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Medical Science Liaison / Sr Medical Science Liaison (North Central)
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Seeking Talent Near: Minneapolis, MN; Saint Paul, MN; Fargo, ND; Sioux Falls, SD; Omaha, NE; Billings, MT; Boise, ID
Position Summary
Primary Responsibilities
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Build and sustain strong relationships with national and regional medical and scientific thought leaders, patient advocacy groups, and centers of excellence aligned to Acadia’s Medical Affairs strategy
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Engage key opinion leaders in meaningful scientific exchange, research discussions, and education on current and emerging therapies
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Support clinical research activities, including trial site engagement and cultivation and facilitation of investigator-initiated research proposals
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Develop and maintain deep scientific, clinical, and therapeutic expertise across Acadia’s portfolio
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Collaborate cross-functionally, in compliance with all guidelines, with Regional Business Leaders and Account Business Managers to support aligned field execution
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Provide strategic field insights that inform Medical Affairs and broader organizational decision-making
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Identify disease state insights and compound attributes that contribute to product differentiation and scientific value
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Deliver high-quality scientific, clinical, and educational support to internal stakeholders and external healthcare partners
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Represent Acadia at medical meetings, congresses, educational programs, and support Commercial activities including speaker and sales training
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Perform other duties as assigned
Education/Experience/Skills
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Advanced scientific degree (MD, PharmD, or PhD) in a relevant discipline
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Minimum of 5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry, with hands-on scientific or medical affairs responsibilities
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Prior Medical Science Liaison experience within a field-based medical affairs role
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Demonstrated scientific and clinical expertise, with experience in rare diseases, epilepsy, neurology, or psychiatry
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Strong working knowledge of regulatory, compliance, and clinical considerations impacting pharmaceutical and managed care environments
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Proven ability to communicate complex scientific and drug information to healthcare professionals and internal stakeholders
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High proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
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Ability to travel up to 75% of the time, with residence within the assigned territory
Position levels:
- Medical Science Liaison: $139,600 - $174,500 requires an advanced degree (MD, PharmD, PhD) in a scientific discipline, 5 years of progressively responsible experience in the medical, clinical, and/or pharmaceutical field
- Sr. Medical Science Liaison: $176,000 - $220,000 requires an advanced degree (MD, PharmD, PhD) in a scientific discipline, 7 years of progressively responsible experience in the medical, clinical, and/or pharmaceutical field, including 3 years as an MS
Physical Requirements
This role involves regular standing, walking, sitting, and the use of hands for handling or operating equipment. The employee may also need to reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and maintain visual, verbal, and auditory communication in a standard office environment and while working independently from remote locations. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. This position requires the ability to travel independently overnight and/or work after hours as required by travel schedules or business needs.
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In addition to a competitive base salary, this position is also eligible for discretionary bonus and equity awards based on factors such as individual and organizational performance. Actual amounts will vary depending on experience, performance, and location.
What we offer US-based Employees:
- Competitive base, bonus, new hire and ongoing equity packages
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Employer-paid life, disability, business travel and EAP coverage
- 401(k) Plan with a fully vested company match 1:1 up to 5%
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a 2-year purchase price lock-in
- 15+ vacation days
- 13 -15 paid holidays, including office closure between December 24th and January 1st
- 10 days of paid sick time
- Paid parental leave benefit
- Tuition assistance
EEO Statement (US-based Employees): Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications in the exact way they are described in job postings. We are committed to building a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and innovative company, and we are looking for the BEST candidate for the job. That candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background or may meet the qualifications in a different way. We strongly encourage you to apply, especially if the reason you are the best candidate isn’t exactly what we describe here.
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Clinical Trial Manager - Central Midwest
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Heartflow is a medical technology company advancing the diagnosis and management of coronary artery disease, the #1 cause of death worldwide, using cutting-edge technology. The flagship product—an AI-driven, non-invasive cardiac test supported by the ACC/AHA Chest Pain Guidelines called the Heartflow FFRCT Analysis—provides a color-coded, 3D model of a patient’s coronary arteries indicating the impact blockages have on blood flow to the heart. Heartflow is the first AI-driven non-invasive integrated heart care solution across the CCTA pathway that helps clinicians identify stenoses in the coronary arteries (RoadMap™Analysis), assess coronary blood flow (FFRCT Analysis), and characterize and quantify coronary atherosclerosis (Plaque Analysis). Our pipeline of products is growing and so is our team; join us in helping to revolutionize precision heartcare.
Heartflow is a publicly traded company (HTFL) that has received international recognition for exceptional strides in healthcare innovation, is supported by medical societies around the world, cleared for use in the US, UK, Europe, Japan and Canada, and has been used for more than 500,000 patients worldwide.
The Clinical Trial Manager (CTM) is responsible for the oversight and management of all clinical operational activities at the trial and site level. The CTM will interact well with the Heartflow Clinical Research staff and collaborate effectively with Heartflow onsite and field staff, clinical research coordinators, principal investigators, and vendors to aid in ensuring clinical studies meet or exceed timelines and maintain high quality standards. The CTM will have demonstrated experience with clinical research study execution, exceptional organizational skills, excellent attention to detail, and will be comfortable working in a fast- paced start-up culture.
Job Responsibilities:
- Participates in clinical research activities including management of clinical study sites, management of study documentation, vendor management, and completion of project management tasks
- Develops clinical trial timelines, enrollment projections, and instructional materials in support of trial execution, including project, communication, monitoring, recruitment, risk mitigation, and contingency plans
- Participates in and leads process improvement activities within the department and cross functionally, including SOP development
- Conducts study start-up activities including the development of protocols, informed consent forms, source document worksheets, training presentations, etc.
- Reviews site regulatory documents (informed consents, IRB approvals, research agreements) to ensure compliance with study requirements and GCPs
- Maintains effective working relationships with investigators/investigational site research coordinators, and vendors including core labs and data management
- Perform other duties as required for successfully completing studies, as necessary
Skills Needed:
- Ability to work in a smaller team environment with a willing, all hands on deck attitude
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and be comfortable working in an environment with shifting priorities
- High attention to detail, accuracy, and quality and able to effectively prioritize multiple projects
- Knowledge of ICH Guidelines, US FDA, and European clinical trial requirements and regulations
- Excellent written and oral English communication skills required
- Proficiency in computer programs and specifically in Microsoft office tools including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Educational Requirements & Work Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in science or health related field
- Demonstrated 5 years minimum relevant experience required
- Experience in cardiovascular medical device clinical research a plus
Travel required: up to 25%
A reasonable estimate of the base salary compensation range is $95,000 to $125,000 and cash bonus. #LI-IB1
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