MUSC / SkinCeuticals Medical Affairs Fellow

Job Description

Summary

The one-year fellowship is designed to develop of the knowledge, skills, and behaviors required for field-based medical science liaison (MSL). A significant majority of the fellowship program is spent with L'Oreal gaining hands-on experience regarding the pharmaceutical industry and medical science liaison positions. The fellowship will prepare candidates for a field-based MSL position in either the pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical industry.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Unclassified

Cost Center

CC000768 COP Clinical Pharmacy-Outcomes Sciences

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

University-00

Pay Range

0.00 - 0.00 - 0.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

The one-year fellowship is designed to develop of the knowledge, skills, and behaviors required for field-based medical science liaison (MSL).  A significant majority of the fellowship program is spent with L'Oreal gaining hands-on experience regarding the pharmaceutical industry and medical science liaison positions. The fellowship will prepare candidates for a field-based MSL position in either the pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical industry.

• Build a strong foundational background in the dermatologic therapeutic area and learn how to effectively communicate advanced scientific data on clinical research, disease state awareness, pipeline assets, and therapeutic trends in a fair balanced manner 10%
• Work in the field with a MSL mentor to gain skills in effective communication of scientific data, application of medical strategy, and development of scientific partnerships with practitioners in dermatology 10%
• Gain an understanding of the MSL role including thought leader (TL) engagement planning, mapping, territory management and the art of developing and fostering relationships with critical stakeholders, TLs, Health Care Professionals (HCPs) and institutions 10%
• Establish collaborative relationships with internal colleagues in various departments within L’Oréal, as well as external colleagues 10%
• Learn medical trends and contribute actively to team projects of high impact to the MSL team 10%
• Attend and actively participate in relevant scientific and professional meetings, including major medical meetings and L’Oréal Advisory Boards 10%
• Participate in the review process and discussion strategy for Investigator Initiated Research (IIR) as well as Company Sponsored Studies (CSS) 10%
• Creating, updating and reviewing fair and scientifically-balanced response documents to unsolicited medical inquiries 10%
• Strategically reviewing medical literature to identify educational gaps 5%

All fellows receive an affiliate faculty appointment at the MUSC College of Pharmacy. There they will have the opportunity to teach, serve on various fellowship committees, conduct continuing education programs, participate in various projects, and attend professional development opportunities. (15%)

Qualifications :   PharmD, PhD, or MD

Fellows are selected on a nationally competitive basis.  Candidates must have completed a Doctor of Pharmacy, Doctor of Medicine, or Doctor of Philosophy degree from an accredited institution before July 1 of the fellowship term.  Candidates must have strong written and verbal communication skills and a strong interest in pursuing a career in the biopharmaceutical industry.  All candidates must be citizens or permanent residents of the United States.

Applications are reviewed and interviews are offered on a rolling basis. Applications are not complete until all supplemental materials are submitted. Please submit supplemental materials (CV, LOI, unofficial transcripts) at this link : https : / / redcap.musc.edu / surveys / ?s=WCXHELYPL3HCNFYK . Candidates should have three letter writers submit letters of recommendation through this same link.

Additional

Job Description

Physical Requirements : (Note : The following descriptions are applicable to this section : Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while walking / mobile. (Frequent) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work in all cold temperature extremes, i.e. spot coolers. (Frequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both hands / arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands / wrists / elbows and shoulders. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 72 inches, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 72 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to push / pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift and carry objects up to 15 lbs. a distance of five (5) floors and to outlying buildings. (Frequent) Ability to maintain 20 / 40 vision, corrected. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Ability to determine distance / relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use, initially and annually. Ability to work alone in isolated areas, such as darkrooms. (Frequent) Additional New Requirements : Ability to obtain and maintain a valid drivers license. Computer literacy. Ability to work rotating shifts as required. Ability to work overtime as required. Ability to learn and use new processes, tools and equipment as required.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and / or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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