Job Description

About AbbVie

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.

Therapeutic area: Oncology.

This position covers operations across the entire country.

Preferred candidates' locations: Central Poland (Warszawa, Łódź).

The pipeline Medical Science Liaison (pMSL) is a field-based scientific expert dedicated to facilitating scientific dialogue and supporting the scientific, clinical and business objectives of a designated therapeutic area, with a strong focus on clinical research and enterprise critical studies globally. The MSL role embodies our unified R&D approach by fostering seamless collaboration with local Clinical Site Management (CSM) teams, especially Clinical Research Associates (CRAs). This integrated approach ensures the alignment of scientific vision and operational execution, enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of pipeline development and acceleration.

The role emphasizes strong engagement with investigators, healthcare professionals, and key scientific institutions to elevate AbbVie's scientific credibility and support clinical research and development of investigational products and compounds. The MSL serves as a conduit of information to a cross functional External Experts (EE) regarding AbbVie’s investigational products, and compounds in development, in a strictly scientific, non-promotional manner, and in full compliance with applicable laws and regulations, guidelines, code of conduct, AbbVie’s policies and procedures and accepted standards of best practice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Scientific Expertise and Communication:
  • Ensure a strong medical and scientific presence for AbbVie in investigational sites and key scientific centers.
  • Serve as a scientific expert within designated therapeutic areas, facilitating the effective communication of AbbVie's scientific information.
  • Deliver credible presentations on scientific matters and AbbVie’s pipeline to clinical investigators and stakeholders.
• Clinical Trial and Cross-Functional Support:
  • Engage with clinical trial sites to Understand enrollment and screening barriers and work with the site to find potential solutions/mitigation strategies.
  • Collaborate closely with CSM, CDO, Clinical Development and other affiliate medical department members to support AbbVie-led clinical trials.
  • Actively participate in cross-functional collaboration with Medical Managers, Medical Advisors, Market Access, Health Economics and other relevant teams to integrate scientific insights into AbbVie's pipeline development programs.
  • Participate in country and site feasibility and selection process to help identify qualified EE to participate in AbbVie clinical program and to collaborate with Medical Affairs activities such as advisory boards, steering committees, congresses, symposia, etc.
• Relationship Management:
  • Provide scientific, business acumen and technical leadership to establish and maintain professional, credible relationships with investigators and thought leaders to facilitate potential research collaborations and educational efforts.
  • Act as the primary contact for investigator-initiated study ideas and support interactions with both local and global medical teams.
• Field Intelligence and Collaboration:
  • Collect and communicate field intelligence regarding competitive activities and investigator insights related to AbbVie’s clinical trials.
  • Maintain a high level of interaction with internal and external stakeholders to support scientific dialogue and promote AbbVie's strategic objectives.
  • Identify and communicate potential opportunities for partnering on new assets, unique treatment approaches, novel targets, etc.
• Regulatory and Compliance:
  • Ensure all activities are conducted in compliance with relevant laws, guidelines, and AbbVie’s policies.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in health sciences or clinical discipline required (e.g., PharmD, MD, PhD or MSc). Candidates with an undergraduate degree and significant relevant experience may be considered.
• Minimum 1-2 years relevant experience in medical affairs, clinical research, or a similar role.
• Demonstrated expertise in the aligned therapeutic area, scientific methods, clinical research & development and current regulatory requirements.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with proficiency in scientific storytelling.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain strong collaborative relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a cross functional team and in matrix environment.
• Fluent in Polish and English.
• Strong commitment to compliance with the relevant rules and procedures, and to scientific quality and integrity.

Additional Information

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community.  Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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