Medical Science Liaison - South Region (TX, MO, LA, OK, AR)

Title

• Medical
• Science
• Liaison -
• South
• Region (TX,
• MO,
• LA,
• OK,
• AR)
• Company:Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals Inc.
• About
• Ipsen: Ipsen is a mid-sized global biopharmaceutical company with a focus on transformative medicines in three therapeutic areas: Oncology, Rare Disease and Neuroscience. Supported by nearly 100 years of development experience, with global hubs in the U.S., France and the U.K, we tackle areas of high unmet medical need through research and innovation. Our passionate teams in more than 40 countries are focused on what matters and endeavor every day to bring medicines to patients in 88 countries. We build a workplace that champions human-centric leadership and fosters a culture of collaboration, excellence and impact. At Ipsen, every individual is empowered to be their true selves, grow and thrive alongside the company’s success. Join us on our journey towards sustainable growth, creating real impact on patients and society! For more information, visit us at https://www.ipsen.com/ and follow our latest news on LinkedIn and Instagram.

Job Description

Medical Science Liaison - South Region (TX, MO, LA, OK, AR) WHAT - Summary & Purpose of the Position The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) is a field-based scientific medical expert within Ipsen’s U.S. Medical Affairs Neuroscience team. This role is responsible for engaging with national and regional Thought Leaders (TLs), Investigators, and Healthcare Providers (HCPs) to exchange scientific insights, support clinical research, and facilitate both clinical trial efforts and Investigator-Sponsored Studies (ISS). Leveraging deep clinical and scientific expertise, the MSL delivers non-promotional, evidence-based information on Ipsen’s marketed and pipeline therapies. The MSL will play a key role in enhancing understanding of disease states, patient and physician journeys, Ipsen’s products, and the broader competitive landscape to ultimately improve patient outcomes. The MSL will work closely with Ipsen colleagues across teams such as U.S. Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, and Commercial to ensure that scientific and technical needs are effectively identified and addressed. The MSL adheres to internal standard processes and complies with all regulatory and compliance requirements, while maintaining expertise in disease state management, emerging therapies, and the evolving treatment landscape. This is a field-based position covering the South Region (TX, MO, LA, OK, AR) through a mix of live (primary) and virtual channels. Eligible candidates must reside near a major airport within the territory. WHAT - Main Responsibilities & Technical Competencies Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following: Identify, gain access to, and develop peer to peer relationships with regional and national thought leaders, active and potential study investigators, providers at academic and non-academic institutions and professional organizations within assigned geography. Demonstrate and maintain deep scientific expertise on assigned Ipsen products and therapeutic area including competitive landscape and gaps in patient care. Engage in ongoing scientific exchange about the science and clinical application of Ipsen’s portfolio to external stakeholders to gather insights about current practice, treatment landscapes, and emerging data. Assist with Company Sponsored Studies (CSS), including investigator/site identification, site initiation visits, education to support enrollment, and feedback regarding operational management to ensure optimal site selection and performance. Partner with Medical Affairs and Medical Information services to ensure accurate delivery of medical and scientific information, as needed. Respond to on and off-label questions with integrity, compliance, and adherence to legal, regulatory, and Ipsen guidelines, policies & procedures. Represent Ipsen and US Medical Affairs Team during scientific conferences, continuing medical educational events, and medical meetings. Respond to unsolicited requests regarding interest in investigator sponsored studies (ISS) and supports ISS submissions, initiation and closure through appropriate internal processes, as needed. Lead the development and implementation of a regional territory plan Train and facilitate speakers on Ipsen’s products. Work efficiently and balance all work to enhance performance and execute local medical strategies within planned timelines. Engage in continuous independent learning within the therapeutic area and actively attend and participate in upskilling programs related to Ipsen molecules, products, disease states and relevant business topics. Differentiate Ipsen as the valued scientific partner of choice through innovative initiatives, coordinated strategy, scientific communication, and patient centricity. Build and cultivate a close working relationship with all US cross-functional team members, including field-based counterparts and home office-based team members, marketing, HEOR, medical/clinical operations, etc. while maintaining full compliance with relevant company, industry, legal and regulatory requirements. Support cross-functional teams to ensure operations are patient-focused, including rapidly responding to internal and external requests to discuss specific situations and challenges and provide medical affairs support to all stakeholders. HOW - Knowledge & Experience Knowledge & Experience (essential): 2-3 years related MSL work experience required. Previous Migraine/Headache experience required. Neurology/Movement Disorders, Pain considered. Knowledge of Migraine/Headache customer segments and market dynamics. Excellent planning, presentation, written and presentation communication skills. Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain credible and scientific relationships with top experts in the field. Highly developed interpersonal skills and the ability to function on a cross-functional team. Demonstrated expertise in ability to synthesize and communicate medical information clearly. Knowledge of PhRMA, OIG, and other guidelines relating to compliant medical communications. Demonstrated expertise in discussing scientific content and context to multiple audiences. Fundamental understanding of clinical research Excellent project management ability Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills Thorough knowledge of regulatory environment Strong leadership capabilities Excellent collaboration skills Ability to travel (50-70%) based on size of geography. Knowledge & Experience (preferred): Previous experience with product launches and life cycle management strongly preferred. Education / Certifications (essential): Doctoral level in the sciences required (MD, DO, PhD, PharmD, Nursing or equivalent). Language(s) (essential): Fluent in English. Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, sexual identity, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals, Inc. conducts background screening, reference checks, and drug testing as part of its pre-employment screening process. This description is not intended to be constructed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements for the position. This position may change or assume additional duties at any time. The employee may be requested to perform different or additional duties as assigned. All Employees are expected to adhere to all company policies and act as a role model for company values. The annual base salary range for an MSL is $185,000-$215,000 USD. The annual base salary range for a Senior MSL is $215,000-$235,000 USD. This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentives program as well as our long-term incentives program. At Ipsen we are proud to offer a comprehensive employee benefits package, including 401(k) with company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, as well as flexible spending accounts. Ipsen also provides parental leave, paid time off, a discretionary winter shutdown, well-being allowance, commuter benefits, and much more. The pay range displayed above is the range of base pay compensation within which Ipsen expects to pay for this role at the time of this posting. Individual compensation within this range depends on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, prior education and experience, job-related knowledge and demonstrated skills We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels heard, valued, and supported; where we embrace “The Real Us”. The value we place on different perspectives and experiences drives our commitment to inclusion and equal opportunities. When we include diverse ways of thinking, we make more thoughtful decisions and discover more innovative solutions. Together we strive to better understand the communities we serve. This means we also want to help you perform at your best when applying for a role with us. If you require any adjustments or support during the application process, please let the recruitment team know. This information will be handled with care and will not affect the outcome of your application. Ipsen is an equal opportunity employer that strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. At Ipsen, each employee makes a real impact. Our teams are passionate about what they do because they care about making a difference in patients’ lives. We invest in our employees to support life-changing projects that create positive impact for patients and society. Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. Learn more about careers with us