Medical Science Liaison, Nephrology, BeLux chez Sobi

At Sobi, each person brings their unique talents to work as a team and make a difference. We are dedicated to developing and delivering innovative therapies to improve the lives of people who live with a rare disease. Our edge comes from our team of people and our commitment to patients.

Here at Sobi, our mission and culture get us excited to come to work every day, but here are a few more reasons to join our team:

• Competitive compensation for your work
• Emphasis on work/life balance
• Collaborative and team-oriented environment
• Opportunities for professional growth
• Diversity and Inclusion
• Making a positive impact to help ultra-rare disease patients who are in need of life saving treatments

As a Medical Science Liaison (MSL), you’ll be working in an international environment in which you can develop your talent and realize ideas and innovations within a small, passionate and high-performing team. You’ll be given the chance to hone your strategic mindset while showcasing your initiative in a busy, professional and fun environment.

Reporting to the Medical Lead Belux, overall purpose of the role is to drive strategic medical field activities in alignment with global initiatives and the Belux medical plan.

In close collaboration with the Medical Advisor, the MSL will manage medical scientific stakeholders and create value for patients through medical and scientific stakeholder engagement, medical scientific projects and scientific communications. The MSL will initiate planned medical activities, including scientific presentations, discussion of clinical data and programs, presentation of value proposition concepts and educational programs.

Key Resposibilities

Identify, develop and maintain collaborative relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs), scientific societies, patient advocacy groups and other key stakeholders

Create and execute stakeholder engagement plans, in close collaboration with the medical and commercial field teams

Provide field insights and support the affiliate cross-functional team in developing local brand strategy, medical tactics and budget

Execute the local medical affairs plan in alignment with Sobi’s medical strategy

Enhance disease awareness and product knowledge among healthcare professionals, through effective communication and medical education, in a fair and balanced manner

Provide product and scientific training to the affiliate cross-functional team

Participate in relevant congresses, symposia and other meetings

Oversee, interpret and adapt to new scientific data, competitive trends and product opportunities while ensuring a high scientific level of expertise within the therapeutic area of nephrology

Support Sobi-sponsored clinical research activities, including phase 3 or 4 studies, as well as investigator sponsored studies and post-authorization safety studies

Facilitate and manage compassionate use and/or medical need programs, if appropriate

Implement and manage local patient support programs, if appropriate

Make sure that Sobi’s values and culture are applied at all times while complying with all legal, regulatory, ethical and socially responsible standards

Qualifications

Scientific master level degree or PhD; biomedical, pharmacy or equivalent

A minimum of 3 years’ relevant medical pharmaceutical industry experience

Existing strong engagement with the local nephrology KOL network is highly preferred

Affinity with rare diseases and/or specialty care products is a plus

Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills

Experience in communication with medical authorities, hospitals, physicians /specialists and KOLs as well as other healthcare professionals

Multi-stakeholder project management and leadership experience, with demonstrated ability to deliver results on time and within budget

Ability to work well in both a team environment and independently

Proficient in French or Dutch, and English

Personal Attributes

The role is likely to suit someone with an outgoing personality, who enjoys building things as part of a team and who is not afraid of the unknown. Ambiguity is a characteristic of a fast-growing organization and the successful candidate is likely to be someone who thrives on change and on the possibilities created by a changing environment.

Significant drive and enthusiasm should be a prominent part of your character

A strong team player, with demonstrated decision-making abilities

Highly developed interpersonal skills, and the ability to build and maintain networks both externally as well as internally

Structured and organized approach, in a flexible and adaptable spirit

Highest levels of personal integrity, with a strong personal commitment to adhere to all rules, regulations, standard operating procedures and the values and ethics, compliance to rules and regulations

A facility and ease in communicating in a scientific environment and with specialized audiences

Reporting to

Medical Lead Belux

Recruitment contact & how to apply

For questions contact Emilie Finet-Fellous, HR Director, France and Belgium ([email protected]), HR responsible for this recruitment. If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit your CV and cover letter through the apply button above.

All Sobi employees need to demonstrate behaviors in line with Sobi's core values: Care, Ambition, Urgency, Ownership and Partnership. Are you ready to be on the Sobi team? Come join a culture that empowers every person to be the person that makes a difference for rare disease!