Company Description
Santen is a specialized life sciences company with a proud 130-year heritage focused exclusively on ophthalmology. As a Japan-originated, global company with a footprint in over 60 countries, we are dedicated to delivering innovative treatments and digital solutions for eye health and addressing vision-related social issues worldwide.
Job Description
Santen is seeking a Medical Science Liaison to join our team in Germany. The role is field-based with a combination of home office work, covering regions around Leipzig, Dresden, and Berlin.
What You Will Do
As a Medical Science Liaison, you will support key medical affairs activities, working closely with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and internal colleagues from Sales & Marketing, Clinical Development, and other Medical Affairs functions.
Responsibilities include:
* Maximize physician awareness of Santen by providing medical expertise and collecting scientific feedback from customers.
* Attend local, national, and international congresses to engage with opinion leaders, observe podium presentations, and stay updated on scientific and therapeutic advances.
* Present data on existing products and new launches to healthcare professionals, including physicians, hospital practitioners, formulary committees, and pharmacists, during hospital meetings and internal conventions.
* Assist in developing scientific educational materials and participate in customer training and internal education programs.
* Support local R&D or Medical Affairs studies as needed.
* Follow GDP guidelines.
Qualifications
What you will bring:
* A university degree in Life Sciences (MD, pharmacist, biologist).
* Proficiency in German (very good) and English (fluent), both written and spoken.
* At least 3 years of experience as an MSL.
* Ability to learn and effectively communicate clinical, scientific, and medical information.
* Strong presentation, communication, and teaching skills, along with business acumen.
* Capability to respond to medical inquiries with accurate and current information.
* Proven ability to build cross-functional relationships in an international environment.
* Open, supportive, team-oriented attitude with influence skills.
* Ability to work independently, creatively, and innovatively.
* Willingness to travel up to 80%.
Additional Information
Join Santen and grow your career. We are committed to being a Social Innovator by addressing social and economic needs of people with visual impairments through our long-term vision, Santen 2030. We promote diversity, inclusion, and flexible working environments. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, ensuring a safe and inclusive workplace for everyone. Please inform us if you require accommodations during the recruitment process.
Seniority level
* Associate
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Research
Industries
* Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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