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UCB Pharma

Biopharmaceuticals for neurology and immunology therapies

Medical Science Liaison Dermatology & Rheumatology

Biology & BiotechUpdated on Nov 14
Full-timeTokyo, JapanNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Practical experience as a Medical Science Liaison.
  • Most recent practical experience must be in medical affairs, as an MSL, or in a related role other than Medical Representative.
  • A master's degree or higher in a science field, or a national healthcare qualification such as physician, pharmacist, or nurse.
  • Native-level Japanese proficiency.
  • English proficiency sufficient to understand medical and scientific literature and handle work-related reading and writing.
  • Ability to interpret data objectively and critically and engage in evidence-based dialogue.
  • Ability to share objectives and policies with internal and external stakeholders and collaborate across departments.
  • Ability to independently identify challenges in the assigned area and plan, execute, and review activities.
  • Ability to share learnings and successful practices with the team and contribute to organizational capability development.
  • Commitment to ethics, compliance, and honest conduct.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, execute, and track progress on field medical plans for medical science experts in the assigned area, based on the medical strategy plan.
  • Monitor and analyze current medical and scientific developments, competitor information, and the needs and insights of medical science experts, and share them with the Field Medical Lead.
  • Build and maintain trusted relationships through ongoing medical and scientific exchanges with medical science experts.
  • Interpret data objectively and critically, and provide insights that contribute to improving the healthcare environment through scientific discussion.
  • Provide medical and scientific input to internal departments, under the direction of the Field Medical Lead and in accordance with the product lifecycle.
  • Share work objectives and policies with stakeholders and collaborate cross-functionally.
  • Participate in Medical Affairs and team capability-development activities, and share knowledge, skills, and successful practices with the organization.
  • Conduct activities with high ethical standards and compliance awareness.

Desired Qualifications

  • Practical experience in Immunology.
  • Experience leading scientific discussions with healthcare professionals.
  • Experience independently designing field medical activities and sharing resulting insights with the organization.
  • Experience in research, conference presentations, or research support.
  • A doctoral degree or an academic background in medicine.

About the Company

UCB Pharma

Biopharmaceuticals for neurology and immunology therapies

UCB Pharma focuses on developing treatments for severe diseases in neurology and immunology. It discovers, develops, and commercializes novel molecules and generates products aimed at improving patient lives. The company works by researching and developing therapies, integrating patient insights to guide innovation, and investing over a quarter of revenue into scientific research. Its global presence (about 9,000 employees across 40 countries) and €5.3 billion 2023 revenue reflect its scale and commitment to bringing therapies to patients worldwide. UCB differentiates itself by combining direct patient engagement with substantial R&D investment to address unmet needs in neurology and immunology, aiming to transform lives through science and patient care.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
City of Brussels, Belgium
Founded
1928

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