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. We are seeking a Medical Science Liaison to join our team in the Makkah region, covering Jeddah and Makkah. This full-time role requires 2-5 years of experience and is instrumental in providing scientific support to our field teams, Medical Affairs, and external Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs).

Role Purpose

The Medical Science Liaison will enhance Sobi's reputation with Healthcare Professionals (HCPs) by delivering essential medical information that benefits patients. This position involves close collaboration with the MENAT field team, regional head office Medical Affairs team, and key external stakeholders to ensure high-quality scientific engagement.

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.
• Organize and set up scientific advisory boards with appropriate key stakeholders.
• Work with local patient access teams 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 local and regional activities.
• Provide local and regional feedback to the regional office during Business Development Due Diligence and competitor analysis.
• Provide 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 stakeholders and customers.
• Ensure ongoing completion of all required initial and ongoing training in local regulations and policies, and adherence to those.
• 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/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.

Qualifications and Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in a medical field (Pharmacy, Medicine) is required. A postgraduate university degree in a medical field is desired.

• Work Experience:

  • 4+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
  • 2+ years of experience as an MSL.
  • Experience within GCC markets, including Saudi Arabia, is a plus.
  • Experience in Endocrinology, Lipidology, and Metabolic therapy areas is desired.

Required Skills and Attributes

• Personal Attributes: Demonstrated adherence to Sobi core values: Care, Ownership, Urgency, Partnership, and Ambition.

• Critical Competencies:

  • Effective and influential oral presentations within the healthcare profession.
  • Strong communication and negotiation skills.
  • Excellent collaborative and organizational skills.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in the Makkah region, covering Jeddah and Makkah. The role involves working within a team dedicated to improving the lives of patients with rare diseases.