Scholar Rock is a biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops, and delivers life-changing therapies for people with serious diseases that have high unmet need. As a global leader in the biology of the transforming growth factor beta (TGFβ) superfamily of cell proteins and named for the visual resemblance of a scholar rock to protein structures, the clinical-stage company is focused on advancing innovative treatments where protein growth factors are fundamental. Over the past decade, the company has created a pipeline with the potential to advance the standard of care for neuromuscular disease, cardiometabolic disorders, cancer, and other conditions where growth factor-targeted drugs can play a transformational role.
Scholar Rock is the only company to show clinical proof of concept for a muscle-targeted treatment in spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). This commitment to unlocking fundamentally different therapeutic approaches is powered by broad application of a proprietary platform, which has developed novel monoclonal antibodies to modulate protein growth factors with extraordinary selectivity. By harnessing cutting-edge science in disease spaces that are historically under-addressed through traditional therapies, Scholar Rock works every day to create new possibilities for patients. Learn more about the company’s approach at ScholarRock.com and follow @ScholarRock and on LinkedIn.
Summary of Position:
The MSL/Sr MSL role will represent the real time voice of KOL/HCP input related product development opportunities and scientific exchange on pipeline and commercial products; conduct clinical presentations to payer organizations. The ideal candidate will be a strong leader with a proven ability to leverage their high scientific acumen to engaged and educate on scientifically complex concepts and products. The preferred candidate will also have a proven strategic and innovative style combined with a flexible, hands-on nature that works with a high sense of urgency.
Position Responsibilities
Become a SMA and apitegromab medical/clinical/scientific expert
Build and foster relationships with local, regional, and national KOLs and possibly Payers
Effectively deliver medical/clinical/scientific presentations to a diverse external audience
Support clinical development activities, investigator recruitment and education
Development and execution of their Territory Management Plan (TMP) that is aligned with the overall Medical Goals and Plan
Contribute to developing metrics, qualitative and quantitative MSL reports, SOPs/Business Practices for the MSL function
Responding to unsolicited medical information requests submitted by SRRK field teams (eg. Sales and Market Access)
Compliantly partner with Sales and Market Access on high-level regional engagement
Provide internal teams with insights from interactions and discussions with HCPs
Co-create and deliver the MSL training
Provide content development support for MSL materials, alongside the Director of Medical Communications
Contribute to the development of the Global and US Medical Plans for apitegromab in SMA
May be asked to participate in Advisory Board meeting, Advisory Group meetings, speaker trainings, etc.
Coordinate local and regional investigator-initiated research (IIR)
Compliantly manage IIR milestones and objectives
Report on scientific sessions and conduct scientific exchange to unsolicited questions at SRRK medical booths at congresses
May respond to and document unsolicited requests for scientific information
Conduct all activities and responsibilities in accordance with all relevant legal, regulatory and corporate regulations and guidelines, including the Scholar Rock Business Conduct & Ethics, policies and procedures
Candidate Requirements
MD, PharmD, or PhD preferred. Advanced professional degree (NP, PT etc) may be considered for candidates with significant clinical neuromuscular disease experience
Neurology and/or rare disease experience with prior launch experience preferred
Demonstrated knowledge of regulatory, commercial and clinical issues affecting the pharmaceutical industry is critical
Excellent verbal and written communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills are essential
Demonstrated strategic planning, organizational and project management abilities are required
Ability to collaborate in a team environment and partner effectively across geographic areas and cross-functional groups is essential
Experience in at least one “start-up” biopharma company is desirable.
Must be passionate about making a difference with the highest integrity; committed to ethics and scientific standards
Demonstrated ability to work independently yet engage in collaborative decision making to complete tasks in a timely fashion, and function in a rapidly paced environment
Experience with customer relationship management programs a plus
This will be a remote position that will require extensive overnight travel (>50%).
Scholar Rock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
