Medical Science Liaison, West

Company: Danone
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: May 3, 2025

Job Description:

The Medical Science Liaison will be responsible for providing medical opinion to Medical Affairs on matters relevant to infants, children, adolescents, and adults with medical conditions related to gastroenterology, food allergies, and challenged growth as well as other related conditions. The Medical Science Liaison provides the medical bridge between clinical research and the Medical Department, as well as remaining departments within the organization. The position will leverage knowledge of science and clinical practice to develop credible initiatives aligned with Faltering Growth and any other identified category objectives to drive business. The person will work closely with a cross-functional team including Marketing, Sales, Regulatory/Legal, and others. Cross-functional work involves the ability to develop strategies to drive business, including successful product launches, messaging, and identifying new areas of business. The position requires working closely with major stakeholders, including key medical opinion leaders. This role will work closely with HCPs to conduct real-world evidence programs. The person is responsible for assuring medical messaging on products and product uses align with corporate goals. This position requires the development of healthcare education materials and training to internal and external stakeholders. The role requires the ability to submit abstracts to present at national/international professional conferences.Essential Functions:

• Identify, cultivate, and maintain interactive relationships with current and future Key Opinion Leaders, Study Investigators, and professional organizations. Work with N+1 on developing strategies for driving regional business initiatives.
• Manage local/regional projects on new business initiatives.
• Active participation in driving successful launches of either new products in current areas of business or current products in new medical initiatives.
• Leverage relationships with KOLs to understand the role and current use of Nutricia products and gain consensus on optimal ways to include products in clinical practice.
• Consult KOLs, where appropriate, to ensure that medical messaging is scientifically and medically sound.
• Provide competitive intelligence to internal stakeholders to gain public insights on competitor activities.
• Work with N+1 on developing and conducting a strong evidence generation platform, including Early Experience Programs.
• Provide support and in-house medical training to the salesforce, and participate in 1:1 visits, meetings, and speaker programs.
• Manage KOL/speaker bureau-delivered peer-to-peer educational talks in key areas of business.
• Reach out and develop relationships with top and mid-tier KOLs to drive awareness, recommendation, and prescriptions.
• Investigate new product ideas and emerging trends in nutrition therapy.
• Facilitate clinical trial management on clinical research.
• Provide training and support to the Sales Force.
• Actively participate with the sales team in one-on-one clinical visits, meetings, speaker programs, seminars, etc. Co-manage peer-to-peer programs with the sales force.
• Provide medical, scientific, and technical expertise as part of the innovation process.
• Participate in medical/educational programs and initiatives, advisory boards, data presentation to key physicians, speaker training, and research initiatives.
• Support publications and medical communications activities.
• Support the commercial team with medical and scientific expertise.The base compensation range for this position is $120,000 - $130,000 commensurate with experience. Danone North America additionally offers a performance-based bonus and has a strong benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k Plan, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Time Off, and Paid Parental Bonding Leave, among other benefit plan options.About youKnowledge and Skills:
  • Clinical Knowledge - Understanding of clinical research/good clinical practice and clinical study protocol development.
  • Communication Skills - Exceptional oral and written communication and presentation capabilities; speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations, has excellent listening skills; seeks input and feedback. Ability to create PowerPoint presentations.
  • Functional Knowledge - Experience with medical research, knowledge of relevant academic institutions, hospitals, and research organizations.
  • Regulatory Knowledge - Knowledgeable in regulatory, commercial, and clinical issues.
  • Work style - Strong team player with proven ability to work independently.
  • Solid nutrition background and clinical knowledge. Detailed disease knowledge in pediatrics preferred.
  • Keep current on market trends, medical and nutrition practices.
  • Experience in HCP learning strategies for education and training.
  • Manage projects for successful completion.
  • Ability to both provide and receive constructive feedback.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with colleagues and key external stakeholders.
  • Work style - strong team player. Work as part of a team to reach common goals. Proven ability to work independently.Supervisory responsibilities:The Medical Science Liaison does not have direct reports.Working conditions:Work is conducted in a hybrid model. Up to 60% domestic travel is required.
    • 5 years' experience in nutrition, including clinical work, industry, or other fieldwork in the area of nutrition.
    • Registered Dietitian with advanced scientific and/or medical training such as PhD, DCN, RD-AP, MS, or CNSC. NP, RN, Pharm D, or RD's with relevant therapeutic area experience will also be considered.
    • Must reside in the West Coast.Preferred:Faltering growth, GI, cardiac, pediatric intensive care units, or nutritional product experience desirable.Success factors:
      • Self-motivated
      • Deliver creative ideas for change and continuous process improvement
      • Excellent organizational skills
      • Excellent presentation skills
      • Knowledge in basic Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint, Excel, and Word, EndNote
      • Ability to manage projects through successful completion
      • Self-directed
      • Time management; ability to prioritize work and time to complete products on timeAbout DanoneNutricia Advanced Medical Nutrition is focused on pioneering and delivering specialized nutritional solutions and Best Care for medical professionals and their patients, helping people live healthier and longer lives. Nutricia North America was established in 1983 and is headquartered in Rockville, MD. We seek to provide solutions and services wherever nutritional intervention can be shown to improve clinical outcomes. In partnership with doctors, healthcare professionals, and caregivers, we work to make a real difference in people's lives by speeding recovery and encouraging independence. Our ambition is to deliver only proven benefits through nutrition, as an integral part of disease management. Consisting of a wide variety of FDA and Health Canada regulated nutrition products, we are especially active in the management of inherited metabolic diseases, severe pediatric allergic and gastrointestinal disorders, pediatric epilepsy, and long term and critical care for seniors. Please join us in nourishing lives & inspiring a healthier world through food! Learn more @ www.nutricia-na.comNutricia North America and Danone North America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. It is our policy to give equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to legally protected characteristics, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state/provincial and/or local law. For our EEO policy statement and your EEO rights under law click here.#LI-NORAM#LI-REMOTE#LI-AS1Job detailsDedicated to bringing health through food to as many people as possible, we are a leading global food & beverage company built on four businesses: Essential Dairy and Plant-Based Products, Waters, Early Life Nutrition, and Medical Nutrition.
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