Medical Science Liaison/Senior Medical Science Liaison, Oncology

Summary

Join Corcept's Oncology MSL team, a high-performing group within a well-established pharmaceutical company developing a potential first-in-class oncology product. This role involves engaging with thought leaders in gynecological oncology and other malignancies, educating healthcare professionals on cortisol modulation, and gathering insights from the medical community. You will support clinical trials, publications, and scientific education while maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders. The position requires significant travel (50-60%) and a strong scientific background in oncology. Corcept offers a competitive salary range and a collaborative work environment.

Requirements

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis

Responsibilities

• Engage in clinically meaningful scientific discussions with thought leaders in gynecological oncology and other malignancies to enhance their knowledge of Corcept and the role of cortisol modulation in oncology
• Proactively communicate and educate health care professionals on disease states where cortisol modulation may play a role. Provide responsive support when appropriate requests are made. Engage in scientific exchange on Corcept’s non-clinical and clinical trial data as well as the clinical development plan
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with thought leaders, patient advocacy organizations, and oncology associations (like GOG and ASCO as well as regional organizations) within the oncology community
• Capture, analyze, and communicate insights and intelligence from the medical and scientific community in a compliant manner to help inform decisions by Corcept. Communications will clearly and effectively frame insights in a usable manner
• Support company-sponsored clinical trials, investigator-initiated studies (IIS), scientific communications, publications, clinical and scientific education, advisory boards, and congresses
• Maintain the highest standards of scientific, clinical, and technical expertise in relevant therapeutic area(s)
• Demonstrates teamwork and collaboration within Medical Affairs (MA) as well as cross-functionally with Clinical Development, Clinical Operations, Market Access, Marketing, Commercial, Data Analytics, etc. Exchanges ideas and knowledge compliantly among Oncology functions
• Travel required – approximately 50-60% of the time

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrates strong scientific oncology acumen: therapeutic landscapes, NCCN guidelines, clinical trial data, oncology cooperative groups, NCI/NCCN cancer centers, etc
• Exemplifies the following core competencies: intellectual curiosity, managing change, teamwork and collaboration, communication, achieving results, decision-making, and clinical and scientific expertise
• Demonstrates strong business acumen: has working knowledge of the multi-disciplinary functions involved in a company's drug development process, e.g., research, development, clinical operations, biostatistics, regulatory, commercial, etc
• Exhibits excellent project management skills: can prioritize multiple tasks and goals and ensure the timely, on-target, and within-budget accomplishment of projects
• Identifies resources to accomplish priorities and works with the MA team to ensure resources are available
• Understands change management and demonstrates adaptability in priorities, goals, and territory
• Has proven effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Provide feedback to the MA trainer and MA Senior Director to ensure an atmosphere of quality improvement and excellence
• Demonstrates strong experience with PowerPoint, Word, and Excel; must be able to create and edit content with minimal assistance and an eye for accuracy and detail
• Experienced with Veeva CRM (or other CRM) and Veeva Vault, as well as SharePoint and/or BOX is preferred
• Must maintain a driving record in accordance with Corcept vehicle policy
• PhD, advanced degree in medical science (MD, PharmD, MSN, PA, NP) required
• 5+ years MSL experience; 2+ years in oncology
• Individuals may qualify for MSL or Sr. MSL based on demonstrated level of experience

Benefits

The pay range that the Company reasonably expects to pay for this position is $172,300 - $253,300