The Senior Medical Science Liaison (MSL) Oncology will build and maintain relationships with key oncology healthcare providers and decision-makers in the thoracic oncology space. The candidate will deliver presentations and engage in strategic discussions on Catalyst’s products and disease states of interest, covering medical, clinical, health economics, and outcomes of research data.  

They will interact with a wide range of healthcare professionals, including physicians, researchers, and medical and pharmacy leaders. This includes engagement with hospital and formulary decision-makers, Medicaid stakeholders, advocacy leadership, consultant pharmacists, and advanced practice practitioners.

This is a remote position and will cover the EAST region.  Candidates should reside within the east region and have access to major airports on the east coast. 

 Responsibilities included but not limited to: 

• Identify, develop, and maintain collaborative relationships with current and future key external experts (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 and disease states of interest 
• 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, recommending appropriate faculty, 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 training on selected topics in oncology and supportive care (e.g., study updates, guideline 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-related 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 investigator-initiated research, quality improvement initiatives, 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 
• Established relationships in the thoracic oncology 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 

 Description of Work:

• Frequent Computer laptop or tablet use, not usually at a workstation 
• Responsibilities may require a work schedule that may include working outside of ‘normal’ work hours, to meet the demands of the organizations. (Advisory Boards, Congress Attendance, and other weekend type business activities) 
• Ability and willingness to travel at least 75% of workdays for face-to-face meetings required in the assigned geography with potential support needed throughout the US 

Catalyst is committed to providing competitive wages and comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, generous paid time off, a retirement savings plan with Company Match, and more. Further details about our benefits package can be found here: https://www.linkedin.com/company/catalystforrare/life/life-at-catalyst/?viewAsMember=true  

The base salary for this position will range from $208,000 to $225,000. Candidate experience, professional licensing, and geographic location will be taken into consideration. 

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. 

Recruitment & Staffing Agencies: Catalyst Pharmaceuticals does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Agency resumes will only be accepted if the agency is formally engaged by Catalyst Human Resources.