Medical Science Liaison

* Maintain a thorough and detailed working knowledge of Alcon products and current medical/scientific research, and publications related to those products.* Engage in scientific discussions related to Alcon product data/research areas/ and pipeline (where appropriate) with ECPs and KOLs, speakers & investigators by ensuring the appropriate dissemination of clinical and scientific information regarding marketed and pipeline products in a timely, compliant, and customer-focused manner.* Function as the Alcon medical speaker to present, as needed, at customer sites, congresses, symposia, and training events to provide up-to-date, data-based, scientific and clinical information on Alcon products.* Upon investigator request, liaise between potential researcher and Alcon on Investigator Initiated Trials (IITs) from inception to publication.* Contribute to the identification and recommendation of appropriate KOL involvement and participation in Alcon sponsored clinical trials (includes both pre-and post-market studies) from assigned territory. Collect, analyze, and report insights that may impact company development plans/trial designs, launch and brand strategies/tactics.* Respond to unsolicited requests for scientific information or channel such requests to the appropriate Alcon function.* Contribute to medical strategy/plan development by providing field insights* Implement or support medical projects as field medical lead/contact aligned with Global or Regional Medical Affairs activities.* Support educational efforts, such as wet lab activities, by being onsite as necessary.* Provide medical support and training, as appropriate, (i.e., disease state and product) to colleagues (e.g. sales reps, Regulatory Affairs colleagues, etc.), but not as a substitute for those functional training groups such as the Global Medical Affairs trainers, Project Leads, Medical Directors, and Subject Matter Experts.* Work with Med Info and Med Safety to help resolve escalated product complaints as well as Medical Safety issues.* Interface effectively with all other Medical Affairs functions, as well as other departments, including Commercial, QA, Research and Development, Regulatory Affairs, Market Access, etc.* Act as an interface between Medical Expert/ HCP and Alcon to provide up-to-date medical support on device-related issues to educate, diagnose, resolve and where applicable, escalate to local or regional Medical Affairs.* Works with Compliance in observing all regulations, industry standards, and company policies.* Complies with all credentialing requirements for any healthcare institution (e.g., hospital) which is part of the MSL's call plan, including, among other things, routine background checks, medical testing (i.e., Tuberculosis test) or proof of immunizations, training on facility policies, adherence to confidentiality, etc.* Medical support, clinical study support (primarily serving as a resource for the IIT process) & KOL Relationship Development Develop a strong understanding of the future needs of Optometrists and Ophthalmic surgeons to obtain insights and support medical education in alignment with Alcon strategy Liaise and provide up-to-date medical support to healthcare associations to ensure evidence based understanding of Alcon products relative to medical guidelines and medical evidence/health economic information Provide non-promotional speaker assets to HCPs to support education to the healthcare community about approved and commercialized products.* Identify national, regional, and local KOLs and develop peer-to-peer scientific relationships with KOLs and decision makers to expand scientific partnership opportunities and to gain their advocacy Assure thoughtful and informed exchange of current medical information and data related to Alcon products and selected areas of therapeutic interest with KOLs.* ECP interactions* Obtain insights into ECPs professional needs and understanding of current and future healthcare trends.* Successful introductions to the IIT process.* Efficient management of IIT process (concept submission, synopsis submission/support, pace of study execution, share of voice/publication plan development).* Effective preparation of KOLs for major Optometric and Ophthalmic meetings.* Accuracy of KOL tiering* Effectiveness of KOL development* Support of internal functions* Elevated medical information questions* IME support* Advisory Boards* New product launches* Self-Awareness: Manages emotion so that a balanced objectivity is exercised in business situations. Shows Empathy: an awareness of others’ feelings, needs and concerns. Political Awareness: Reads a group’s emotional currents and power relationships.* Social Skills: Adeptness at inducing desirable responses in others; manages conflict; and inspires collaboration and teamwork.* Shows Drive and Initiative: Establishes aggressive goals and drives for results; readily.* Thinks Creatively: Approaches problems with curiosity and open-mindedness; creatively integrates different ideas and perspectives; stimulates creative thinking in others; generates innovative ideas and solutions to problems.* Establishes Relationships: Relates to people in an open friendly and accepting manner; develops relationships with key people in other functions and at other levels; expresses disagreement tactfully and sensitively.* Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school+15 yrs; Assoc.+11 yrs; M.S.+4 yrs; PhD+3 yrs)* Bilingualism, advanced written and verbal communication in English and French* 7 Years of Relevant Experience* OD, MD (Ophthalmology), DO (Ophthalmology), or other equivalent medical or bio-scientific degree.* Reside in a location with a major airport as the position requires extensive travel.* Solid knowledge of eye diseases, contact lenses, dry eye, and ocular health landscape.* Minimum of 5 years of experience in the eyecare field (academia, industry, practice), with at least 3 of those in the ophthalmic industry or clinical practice. Experience in a customer-facing role.* Working knowledge of the Healthcare System and of the research procedures as well as the ICH guidelines, GCP, and other ethical guidelines.* Experience in understanding the design and execution clinical trials, in particular in the post-market phase.* Experience in creating and delivering scientific presentations, basic experience in medical writing and a general knowledge of biostatistics.* Knowledge of product development, clinical trial design, regulatory requirements, payer landscape, and life cycle management.* Proven ability and experience to develop and foster peer-to-peer, credible relationships with Medical Experts/decision makers.* Experience in adverse event management.* Benefit from working in a highly collaborative and diverse environment where your contribution is valued.* Alcon provides a robust benefits package including health, life, retirement, flexible time off, and much more* Join Alcon’s mission to provide top-tier, innovative products and solutions that enhance sight, enhance lives, & help others "See Brilliantly"Les ALSM appuient stratégiquement le développement, l’utilisation et l’adoption appropriés des produits et des traitements d’Alcon par le biais d’échanges scientifiques fondés sur des données probantes et en recherchant des renseignements externes pour mieux éclairer et façonner la compréhension de l’entreprise des produits, des domaines thérapeutiques et de la pratique clinique. Ils offrent également du soutien aux médecins qui souhaitent participer aux essais entrepris par les investigateurs, en les guidant dans le processus d’approbation du concept, d’examen du résumé et d’octroi. De plus, les ALSM fournissent des renseignements généraux sur les soins médicaux et les soins de santé dans un ou plusieurs domaines thérapeutiques concernés en mettant à la disposition des praticiens, des#J-18808-Ljbffr