Medical Science Liaison, Oncology

Generate, analyze, and communicate medical insights

• Collect and report actionable insights from HCPs regarding disease management, patient needs, treatment pathways, local guidelines, competitive environment, and compounds in development.
• Analyze field insights and communicate relevant findings to the Japan Medical Affairs team and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Support the development of local medical strategies by providing a strong field perspective.
• Attend national and regional medical congresses and communicate relevant scientific and medical insights.
• Contribute to the identification of evidence gaps and opportunities for real-world evidence, research collaborations, or educational initiatives.

Support non-promotional scientific exchange and medical education

• Deliver high-quality, balanced, and non-promotional scientific presentations on disease areas, treatment landscapes, and Ipsen products, in accordance with applicable regulations and company policies.
• Support the planning and execution of scientific exchange meetings, medical education programs, advisory boards, and congress-related activities.
• Support speaker briefings and scientific discussions for approved educational activities, where appropriate.
• Contribute to the dissemination of relevant scientific information within Ipsen.
• Support scientific publication activities when required.

Cross-functional collaboration

• Work closely with Medical Affairs colleagues, including Medical Advisors, Medical Information, Pharmacovigilance, Regulatory Affairs, Market Access, and Commercial teams.
• Provide field-based scientific input to internal stakeholders to support appropriate planning and execution of medical activities.
• Participate in relevant brand team, medical team, and cross-functional meetings.
• Support internal scientific training when required.
• Escalate safety information, product complaints, and medical inquiries in a timely manner in accordance with applicable SOPs.

Compliance and quality

• Conduct all external interactions in a compliant, ethical, and non-promotional manner.
• Complete all required compliance, pharmacovigilance, and medical training.
• Report adverse events, special situations, and product quality complaints accurately and promptly.
• Maintain accurate documentation of activities, insights, and interactions in relevant systems, including Veeva CRM and Medical Information systems.

Knowledge & Experience

Education / Certifications

• University degree in life sciences, pharmacy, medicine, nursing, or a related scientific discipline required.

Required Experience

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in an MSL, Medical Advisor, clinical research, or other scientific customer-facing role.
• Demonstrated experience in scientific exchange with HCPs or other external medical experts.
• Experience gathering and communicating medical insights.
• Ability and willingness to travel extensively throughout Japan.
• Ability to work independently, manage a nationwide territory, and prioritize activities effectively.
• Strong understanding of pharmaceutical industry compliance requirements.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in Rare Disease, hepatology, gastroenterology, oncology, neurology, or another specialty-care therapeutic area.
• Experience supporting launch readiness or newly launched products.
• Experience with advisory boards, medical education programs, congress activities, or evidence generation.
• Experience engaging with regional and university hospitals across Japan.

Languages

• Native-level Japanese communication skills, including the ability to conduct high-quality scientific discussions with HCPs.
• English: Ability to accurately read and understand scientific literature, clinical study publications, protocols, and medical materials.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English with global stakeholders.

Other Abilities

• Strong scientific literacy and ability to critically evaluate medical literature.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills in Japanese.
• Good planning, prioritization, and territory management skills.
• Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office and CRM systems.
• Willingness to travel frequently, including overnight travel when required.

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