Medical Science Liaison - Southeast
Description: • Ascendis Pharma is a dynamic, fast-growing global biopharmaceutical company with locations in Denmark, Europe, and the United States. • Today, we're advancing programs in Endocrinology Rare Disease and Oncology. • Here at Ascendis, we pride ourselves on exceptional science, visionary leadership, and skilled and passionate colleagues. • Guided by our core values of Patients, Science, and Passion, we use our TransCon® drug development platform to fulfill our mission of developing new and potentially best-in-class therapies to address unmet medical needs. • Our culture fosters a place where skilled, adaptable, and highly resourceful professionals can truly make their mark. • We offer a dynamic workplace for employees to grow and develop their skills. • We are looking for a Medical Science Liaison who is the external facing scientific expert in Medical Affairs at Ascendis Pharma that communicates confidently about our products using clinical and scientific expertise. • The Medical Science Liaison is responsible for identifying and developing relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs) and educating all healthcare providers about the disease states and products in the Ascendis Pharma endocrinology pipeline. • The position is remote and reports to the Director, Field Medical Team. Requirements: • MD/PhD/PharmD or equivalent • Minimum 5+ years of pharmaceutical experience as a medical science liaison required • Pediatric endocrinology, endocrinology or rare disease experience preferred • Must be outgoing and appreciate the opportunity to interact with healthcare providers and researchers • Must have an incredible passion for patients • Strong oral and written communication skills with a high capability to understand and effectively communicate scientific and clinical information in virtual and live settings is required • Collaborates with a wide range of people to achieve results • Ability to work autonomously to organize and prioritize one’s own work schedule • Ability to make decisions which have a significant impact on the department’s credibility, operations, and services • Ability to create materials such as reports and presentations and to present/speak to both internal and external groups • Must live near major airport hub within geography • Must possess a valid driver’s license in the state of residence; must possess and maintain a satisfactory driving record • Estimated travel ~50-75% Benefits: • 401(k) plan with company match • Medical, dental, and vision plans • Company-offered Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance • Company-provided short and long-term disability benefits • Unique offerings of Pet Insurance and Legal Insurance • Employee Assistance Program • Employee Discounts • Professional Development • Health Saving Account (HSA) • Flexible Spending Accounts • Various incentive compensation plans • Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance • Mental Health resources • Paid leave benefits for new parents Apply Job! Apply tot his job