Medical Science Liaison - South Central

Regional Medical Science Liaison, South Central

Candidates should be located in NE, KS, OK, TX, MO, AR, LA

Good things are happening at Omeros!

Come join our Medical Affairs Team!

The Regional Medical Science Liaison (MSL) position that will engage and further develop relationships with top institutions and key opinion leaders (KOLs) disseminate company-approved technical and scientific information, facilitate education on related disease states, and collaborate to support clinical research activities. 

Who is Omeros?

Omeros is an innovative biotechnology company that discovers and develops first-in-class protein and small-molecule therapeutics for both large-market and orphan indications, with a focus on complement-mediated diseases, cancers, and addictive or compulsive disorders. Omeros’ lead complement inhibitor YARTEMLEA® (narsoplimab-wuug), which targets the lectin pathway’s effector enzyme MASP-2, is FDA-approved and commercially available in the U.S. for the treatment of hematopoietic stem cell transplant-associated thrombotic microangiopathy (TA-TMA) in adult and pediatric patients aged two years and older. A marketing authorization application seeking approval of YARTEMLEA for TA-TMA is currently under review at the European Medicines Agency. OMS1029, Omeros’ long-acting MASP-2 inhibitor, has successfully completed Phase 1 clinical trials.

Under a recently announced asset purchase and licensing agreement, Novo Nordisk acquired global rights to zaltenibart (formerly OMS906), an inhibitor of MASP-3, the alternative pathway’s key activator, which is in clinical development for PNH and other alternative pathway indications, along with associated intellectual property and related assets. Omeros’ pipeline also includes OMS527, a phosphodiesterase 7 inhibitor in clinical development for cocaine use disorder, which is fully funded by the National Institute on Drug Abuse, and a growing portfolio of novel recombinant antibodies targeting multidrug-resistant organisms and novel molecular and cellular therapeutic programs for oncology. For more information about Omeros and its programs, visit www.omeros.com.

Skills and Experience Required: 

• Build and foster productive professional relationships and partnerships with core local, national and international KOLs in the areas of medical education and clinical/scientific research, serving as a key clinical and scientific resource
• Maintain thorough and up-to-date knowledge of disease state, clinical information and product data within relevant therapeutic areas
• In alignment with the overall medical strategy and plan implement strategies and tactics to effectively communicate complex scientific education, including disease state and product information
• Effectively deliver medical and scientific presentations to diverse audiences, including physicians, pharmacists, nurses, payers, and internal staff
• Contribute to the development and implementation of publication planning, medical education strategies, initiatives and materials, standard response letters
• Facilitate submission and discussion of independent investigator-initiated studies as a conduit between the investigator and internal Omeros IIS committee
• Contribute to the development of medical affairs materials such as slide decks, abstracts, or manuscripts
• Identify opportunities to partner with KOLs on disease state or therapeutic initiatives
• Support and facilitate speaker training initiatives.
• Collect, analyze and interpret disease state and technical product information at medical congresses
• Provide clinical/scientific education for Sales & Marketing staff
• Partner and collaborate effectively with internal groups, including Clinical Development, Clinical Operations, Pharmacovigilance, and Sales & Marketing
• Support clinical development activities through site identification and investigator recruitment and education
• Support market access initiatives such as engagement of or presentation to commercial and public payers, as needed
• Complete administrative responsibilities and internal projects as assigned, in a timely and accurate manner
• Conduct all activities and responsibilities in accordance with all relevant legal, regulatory and corporate regulations and guidelines, including the Omeros Corporation Code of Business Conduct & Ethics, policies and procedures.

Experience and Education Required:

• Advanced clinical/science degree or professional credentials required (PharmD, PhD or MD) or equivalent
• Minimum of 3 years of previous experience as an MSL in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry
• Clinical experience in neurology, oncology, immunology or cardiovascular disease desirable
• Demonstrated knowledge of regulatory, commercial and clinical issues affecting the pharmaceutical industry is critical
• Excellent verbal and written communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills are essential
• Demonstrated planning, organizational and project management abilities are required
• Ability to collaborate in a team environment and partner effectively across geographic areas and cross-functional groups is essential
• Experience in at least one “start-up” biopharma company is desirable
• Dependable automobile with liability insurance and valid driver’s license is required.

What We’re Looking for in an Ideal Candidate:

• Must be a confident self-starter able to think strategically and also execute to deliver on medical plans. 
• As an external representative of Omeros, must always act in a professional manner. 
• Must have the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with management, peers, and subordinates. 
• Competent business writing and persuasive presentation skills required. 
• Must display superior organizational management and problem solving skills. 
• Must feel comfortable managing multiple projects, therapeutic areas, and external/internal relationships.

Other Requirements:

• The employee will be required to have extensive overnight travel (50 - 75%). 

Physical Demands:

• Intermittent physical activity including bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, or lifting up to 40 lbs. 
• May encounter prolonged periods of sitting 

Compensation and Benefits:

Omeros is proud to offer a competitive total compensation package designed to support the lives of our employees and their families. The wage scale for this position is ($190,000 - $210,000). Salaries will be determined based on knowledge, skills, education, and experience relevant to the role. Employees are offered medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan with a company match. Employees accrue three weeks of vacation and 80 hours of sick time on an annual basis and receive twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year. This position is eligible for incentive and stock options. To learn more about Omeros, please visitwww.omeros.com.

Omeros is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected status such as race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, marital status, or any other factor determined to be unlawful by federal, state, or local statutes.

It is our policy to provide reasonable accommodation to anyone with a disability who needs assistance completing the job application process. If you need assistance, please send an e-mail to [email protected] .