Job Description Summary:
Job Description:
Location: São Paulo, Brazil
About The PTC Therapeutics
Founded in 1998, PTC Therapeutics is a global commercial, diversified biopharmaceutical company. Our team is deeply committed to a unifying purpose: Extending life’s moments for rare disease patients and their loved ones.
PTC is a science-led, patient-centered biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering, developing and commercializing medicine for patients with orphan diseases.
At PTC, we foster an inclusive culture and are actively seeking diverse, talented individuals to join our team. Visit our website to learn more about our company and culture!
Site: www.ptcbio.com
JOB SUMMARY
Medical Science Liaison II (MSL II) is a field base position of Medical Affairs that supports and represents PTC and its products with, and to, key opinion leaders (KOLs), clinicians, academic institutions, and professional organizations. The incumbent addresses the specific needs of these clients by responding to unsolicited requests for information about PTC marketed and developing products.
As the clinical and medical expert on the company’s products, he/she builds long-term relationships and establishes rapport with clinicians and doctors, clinics and academic centers through highly scientific product and disease state discussions that support or expand current therapeutic concepts and ensures safe and effective utilization of products.
The incumbent works cross-functionally with internal departments and external resources on Medical Science related issues.
The MSL II supports adherence to relevant regulatory requirements and company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as appropriate.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Attends national and regional medical meetings and symposiums as a representative of PTC and engages in discussions with attendees as appropriate; attends scientific sessions and poster presentations, gathers information, and summarizes findings; as possible, and when appropriate, cultivates professional relationships from these contacts.
Delivers, and may develop/design, fair-balanced and objective clinical and scientific presentations to healthcare professionals (HCPs), payors, patients organizations in response to unsolicited requests for information on the use of company products.
Identifies and trains speakers for advisory boards symposia, and educational programs with regulatory approved materials, slides sets, abstracts, posters, etc.
Establishes, manages and maintains successful relations with relevant health authorities, including but not limited to: KOLs, HCPs, academic institutions, payors, patient organizations, etc.
Maintains a thorough awareness of medical/clinical, regulator, compliance and quality issues and processes as they apply to the PTC therapeutic areas and adheres to, and supports, the standards established by the company.
REQUIREMENTS
Degree in health sciences or in a scientific discipline is needed
Solid experience working as MSL in the pharmaceutical industry is required
It is essential to have previous experience working with orphan/rare diseases
Advanced English level (oral and written)
Competence in leading teams and managing projects
Demonstrated success in interpreting scientific data and presenting research information to scientists and HCPs.
Excellent verbal and written communication and skills, including scientific/technical writing and presentations including the ability to communicate complex technical information clearly
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with strong interpersonal skills and capable of working effectively with cross-functional teams
Analytical thinker with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
Must have a valid driver’s license and availability to travel
EEO Statement:
PTC Therapeutics is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, age, physical characteristics, social origin, disability, religion, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, veteran status or any unlawful criterion under applicable law. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and avoiding discrimination.
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