Senior Medical Science Liaison - Orthopedics East Coast at Vericel Corporation

, , United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Jun, 26

Salary

200000.0

Posted On

10 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Scientific Support, Educational Support, Research Support, Relationship Management, Orthopedic Experts, Brand Planning, Clinical Knowledge, Scientific Dissemination, Good Clinical Practice, Investigator Sponsored Studies, Medical Information Response, Clinical Trial Support, Communication Skills, Data Presentation, Surgical Procedure Attendance, Hospital Credentialing

Industry

Biotechnology Research

Description

At Vericel Corporation, we are pioneers in advanced cell therapies for sports medicine and severe burn care, transforming patient lives through cutting-edge regenerative medicine. Our commitment to innovation, patient-centered focus, and scientific excellence drives us to develop groundbreaking treatments including MACI (knee cartilage repair), Epicel and Nexobrid (burn care).  Location: East Coast, ideal locations include New England, NY/NJ, Pennsylvania, Mid-Atlantic, Carolinas, Georgia, or Florida. Position Summary: The Senior Medical Science Liaison (MSL) will be responsible for providing non-promotional scientific, educational, and research support for the Vericel Orthopedic portfolio. This individual will develop and maintain relationships with key orthopedic experts and build a well-informed base relating to the Vericel Orthopedic franchise. Additionally, the Senior MSL will participate in brand planning initiatives across interdepartmental working groups in order to develop and execute overall Vericel corporate goals and Medical Affairs departmental goals designed to support and meet shared business objectives. Position Scope: * Act as a conduit for accurate clinical, scientific and medical information to key ortho experts, health care professionals, decision makers and other stakeholders (e.g., private insurance, payers, medical groups, government agencies, and health systems with drug formularies), in compliance with all relevant company policies. * Maintain business and clinical knowledge of the ortho care treatment landscape including current treatment strategies, current and pending treatment options, and new therapeutic developments through, among other means, attending relevant symposium and scientific conferences as well as reviewing key journals. * Identify, establish, and maintain collaborative relationships with key experts, investigators and institutions strategic to product development. * Educate healthcare professionals through presentations with customer visits, investigator meetings, advisory boards, medical meetings, and other appropriate venues to enhance product and disease state knowledge. * Collaborate with the research and clinical teams to coordinate support for sites/investigators participating in clinical trials and post-market studies with full understanding and competence in good clinical practice (GCP) guidelines. * Support and guide requests for investigator sponsored studies (ISS) through appropriate internal processes. * Respond medical information requests by providing clear responses tailored to meet specific needs of the requestor. * Identify and communicate key clinical and research insights from the field with internal teams to help guide company research, development, and strategies for investigational and commercialized products. * Facilitate the identification of medical community educational needs around cartilage lesion treatment management, including appropriate use of Vericel products. * Maintain clinical expertise through comprehensive education including attendance at relevant symposium, scientific workshops, and review of key journals. * Participate in required internal training, presentations and journal clubs. Maintain appropriate communication with Clinical, Regulatory, and Legal personnel within the company to ensure appropriate timelines and procedures are met. * Adhere to regulatory and compliance guidelines and company policies in all aspects of scientific dissemination of information to include responses to unsolicited requests for medical information. Qualifications: * MS, Physical Therapy degree, RN/BSN, MD, PhD, or PharmD * Experience working with orthopedics or cell therapies required. * 2-5+ years of experience as a Medical Science Liaison. * Must live in the Eastern region of the U.S. and within 30 miles of a major airport. * Strong verbal and written communication skills. * Well-versed in clinical and basic science to be able to deliver cutting edge data and technical/practical education to Health Care Professionals (HCP). * Must be able and willing to attend surgical procedures. * Must be able to pass hospital credentialing requirements. * Must be able to lift and carry instrument trays, surgical supplies and training supplies, up to 40 lbs. * Ability to travel up to 70% of the time in the Eastern region of the United States, including occasional weekend travel for conferences and meetings. Why Vericel? * Cutting-Edge Science: Work with a leading regenerative medicine product that is transforming patient care. * Career Growth: Be a part of a growing organization with opportunities to expand your impact. * Collaborative Culture: Work alongside a team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about improving lives. The salary range Vericel reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at the time of this posting is $171,000 to $200,000 annually. The actual salary offered will be determined based on factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and skills. Bonus, incentive pay, equity and benefits may be provided in addition to the base compensation listed above. In accordance with Massachusetts law, Vericel provides the pay range that it reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for a particular and specific employment position at the time of posting or offer. This range is subject to change based on business needs, market conditions, and individual qualifications. Employees and applicants may request the pay range for their position or for a position to which they are applying. Retaliation for making such a request is strictly prohibited. EEO Statement All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or protected veteran status and will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Vericel Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Vericel Corporation is VEVRAA federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans for job openings at all locations within the state.

Responsibilities

The Senior Medical Science Liaison will provide non-promotional scientific, educational, and research support for the Vericel Orthopedic portfolio, focusing on developing relationships with key orthopedic experts. This role also involves participating in brand planning initiatives across interdepartmental working groups to meet corporate and Medical Affairs goals.