Medical Science Liaison

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Working at Abbott 
At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life. You’ll also have access to: 

• Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of. 

• An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution. 

• A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune. 

• A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists. 

The Opportunity 
The Medical Science Liaison functions as a member of the Screening Medical Affairs department, educating prescribers and population-based decision makers within health systems and other organized customer groups to inform decisions about our products, bringing back insights to inform evidence generation and planning. This position will develop and maintain relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs) in Primary Care and Gastroenterology. This regional position may require up to 4 days of field travel per week. The travel is within a defined geographic region, but occasionally additional travel may be necessary. The primary responsibility of the Medical Science Liaison is to provide education and subject matter expertise to support our strategic initiatives.

This position is field based. The New York City (NYC) territory includes key markets across NYC, Long Island NY, Westchester County NY, and parts of New Jersey.

What You’ll Work On 

• Demonstrate ability to understand major data sources (clinical trials, studies, published reports, etc.) relative to the use of our products, including clinical and select health economics and outcomes research data (HEOR).

• Support health systems, population health leaders, and medical quality professionals by educating on clinical, public health, medical quality, and other scientific information to help guide medical decisions for patients and populations regarding our screening products and related disease states.
• Prepare and deliver clinical and scientific presentations to healthcare providers, health systems and medical group leadership, and community/advocacy groups.
• Work compliantly with cross-functional business partners in the field, including health system leadership and field sales teams to develop and execute scientific engagement tactics that align to brand strategy.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with our internal teams to develop relevant content for scientific engagement for marketed and pipeline screening products.  
• Provide Medical Affairs support at select National medical conferences by engaging in scientific exchange with key decision-makers.
• Provide insight into market trends and competition.
• Build relationships and assist in the development of key opinion leaders as potential speakers and collaborators for our company, and collaborate with Screening Medical Affairs leadership in the development of key opinion leaders.
• Develop relationships with key decision makers in health systems, medical groups, healthcare provider offices, state departments of health, advocacy organizations, and national/regional professional societies.
• Collaborate with clients and thought leaders on a national, regional and local level to obtain clinical insights that support medical research associated with new and existing products.
• Identify and attend regional and national trade shows, symposia, and scientific/clinical meetings that are aligned with territory and brand strategy.
• Ability to work Monday through Friday during typical business hours, and some weekends (scientific meetings).
• Ability to travel approximately 60% of working time.

Required Qualifications 

• Master’s degree in a relevant health professions/sciences or related field (e.g., biotechnology, biology, health sciences, or clinical sciences leading to necessary skills) OR Bachelor’s degree in a relevant health professions/sciences or related field and 4+ years of field-based medical affairs experience in lieu of master’s degree. 
• 5+ years of industry experience in healthcare or medical technology fields with Medical Affairs or similar industry experience.
• Ability to meet any requirements set by healthcare facilities for access to those facilities (e.g. vaccination requirements, mask requirements, etc.).
• Possession of a valid driver's license; no suspended, revoked, surrendered, invalid, etc. allowed. 
• No more than two moving violations, events, or accidents within the last 36 months. 
• No alcohol or drug event in which a vehicle was driven by the candidate or employee, including but not limited to Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) failure, refusal to submit to alcohol or drug test, alcohol-related suspension, etc. in the last 36 months.
• No other results from the Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) check that expose our company to what we deem to be an unacceptable level of liability.
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications 

• Advanced degree in a relevant health sciences or related field (PA-C, Genetic counselor, or other healthcare providers).
• 2+ years of MSL experience in industry with prior experience in oncology and/or gastroenterology.
• Some experience communicating health economics and outcomes research (HEOR) data.
• Experience in public health, population health management, health insurance, and medical quality.
• Familiarity and experience with screening and wellness programs.
• An in-depth knowledge of the health care market as well as experience with clinical trials.
• Experience working with and/or for advocacy groups and professional societies.

Apply Now 

Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: https://abbottbenefits.com/ 

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity. 

Connect with us at abbott.com, on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/abbott-/, and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/AbbottCareers. 

The base pay for this position is

$99,300.00 – $198,700.00

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:

Medical & Scientific Affairs

DIVISION:

ONCO Cancer Diagnostics

LOCATION:

United States of America : Remote

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

TRAVEL:

Yes, 75 % of the Time

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

No

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous walking for prolonged periods (more than 2 hours at a time in an 8 hour day), Driving a personal auto or company car or truck, or a powered piece of material handling equipmentAbbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdfEEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf