term incentives, vacation, holidays, and sick days.
Equal Opportunity
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other federally, state, or local protected class.