Medical Science Liaison Job at Merck in Italy
The Medical Science Liaison job at Merck KGaA offers an exciting opportunity for experienced medical professionals seeking global Merck careers in oncology and rare disease research. This MD job is based in Italy and focuses on building scientific partnerships, supporting clinical development, and advancing therapies for rare tumors. Professionals looking for medical jobs in Italy can explore this role to contribute to innovative healthcare solutions while collaborating with leading scientific experts.
Job Details:
- Job Position: Senior Medical Science Liaison – Rare Tumor
- Location: Rome, Italy
- Job ID: 292780
About the Company
Merck KGaA is a global science and technology company dedicated to improving lives through innovation in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. The organization focuses on developing medicines, intelligent devices, and innovative technologies across therapeutic areas such as oncology, neurology, and fertility.
SpringWorks Therapeutics, a company from the Healthcare division of Merck, is a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to improving the lives of patients with rare tumors. The company has developed and commercialized the first and only FDA and EC approved medicine for adults with desmoid tumors and the first and only FDA and EC approved medicine for both adults and children with neurofibromatosis type 1 associated plexiform neurofibromas (NF1-PN).
Job Description
This Medical Science Liaison job at Merck involves serving as the Senior Medical Science Liaison for SpringWorks Therapeutics in Italy. The role focuses on driving operations and strategic growth within a defined territory while acting as a scientific expert to the medical community.
The position involves establishing and maintaining strong scientific relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), facilitating the exchange of scientific information, and supporting clinical development and commercialization programs. This MD job also requires communicating clinical insights, supporting research initiatives, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to advance patient care in rare tumor treatment.
Qualifications
- Advanced Scientific degree or equivalent experience (MD).
- Minimum of 5 years MSL experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
- Experience in rare diseases, particularly Oncology/Neurosciences, preferred.
- Proficient in presenting clinical/scientific information.
- Fluent in Italian & English.
Key Responsibilities:
- Identify and maintain relationships with KOLs across various disciplines.
- Facilitate the exchange of scientific information and provide expert opinions.
- Translate clinical insights into strategic recommendations.
- Liaise with investigators for research activities.
- Collaborate with Clinical Operations to enhance patient enrollment in trials.
- Lead scientific discussions at congresses and advisory boards.
- Mentor new hires and less-experienced MSLs.
- Develop territory plans aligning with strategic goals.
