Sr. Medical Science Liaison- Oncology-West

Description The Senior Medical Science Liaison (MSL) will build and maintain relationships with key oncology healthcare providers and decision-makers in the SCLC space. The candidate will deliver presentations and engage in strategic discussions on Catalyst's products, covering medical, clinical, health economics, and outcomes research data. They will interact with healthcare professionals, including physicians, researchers, medical and pharmacy directors, hospital decision-makers, formulary committees, consultant pharmacists, state Medicaid decision-makers, and others. This is a remote position covering the West geography. Potential candidates should reside in the West region and have access to major airports in preferred cities of San Francisco, Los Angeles, Phoenix, Denver, Dallas, or Houston. Requirements Responsibilities (including but not limited to): Identify, develop, and maintain collaborative relationships with current and future KOLs, scientific experts, cooperative study groups, and study sites. Collaborate with key professionals at the national, regional, and local level, educating them with current, fair-balanced medical, scientific, and pharmacoeconomic information regarding Catalyst's various therapies. Increase awareness of our marketed product(s) allowing the key healthcare professionals to make informed therapeutic decisions. Assist in the preparation and execution of regional and/or national advisory board meetings for marketed and pipeline assets, including delivering compelling presentations, assisting with slide preparation/review, and facilitating interactive discussion groups. Offer resources for presenting medical information, enabling feedback from decision makers on the effectiveness of our product and its market comparison. Provide targeted internal SCLC training on selected topics (e.g., study updates, congress news, latest scientific developments); implement and disseminate high-quality medical and scientific educational programs; deliver clinical and scientific presentations at sites/hospitals. Facilitate Catalyst-sponsored clinical trials on-site through scientific presentations and discussions to build interest and provide study design feedback; understand trial/referral networks, identify enrollment barriers, and participate in investigator meetings per approved strategy. Expedite the development and collection of quality data for pipeline assets and our marketed product. Manage oncology projects from start to finish as directed by the medical affairs director. Contribute clinical and value-based insights to Catalyst communications and materials, and assist in training new associates, including medical science liaisons and regional account managers. Review and coordinate oncology-based IIS and screening/clinical pathway updates in the oncology space as it relates to Catalyst products. Education/Experience/Skills: Advanced degree in medical/biosciences (M.D., Ph.D., Pharm.D., DPH, Ed.D.). 5+ years in clinical research/academia, pharmacy, life sciences, biotech, or pharma industry (including relevant fellowships). 3+ years of MSL experience in Oncology and Rare Disease, with a focus on medical affairs. Proven oncology relationships in the SCLC therapeutic area. Knowledge of the pharmaceutical corporate environment and appreciation for Commercial Operations, including Marketing and Sales strategies. Strong scientific and pharmaceutical knowledge, with excellent presentation and teaching skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills; confident in discussing drug information and disease state management. Willingness to work cross-functionally and compliantly within the organization. Ability to lead and motivate team members without direct reporting relationships, including training and mentoring new MSLs. Proven ability to assess issues and think strategically. EEO Statement Catalyst Pharmaceuticals is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-03-01