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Job Description
Medical Science Liaisons (MSLs) work with internal and external customers as field-based scientific and clinical experts who strategically support dissemination of medical scientific information. MSLs function as a regional medical contact between the organization and key external customers to further scientific exchange. This role provides product and field scientific support to Medical Affairs, Sales, Marketing, and Managed Markets by utilizing academic credentials, clinical knowledge, and scientific expertise in infection prevention to communicate with healthcare providers, academic researchers, and organizations. These relationships ensure that key opinion leaders and organizations have access to relevant scientific information, and that insights gathered externally will be communicated to key cross-functional partners internally. The MSL should have an in-depth understanding of infection prevention, the surgical setting, disease state awareness, the current/future treatment landscape, and ongoing clinical trials/research.
- Medical Science Liaison- Surgical Solutions Central (Midwest)***
Territory to include: Arkansas (AR), Illinois (IL), Indiana (IN), Iowa (IA), Kansas (KS), Louisiana (LA), Michigan (MI), Minnesota (MN), Missouri (MO), Nebraska (NE), North Dakota (ND), Oklahoma (OK), South Dakota (SD), Texas (TX), Wisconsin (WI)
Responsibilities
- Establish and maintain credible peer-to-peer scientific relationships with national/regional key opinion leaders (KOLs) and customers.
- Implement strategic, scientific, and educational initiatives to achieve Medical and Commercial objectives.
- Serve as the primary resource for clinical and scientific information to external HCPs (Healthcare Professionals) for key BD (Becton Dickinson) surgeons.
- Care product areas include Antiseptic products, biosurgery (hemostatic agents) hair removal, ChloraPrep, and surgical irrigation.
- Develop education and training programs to improve patient outcomes and increase understanding of breast surgery and treatment options.
- Work with BD IP/Biosurgery Sales Consultants, BD Institutional Representatives, and BD Retail Representatives to execute educational presentations and objectives.
- Interact with various customer segments via one-on-one interactions, small group discussions, formulary review committees, and educational symposium presentations.
- Attend assigned scientific and medical congresses to capture information relevant to the organization’s scientific platforms and report this information to internal stakeholders during debrief meetings.
- Assist in facilitating KOL (Key Opinion Leader) involvement in national, regional, and local educational forums including advisory boards, investigator meetings, educational symposia, and sponsored promotional programs.
- Assist in the identification of investigators and sites for company-sponsored clinical trials.
- Maintain a thorough and detailed working knowledge of the organization and its products, current scientific research, and publications.
- Deploy a blend of proactive (planned educational sessions, advisory boards, congress symposia) and reactive (data inquiry response, ad hoc consultation) engagement tactics.
- Use diverse engagement channels: in-person or virtual KOL meetings, collaborative research, educational events, surgical congresses, and digital platforms.
- Collect, document, and communicate insights from stakeholder interactions to internal teams, continually refining the overall medical strategy and supporting leadership in plastic and reconstructive surgery therapeutics.
- Maintain strict compliance and ethical standards, ensuring clear separation between scientific engagement and promotional activity.
- Track engagement activities against established benchmarks; assess and adapt engagement impact and tactics to maximize value.
- Foster and sustain long-term, mutually beneficial relationships with stakeholders by serving as a scientific expert and advancing clinical knowledge.
- Additional duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required.
- MD, PharmD, PhD, PA or RN with clinical experience preferred.
- 3-5 years of field based MSL experience and/or 3-5 years of work experience in the medical device or pharmaceutical industry required.
- Clinical experience in surgery space desired.
- Demonstrates ability to present approved scientific data to HCPs in both group and individual settings.
- Ability to interpret complicated clinical and pre-clinical data.
- Utilization of effective communication to adjust for multiple communication styles.
- Ability to identify unmet medical, educational, and research needs within the medical community.
- Knowledge of the US Healthcare System and the pharmaceutical/medical device industry, including relevant laws (OIG), regulations (FDA (Food and Drug Administration), and ethical standards (ACCME, PhRMA) which apply to interactions with HCPs, payers, and industry representatives.
- Knowledge of clinical trial design and process.
- Understands the US healthcare system, medical practice, and clinical decision making regarding intraoperative care for the patient undergoing surgery.
- Demonstrates ability to develop trust and integrity with peers, and others within the US and Worldwide BD Medical Affairs and Commercial organizations.
- Travel: 75% travel, including overnight stays.
- Training Required: Training Program Code 290069
At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.
For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.
Why Join Us?
To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.
We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.
To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.
Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Required Skills
Optional Skills
Primary Work Location
USA RI - Warwick
Additional Locations
Work Shift
NA (United States of America)
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Salary Range Information
$119,600.00 - $191,300.00 USD Annual
