AddressJob Description Summary
Job Description
We are the makers of possible
BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.
We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you’ll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us.
In surgery our products empower providers to reduce the incidence of surgical complications, improve patients’ experiences and lower the total cost of surgical care.
About the role:
Medical Science Liaisons (MSLs) work with customers as field-based scientific and clinical authorities who strategically support dissemination of 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 applying academic credentials, clinical knowledge, and scientific expertise in Infection Prevention to connect 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 captured 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.
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 for key BD surgeons
Care product areas includes Antiseptic products, 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 complete 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 gather information relevant to the organization’s scientific platforms and report this information to internal partners during debrief meetings.
Assist in facilitating KOL 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.
Additional duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree required (RN, NP, PA with clinical experience required) Advanced degree 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.
BCMAS preferred
Clinical experience in surgery space required
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), 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: ~65% travel, including overnight and weekend stays.
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?
A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It’s also a place where we help each other be great, we do what’s right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.
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 health. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.
To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers
Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of 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, or any other protected status.
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