Medical Science Liaison, Neuroscience - North Germany

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Jazz Pharmaceuticals is a global biopharma company whose purpose is to innovate to transform the lives of patients and their families. We are dedicated to developing life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases — often with limited or no therapeutic options. We have a diverse portfolio of marketed medicines, including leading therapies for sleep disorders and epilepsy, and a growing portfolio of cancer treatments. Our patient-focused and science-driven approach powers pioneering research and development advancements across our robust pipeline of innovative therapeutics in oncology and neuroscience. Jazz is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland with research and development laboratories, manufacturing facilities and employees in multiple countries committed to serving patients worldwide. Please visit Jetzt bewerben! for more information.

Jazz Pharmaceuticals is an international biopharmaceutical company committed to transforming the lives of patients and their families. With a focus on epilepsy and hematology/oncology, we combine deep therapeutic expertise with a passion for innovation and excellence.

We are driven by a high-performance culture rooted in ownership, ambition, and cross-functional collaboration. We are looking for talented, impact-oriented professionals who thrive in dynamic environments and are eager to grow.

Being based in the North of Germany and reporting to the Associate Medical Director Neuroscience, the Medical Science Liaison for Neuroscience is responsible for the implementation of the local affiliates’ Medical Plan and tactics that support the successful commercialization of in-market and future Jazz Pharmaceutical Neurology products.

This is a field-based, non-promotional role. The incumbent is the field based medical and scientific expert for the therapy area. The main areas of responsibility include supporting evidence generation activities, facilitating the exchange of scientific information between the medical community and the company, building collaborative relationships with external experts, responding reactively to unsolicited requests for information from healthcare professionals and realize medical education activities.

The northern territory includes Schleswig-Holstein, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern and Niedersachsen.

Key Responsibilities

Provision of Medical Information

• Provides high quality, balanced and scientific medical information to both internal and external customers on request and in a timely manner
• Delivers best in class, scientific, educational meetings executed in accordance with Jazz and local regulatory and legal frameworks
• Provides scientific information to support appropriate positioning of Jazz Pharmaceuticals medicines within relevant national and local protocols, guidelines, and formularies to support appropriate access
• Communicates emerging data and the clinical experience with our products through scientific exchange and peer-to-peer interactions discussing benefits and risks in an objective manner.

Positions self as Scientific Expert

• Maintains an up to date and high-level knowledge of the therapy area and Jazz products
• Supports development of Jazz Pharmaceuticals positioning as the scientific authority on neuroscience
• Attend appropriate scientific congresses to stay abreast of developments and to support regional and national key external experts activities
• Provides medical guidance and governance for Jazz Pharmaceuticals neuroscience therapeutic areas
• Acquires a broad understanding of local and national protocols of clinical practice
• Gives medical-scientific presentations
• Provides medical training to Jazz Pharmaceuticals personnel

Evidence Generation & Research Support

• Supports the local implementation of Jazz Pharmaceuticals sponsored studies and projects

• Responds to requests for Investigator Initiated Research grants in accordance with Jazz standard operating procedures

• Supports the submission and review of Investigator Initiated Research proposals

• Ensures support of the life cycle management of all neuroscience products

Develop External Relationships

• Develops influential relationships with national and local key external experts, leading to a productive two-way exchange of scientific information and opinion

• Supports national Key External Experts (KEE) advocacy through provision of scientific and clinical information

• Develops and maintains a national and regional database of key strategic contacts for each relevant product and disease area

Strategic collaboration & Key Account Planning

• Contributes to the development of country medical plan and provides input into local strategies and tactics

• Works in a collaborative manner with cross-functional colleagues to ensure a Key Account Management approach

• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including KAM, Marketing and Market Access, to ensure aligned and integrated customer engagement.

• Provide scientific support to Key Account Management by contributing medical expertise to the development and execution of tailored customer strategies.

• Monitor and analyse scientific and clinical trends within key accounts to identify opportunities and potential risks.

• Participate in cross-functional account meetings to align on goals, share insights, and coordinate activities.

• Ensure compliance with internal and external regulations in all medical-scientific interactions related to key accounts.

Maintains high Company standards

• Adhere to the relevant national and local Codes of Practice
• Always behaves ethically and with integrity
• Act as an ambassador for Jazz Pharmaceuticals following company mission and values
• Create, document, and actively implement your own personal development plan
• Prepare timely reporting according to the company needs

Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities

• Prior experience in neurological conditions (preferred epilepsy or rare disease)
• Highly self-motivated and ability to work autonomously
• Has a can-do attitude (Growth Mindset), feels accountable and acts proactively
• Enjoys setting ambitious goals, driving results and being innovative (in line with compliance rules)
• Communicate clearly, challenge constructively, and collaborate effectively across functions. Ability to critically analyse complex data
• Clear and concise communication and presentation skills
• Strong planning and organisation skills
• Excellent inter-personal and relationship building skills, collaboration, and teamwork

Education & Requirements

• Scientific Graduate in life sciences (Masters/Diploma or higher)
• Valid driver’s license
• Travel 70%-80%,
• Very good command of German and English language both spoken and written

Why Jazz?

At Jazz, we offer more than just a job. We offer:

• A collaborative and respectful culture.
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• The chance to make a real impact on patients’ lives.

Description of Physical Demands

• Responsibilities may require working outside of “normal” hours, to meet business demands.
• The size of territory will necessitate appropriate management of travel requirements
• The incumbent must reside within the territory of their responsibility

Jazz Pharmaceuticals is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.

The successful candidate will also be eligible to participate in various benefits offerings, including, but not limited to, medical, dental and vision insurance, retirement savings plan, and flexible paid vacation. For more information on our Benefits offerings please click here: Jetzt bewerben!