Medical Science Liaison (MSL) - Phoenix / Denver

Collegium Pharmaceutical is building a leading, diversified biopharmaceutical company committed to improving the lives of people living with serious medical conditions. We have a leading portfolio of responsible pain management and neuropsychiatry medications. POSITION OVERVIEW The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) role is a field-based, non-sales focused position, working with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), Key Decision Makers (KDMs), and Academic Medical Institutions. The MSL will collaborate with Health Care Professionals (HCPs) and KOLs to provide both proactive and reactive medical education to ensure that HCPs have the most up-to-date information.RESPONSIBILITIES Serve as scientific and clinical peer-to-peer expert to external KOLsDevelop and execute KOL engagement strategy by identifying, profiling, cultivating, and successfully maintaining long-term relationshipsCollaborate with HCPs and KOLs on Medical Affairs initiatives including publications, advisory boards, medical education opportunities, training and speaker developmentMaintain accurate reporting and documentation of MSL activitiesInform Collegium medical strategy by capturing targeted clinical insights on new developments, studies, guidelines, or publications related to CNS, psychiatry and related therapeutic areasWork with Director(s) of National Accounts and Market Access colleagues to foster relationships with Managed Care Organizations, Health Systems, and Population Health/Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR) External Experts (EEs) with the goal of improving patient health outcomesProvide competitive intelligence gained through interactions to help shape payor strategyAssist with on-label KOL development, including identification and/or training/coaching of scientific speakers with approved slide decks and materialsWork with commercial as appropriate on new content creation and existing content updated, as well as new and innovative programming ideasREQUIRED LEADERSHIP BEHAVIORS Leadership Behaviors are a core set of behaviors that vary based on Level in the organization categorized under Head, Heart, and Guts.  HeadKnow our BusinessThink CriticallyDecideExecuteHeartCollaborateDevelopCommunicateEmbrace Authenticity GutsBe DisruptiveInnovateEvolveBe TenaciousQUALIFICATIONSAdvanced degree required (PhD, PharmD, MD); MBA, M.Sc. or similar a plus3+ years of experience as MSL required, 5+ years in Pharmaceutical or Biotechnology industry preferredPreferred candidates have well-established networks and active relationships with KOLs, preferably in the CNS communityExperience in a fast-pace pharmaceutical and/or life science environment preferredAdvanced knowledge of pharmacokinetics principles preferredExperience with both field and headquarters protocols and procedures preferredMust understand compliance considerations and demonstrate ability to work compliantly in a field-based role, within the medical organization, as well as across the commercial organizationMust demonstrate a high level of scientific and clinical knowledgeExcellent oral and written scientific communication skillsHas strong initiative and functions well as part of a cross-functional teamExhibits excellent time managementDemonstrates ability to work independently and the adaptability to take on new projects or initiativesMust be a proactive team player, flexible, and abele to work in ambiguous situationsAbility to engage HCPs and inform the execution of our brand and disease-state strategiesAbility to develop and execute educational and engagement strategies Pay Range: $185,000 USD - $230,000 USD Collegium is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of Collegium, in all of its relations with its employees and applicants for employment, to base all employment-related decisions upon valid job-related factors, without regard to age, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, race, color, religion, creed, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to hiring, training, promotion, compensation, disciplinary measures, access to facilities and programs, and all other personnel actions and conditions of employment. By this policy, Collegium seeks to ensure that all employees have the opportunity to make their maximum contribution to Collegium and to their own career goals. This policy provides for an equal employment opportunity program that will simultaneously serve the requirements of society, the law, sound business practices and individual dignity.If you have questions or concerns about equal employment opportunities in the workplace, you are encouraged to bring these issues to the attention of the Head of Human Resources. We will not allow any form of retaliation against employees who raise issues of equal employment opportunity. To ensure our workplace is free of artificial barriers, violation of this policy may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination.