Job Description

About Fennec Pharmaceuticals:

Fennec Pharmaceuticals Inc. is a specialty pharmaceutical company focused on the development and commercialization of PEDMARK® to reduce the risk of platinum-induced ototoxicity in pediatric patients. PEDMARK® received FDA approval in September 2022. European Commission approval was received in June 2023, and U.K. approval in October 2023 under the brand name PEDMARQSI®. PEDMARK has received Orphan Drug Exclusivity in the U.S. and PEDMARQSI has received Pediatric Use Marketing Authorization in Europe which includes eight years plus two years of data and market protection. Fennec employees are expected to embrace diversity and be able to work with internal cross-functional colleagues as well as external partners from a variety of backgrounds and experiences. Additionally, the successful candidate must demonstrate excellence in integrity and compliance with all interactions and adherence to corporate and industry guidelines. Fennec offers a fun, friendly, and industry competitive environment.

Position Summary:

We are looking for a smart, mission-oriented Medical Affairs professional who can communicate effectively and help Fennec transform the management ototoxicity in patients receiving cisplatin chemotherapy. This MSL, will report into Medical Affairs leadership, and will serve as a key field-based scientific resource for clinicians, academic institutions, professional organizations and patients and caregivers. This individual will be responsible for providing medical/scientific education and support for Fennec’s oncology product. The South Central MSL will demonstrate scientific, clinical and therapeutic area expertise by providing timely medical information/education in support of fair-balanced scientific exchange with oncologists, and additional relevant HCPs. This MSL will also be able to provide appropriate training on the safe administration and dosing of Fennec products and has the overall, goal of ensuring the safe and effective use of PEDMARK.

Responsibilities

The primary responsibilities of the South Central MSL are to:

• Provide reactive and appropriate proactive scientific and/or clinical product presentations to external healthcare professionals (oncologists, nurses and other allied HCPs).
• Address the specific needs of customers by responding to requests for information.
• Identify, develop, maintain, and manage collaborative working relationships with key academic and community oncologists and RN Key Opinion Leaders, as well as other relevant healthcare professionals
• Serve as a medical and scientific resource for the Fennec Sales and Marketing teams, with participation in internal medical and scientific updates and training.
• Provide appropriate training and education for nursing, pharmacists and physicians to the appropriate use of Fennec products.
• Attendance at Advocacy Group events, network events, and grand rounds where appropriate
• Inputs and maintains internal database as it relates to medical activities in that geography.
• Prepares disease state and other appropriate proactive materials for HCPs, which includes creating awareness and relationships for Fennec in the Medical community.
• Self-development: Develops and communicates a professional growth plan. Continually educates self on global market issues, trends, and product knowledge as it pertains to specific business responsibilities in key therapeutic areas.
• Takes responsibility for and actively manages professional development.

Professional Experience/Qualifications

• Advanced science/clinical degree strongly preferred (PharmD or PhD)
• Minimum of 3 years’ oncology experience in pharmaceutical industry; clinical oncology experience desired
• Prior experience in a MSL role (greater than or equal 2 years) required
• Experience in providing education to HCPs or 1:1 with patient and caregivers desired
• Experience in establishing strong, collaborative working relationships with internal (e.g. Sales, Marketing) and external stakeholder functions
• Existing strong customer and KOL relationships in prioritized centers of excellence and geographies is a plus
• Self-starter with ability to partner and work with colleagues and customers from diverse backgrounds
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with proven ability to communicate ideas and clinical data both verbally and written in a credible and appropriate manner
• Ability to gain consistent access and develop strong, professional relationships for scientific exchange with clinics, academic medical centers and KOLs
• Operate and execute in a compliant manner in conjunction with legal guidelines and understand the legal and compliance environment
• Ability to travel including overnight trips based on company and product launch needs (50%-75%75%).

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