Rare Disease Senior Medical Science Liaison- South Central

Kyowa Kirin is a fast-growing global specialty pharmaceutical company that applies state-of-the-art biotechnologies to discover and deliver novel medicines in four disease areas: bone and mineral; intractable hematologic; hematology oncology; and rare disease. A Japan-based company, our goal is to make people smile by delivering breakthroughs where no adequate treatments currently exist, working from drug discovery to product development and commercialization. In North America, we are headquartered in Princeton, NJ, with offices in California, Massachusetts, and Ontario

Summary of Job

The Senior Medical Science Liaison (MSL) will help shape how Kyowa Kirin’s Rare Disease Medical Affairs team engages with healthcare professionals, researchers, and investigators across South Central. In this field-based role, you’ll lead scientific exchange, bring insights from the field into medical strategy, and support research and education. You’ll have the opportunity to own your territory plan, lead field medical initiatives, and mentor fellow MSLs.

Territory : Dallas, TX; Houston, TX; Phoenix, AZ; and surrounding markets. Candidates must live within the assigned territory. Travel is up to 70%.

Essential Functions

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Develop and execute a strategic territory plan that uses scientific and stakeholder insights to prioritize engagements, address unmet medical needs, and guide field medical activities.

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Build and maintain trusted scientific relationships with healthcare professionals, key opinion leaders, researchers, and investigators across the territory and, as appropriate, nationally and internationally. Serve as a regional scientific resource by connecting stakeholders with relevant Kyowa Kirin resources and research collaborations.

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Provide timely, accurate, balanced, and evidence-based information on disease states, treatment options, emerging clinical evidence, and Kyowa Kirin products. Respond to unsolicited medical information requests in accordance with company policy.

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Gather and analyze field insights on unmet medical needs, treatment trends, and the competitive landscape. Translate those insights into recommendations for Medical Affairs strategy, scientific education, and evidence generation.

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Develop and deliver scientific presentations, educational programs, and resources for external stakeholders and internal teams. Support speaker identification, development, and training as appropriate.

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Serve as the scientific liaison for unsolicited investigator-initiated study proposals and ongoing studies. Partner with Clinical Operations and other internal teams to support company-sponsored studies as appropriate.

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Lead field medical activities and provide scientific support at regional, national, and international congresses, advisory boards, investigator meetings, and other scientific forums.

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Lead or contribute to Medical Affairs initiatives, strategic planning, and cross-functional projects. Mentor fellow MSLs by sharing scientific expertise, field insights, and best practices.

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Maintain expertise through regular review of clinical literature, treatment guidelines, and emerging evidence. Communicate relevant product safety information in accordance with applicable requirements and company policies.

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Collaborate across functions while maintaining appropriate boundaries between scientific and commercial activities. Participate in medical and promotional review as required, and conduct all activities in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, industry codes, and company policies, including pharmacovigilance and privacy requirements.

Education

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Advanced clinical or scientific degree or healthcare professional credential required (e.g., MD, DO, PhD, PharmD, NP, PA, MS, or equivalent). Doctoral degree (MD, DO, PhD, or PharmD) preferred.

Experience

• A minimum of three years of Medical Science Liaison (MSL) experience in the pharmaceutical industry is required.
• Experience supporting Rare Disease, Endocrinology, Metabolic Bone Disease, Nephrology, Rheumatology, or a related therapeutic area is strongly preferred.

Skills and Competencies

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Ability to critically evaluate medical literature, interpret clinical trial data, and communicate complex scientific information clearly and accurately to healthcare professionals, investigators, and internal teams.

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Knowledge of clinical research methods and evidence generation, with the ability to stay current on disease states, treatment guidelines, standards of care, and emerging science.

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Ability to build trusted scientific relationships across a geographically dispersed territory and translate field insights into recommendations that inform Medical Affairs strategy.

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Ability to manage field activities independently, prioritize competing demands, solve problems, and exercise sound judgment as needs change.

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Strong communication and collaboration skills, including the ability to influence without authority, work effectively across functions, and lead initiatives or mentor colleagues.

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Working knowledge of FDA regulations, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), pharmacovigilance requirements, Office of Inspector General (OIG) guidance, and applicable industry standards.

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Experience with Medical Affairs systems and customer relationship management (CRM) platforms, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Physical Requirements

The role requires the ability to work in a field-based environment with frequent travel, including extended periods of sitting during air, ground, and other forms of transportation. The position may require prolonged use of computers and other office equipment, as well as the ability to attend and participate in scientific meetings, conferences, advisory boards, and healthcare professional engagements. The employee must be able to navigate various work environments and maintain effective communication and presentation capabilities while traveling and performing job responsibilities.

Working Conditions

Field-based position requiring up to 70% travel by air and ground transportation, including overnight travel and occasional weekend commitments to support scientific congresses, advisory boards, and other Medical Affairs activities. Must reside within the assigned territory and maintain proximity to a major airport to support regional coverage requirements, which may encompass a broad geographic area requiring regular travel. A valid driver’s license and the ability to operate a motor vehicle as required for business travel are required.

Kyowa Kirin reserves the right to modify this job description, at the manager’s discretion, at any time. In the US, this job description does not change your “at will” status.

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $195,080 to $215,000. The actual salary offered may vary based on relevant experience, skills, qualifications, education (including applicable licenses and certifications), job-related knowledge, location, and other business and organizational needs..

The listed salary is just one component of the overall compensation package. At Kyowa Kirin North America we provide a comprehensive range of benefits including:

• 401K with company match
• Annual Bonus Program (Sales Bonus for Sales Jobs)
• Generous PTO and Holiday Schedule which includes Summer and Winter Shut-Downs, Sick Days and, Volunteer Days
• Healthcare Benefits (Medical, Dental, Prescription Drugs and Vision)
• HSA & FSA Programs
• Well-Being and Work/Life Programs
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Concierge Services
• Long Term Incentive Program (subject to job level and performance)
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Referral Awards

The compensation and benefits information set forth in this posting applies to candidates hired in the United States. Candidates hired outside the United States will be eligible for compensation and benefits in accordance with their local market.

KKNA and all of its employees have an obligation to act in accordance with the law and with integrity in all our operations and interactions

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