Medical Science Liaison

About Sobi and the Role

Sobi - Swedish Orphan Biovitrum AB (publ) is dedicated to developing and delivering innovative therapies for people living with rare diseases. The company's approach is centered on its team and commitment to patients. This full-time Medical Science Liaison role is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and requires 2-5 years of experience.

Role Purpose and Context

The Medical Science Liaison provides scientific support to the MENAT field team, the regional head office Medical Affairs team, and external Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs). This position is instrumental in establishing and enhancing the company’s reputation with Healthcare Professionals (HCPs) by delivering necessary medical information for patient benefit.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and maintain collaborative relationships with KOLs, scientific experts, and other medical scientific stakeholders.
• Share information with field and head-office teams regarding communications with KOLs.
• Deliver high-quality medical and scientific communications in line with defined corporate and Business Unit communication plans.
• Create and execute center of excellence engagement plans.
• Support affiliate’s Medical and cross-functional teams in developing local medical tactics and provide input to regional plans as relevant.
• Organize and set up scientific advisory boards with appropriate key stakeholders.
• Work with the local patient access team and in coordination with the HQ patient access function to support local market access, pricing, and reimbursement.
• Contribute to and support medical scientific aspects in various activities locally and regionally.
• Provide local and regional feedback to the regional office when performing Business Development Due Diligence and competitor analysis.
• Deliver input to regional office-led medical programs ahead of launch.
• Attend relevant local, regional, and global congresses and symposiums to represent Sobi and interact with appropriate stakeholders and customers.
• Ensure ongoing completion of all required initial and ongoing training in local regulations and policies, and adherence to those regulations and policies.
• In coordination with the Medical Director and MSM: Propose, implement, and monitor the regional medical action plan (Strategic & Operational), including Phase 3 or 4 studies, investigator studies, post-authorization studies, and promotional and educational medical projects.
• Provide proactive and timely input into Brand Strategy, plan, and budget.
• Respond to medical questions from customers and company colleagues.
• Ensure initial and continued medical training of field teams and other Sobi internal employees.
• Validate team’s medical information.
• Work with field teams on public relations or symposia with healthcare professionals.
• Liaise with patient advocacy groups.

Experience and Qualifications

• 2-5 years of relevant professional experience.
• Demonstrated ability to engage with Key Opinion Leaders and scientific experts.
• Strong understanding of medical and scientific communication principles.
• Knowledge of local regulations and policies related to medical affairs.

Work Environment and Location

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role involves collaboration with both field and head office teams, as well as external stakeholders, contributing to a dynamic work environment focused on patient benefit.