Senior Medical Science Liaison Medical Science Liaison

Cytokinetics is a late-stage specialty cardiovascular biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering developing and commercializing first-in-class muscle activators and next-in-class muscle inhibitors as potential treatments for debilitating diseases in which cardiac muscle performance is compromised. As a leader in muscle biology and the mechanics of muscle performance the company is developing small molecule drug candidates specifically engineered to impact myocardial muscle function and contractility.At Cytokinetics each team member plays an integral part in advancing our mission to improve the lives of patients. We are seeking tenacious compassionate and collaborative individuals who are driven to make a positive impact. Reporting to the Senior Medical Director for the UK Ireland and Nordics the Senior Medical Science Liaison / Medical Science Liaison (Snr MSL / MSL) is a scientific professional who serves as a key field-based scientific resource for healthcare providers patients industry partners and internal colleagues. This role will come with high visibility in our company including critical cross-functional relationships across Medical Affairs Clinical Development / Operations and Commercial. This role will focus on key opinion leaders and other HCPs in the hypertrophic cardiomyopathy therapeutic area but also support pipeline products in development.Our passion is anchored in rigorous and diligent scientific and clinical approaches to the discovery and development of novel mechanism therapeutics. With gratitude for the commitments and convictions of our employees who are inspired by the courage of patients we aim to serve we believe Cytokinetics will continue to be a pioneering values-driven sustainable fully integrated biopharmaceutical company. Baseline MSL Responsibilities:Identify national regional and local Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) involved in the provision of cardiovascular care within institutional care centres and engage them in proactive and reactive scientific exchangeMaintain and broaden professional relationships with HCPs (Physicians Specialist Nurses Echocardiologists Genetic Counsellors Pharmacists (and other relevant members of the multi-disciplinary team) in institutional care centers to expand research advisory and educational partnership opportunities; identify areas of unmet medical need; and assure thoughtful exchange of current medical information related to products in development and therapeutic areas of importanceServe as a scientific expert at key medical and scientific conferences advisory boards clinical investigator meetings internal meetings and patient advocacy group meetingsMaintain a high-level of scientific knowledge and understanding about disease state underlying science treatment guidelines available treatment agents and options as well as other relevant therapies under developmentMaintain a superior understanding of current trends in clinical research competitive developments patient care and their impact on Cytokinetics medical strategiesWork with Medical Affairs and other internal colleagues on initiatives including medical information publications medical education grants speaker training and other educational programsProvide support to our clinical development programs by serving as a key point of contact for company-sponsored trial investigators investigator-initiated research and registries consistent with company objectives and regulationsGenerate Field Medical Affairs plans to identify collaborative opportunities with KOLs and institutions review scientific program of relevant conferences attend sessions support exhibit booth operations and contribute to a timely written conference report summarizing key information activities and competitive intelligence to colleaguesAccurate and timely documentation of activities within applicable company databases and platformsIn addition to above for Senior Medical Science Liaison:Mentor train and support other Medical ScientistsProvide scientific training on key relevant data to Key Account Managers and other business colleagues as requiredProvide strategic input and execute region-specific plans to achieve KOL engagement goals and Medical Affairs departmental goalsPursue projects independently with a high degree of quality and timely executionContribute to / lead Congress Planning activitiesMaintain a complete awareness of and understanding about current real world clinical practices HEOR drivers and emerging trends in treatments/medicineEstablish relationships with key executive leadership colleagues across Cytokinetics and connect external parties with appropriate leadership team membersQualificationsAdvanced clinical or scientific degree (BSc MSc BPharm MPharm PhD BM BS or equivalent) preferredMinimum of 2-5 years of MSL experience for Snr. MSL. Experience in cardiovascular therapy area and / or hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is preferable. Experience in heart failure is beneficial but not required. Final position level will be determined based on overall experienceMust be analytical and articulate in both oral and written communications possess excellent presentation skills with a demonstrated ability to communicate well with external stakeholders and all internal levels of the organizationMust possess knowledge of the Medical Science Liaison roles and responsibilities and understand compliance within the ABPI Code Standards for Interactions with UK Healthcare Providers and all other company policies rules and regulationsComply with all credentialing requirements for any healthcare institution which is part of the Medical Science plan including among other things routine background checks medical testing or proof of immunisations training on facility policies and adherence to confidentiality and/or other agreementsProficiency with Microsoft Office and web-based applicationsA valid Drivers License and good driving record are requiredAbility to travel both domestically (30%-50%) and internationally on occasion (TBD)#LI-HYBRIDOur employees come from different backgrounds and we celebrate those differences. We are looking for the best candidates for our open roles but do not expect applicants to meet every qualification in order to be considered. If you are excited about what you could accomplish at Cytokinetics and believe you can add value to our team we would love to hear from you.Please review our General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) policy PRIOR to applying.Our passion is anchored in robust scientific thinking grounded in integrity and critical thinking. We keep the patient front and center in all we do all actions and decisions are in service of the patient and their caregivers. We champion integrity ethics doing the right thing and being our best selves.Fraud Warning: How to Identify Impersonated Cytokinetics Job Postings and OffersRecently there have been fraudulent employment offers being sent to candidates on behalf of Cytokinetics. Please be advised that all legitimate offers from Cytokinetics will come directly from our official email domain () and will only be made after completing a formal interview process.Here are some ways to check for authenticity:We do not conduct job interviews through non-standard text messaging applicationsWe will never request personal information such as banking details until after an official offer has been accepted and verifiedWe will never request that you purchase equipment or other items when interviewing or hiringIf you are unsure about the authenticity of an offer or if you receive any suspicious communication please contact us directly at Please visit our website at: Cytokinetics is an Equal Opportunity EmployerRequired Experience:Senior IC Key Skills Presentation Skills,Time Management,Clinical Research,Communication skills,GCP,Infusion Experience,Managed Care,Hospice Care,Conflict Management,Clinical Trials,Research Experience,Home Care Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Yearly Salary Salary: 2 - 5