Medical Science Liaison

Bausch + Lomb (NYSE/TSX: BLCO) is a leading global eye health company dedicated to protecting and enhancing the gift of sight for millions of people around the world—from the moment of birth through every phase of life. Our mission is simple, yet powerful: helping you see better, to live better.

Our comprehensive portfolio of over 400 products is fully integrated and built to serve our customers across the full spectrum of their eye health needs throughout their lives. Our iconic brand is built on the deep trust and loyalty of our customers established over our 170-year history. We have a significant global research, development, manufacturing and commercial footprint of approximately 13,000 employees and a presence in approximately 100 countries, extending our reach to billions of potential customers across the globe. We have long been associated with many of the most significant advances in eye health, and we believe we are well positioned to continue leading the advancement of eye health in the future.

Position Overview:

The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) plays an important role in Medical Affairs at Bausch + Lomb, being part of a small and exclusive field-based team of medical science experts who interact with regional and national key opinion leaders (KOLs) and local customers.  The MSL will be accountable for briefing customers and sales staff on properties, virtues, limitations, and creative uses of company products as well as providing scientific insights back to the Medical Affairs internal team. The MSL/Senior MSL title will be determined based on a candidate's experience level.

Preferred MSL candidates will have a solid understanding of the roles and responsibilities of US medical science liaisons, and some understanding of eye health.  The MSL will be expected to develop new relationships with customers across assigned geographies.

Specific Responsibilities

• Build and maintain solid and credible relationships with the medical community on Bausch + Lomb’s behalf.
• Provide KOL insights and observations to the medical affairs organization on a timely basis.
• Help to ensure that KOL speakers are trained and have access to Bausch + Lomb data and approved content.
• Participate in coordinating and conducting peer-to-peer interactions and medical presentations.
• Be well versed in the current therapeutic areas in which Bausch + Lomb specializes.
• Where possible, develop relationships with local thought leaders (physicians, pharmacists and nurses) whose opinions and treatment regimens influence the practice of their colleagues.
• Identify unsolicited requests for investigator-initiated research.
• Where appropriate, provide overall medical / scientific support through the dissemination of on-label educational, scientific, and clinical information on diseases and treatments.
• Where appropriate, respond to unsolicited off-label requests for information.
• Relay Medical Information requests through appropriate channels.
• When appropriate, represent Bausch + Lomb at continuing educational events / programs, medical meetings and conventions.
• Follow all applicable policies and procedures related to MSLs, including the following Bausch + Lomb policies listed below:
  • U.S. Policy on Medical Science Liaisons
  • U.S. Policy on Professional Information Requests
  • U.S. Policy on Use of Off-Label Reprints
  • U.S. Policy on Product Promotion
  • U.S. Policy on Clinical Trials
  • U.S. Policy on Fee-For-Service Arrangements with U.S. Healthcare Professionals or Related Institutions and Organizations
  • S.O.P. on the Submission, Approval and Administration of Fee-For-Service Arrangements

 Requirements for Position:

• Minimum of a doctorate level degree (e.g. PhD, PharmD, OD, or MD).
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Medical Science Liaison in Eye Care OR 2 years of clinical experience in optometry/eye care. 
• Established relationships with regional KOLs or key customers (e.g. universities, managed care, government) highly desired.
• Compliant with all relevant policies and procedures.
• Highly motivated self-starter with a positive attitude, possessing the initiative required to achieve desired goals both independently and within a team structure.
• Demonstrated expertise in drug information communication.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements related to MSLs.
• Strong relationship-building skills.
• Strong administrative management skills.
• Team-oriented with the ability work effectively with others.
• Demonstrated understanding of product and technical knowledge in eye care.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing.

Working Conditions: Home office, up to 75% travel required, significant vehicle travel within a designated territory.

We offer competitive salary & excellent benefits including:

• Medical, Dental, Eye Health, Disability and Life Insurance begins on your hire date
• 401K Plan with company match and ongoing company contribution
• Paid time off – vacation (3 weeks - prorated upon hire), floating holidays and sick time
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with company match
• Employee Incentive Bonus
• Tuition Reimbursement (select degrees)
• Ongoing performance feedback and annual compensation review

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

For U.S. locations that require disclosure of compensation, the starting pay for this role is between $140,000.00 and $210,000.00.  The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors.

U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term and/or long-term incentives. They may also be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, disability and life insurance,  a 401(k) plan and company match, a tuition reimbursement program (select degrees), company holidays, and well-being benefits, among others. U.S. based employees are also eligible to receive sick time, floating holidays and paid vacation.

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