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Deciphera Pharmaceuticals
Medical Science Liaison II, Great Plains
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What they do
A Medical Science Liaison establishes and maintains relationships with leading physicians at academic institutions and clinics. Typically specializes in one medical field in which he/she provide clinical and scientific support related to their company's products and solutions.
$161,217 / year median in Colorado
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Job DescriptionWe're looking for a highly skilled Medical Science Liaison II (MSL II) to serve as a field-based scientific expert within oncology. In this role, you will build and maintain credible, peer-to-peer relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs), clinical investigators, and healthcare professionals, while providing balanced, evidence-based information on our investigational and marketed therapies. You'll play a critical role in gathering clinical insights, supporting research, and ensuring our scientific communications are accurate, compliant, and strategically aligned.
Key ResponsibilitiesEngage with KOLs and external experts to discuss clinical data, emerging research, and disease-state insightsSupport investigator-initiated and company-sponsored studies and represent the company at scientific meetings and congressesDeliver clear, balanced scientific presentations and communicate field insights to internal stakeholdersSummarize key scientific updates and competitive intelligence to inform medical strategy and evidence-generation plansCollaborate cross-functionally with Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, Regulatory, and Commercial teams to support clinical trial feasibility, investigator identification, and educational initiativesEnsure all activities comply with SOPs, PhRMA Code, and global regulatory requirements while staying current on evolving oncology researchContribute to internal training, medical planning, and continuous improvement of field processesQualificationsAdvanced scientific degree (PharmD, PhD, MD, or equivalent)Minimum 10 years of pharma/biotech experience, including at least 3 years as an MSL or in a field medical roleStrong understanding of oncology disease states and emerging therapiesExcellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skillsAbility to distill complex scientific data into clear, actionable insightsAdditional InformationDeciphera is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The base salary pay range for this role is $192,800 - $264,000. Actual compensation packages will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to depth of experience, education, skillset, overall performance and/or location.Deciphera believes in providing a competitive compensation and benefits package to all employees. Our base salary is just one component of Deciphera's competitive total rewards strategy that also includes annual performance bonus, a long-term incentive plan, full range of benefits and other incentive compensation plans (if applicable)
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with company match, and more.
Generous parental leave and family planning benefits.
Outstanding culture and opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Key ResponsibilitiesEngage with KOLs and external experts to discuss clinical data, emerging research, and disease-state insightsSupport investigator-initiated and company-sponsored studies and represent the company at scientific meetings and congressesDeliver clear, balanced scientific presentations and communicate field insights to internal stakeholdersSummarize key scientific updates and competitive intelligence to inform medical strategy and evidence-generation plansCollaborate cross-functionally with Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, Regulatory, and Commercial teams to support clinical trial feasibility, investigator identification, and educational initiativesEnsure all activities comply with SOPs, PhRMA Code, and global regulatory requirements while staying current on evolving oncology researchContribute to internal training, medical planning, and continuous improvement of field processesQualificationsAdvanced scientific degree (PharmD, PhD, MD, or equivalent)Minimum 10 years of pharma/biotech experience, including at least 3 years as an MSL or in a field medical roleStrong understanding of oncology disease states and emerging therapiesExcellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skillsAbility to distill complex scientific data into clear, actionable insightsAdditional InformationDeciphera is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The base salary pay range for this role is $192,800 - $264,000. Actual compensation packages will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to depth of experience, education, skillset, overall performance and/or location.Deciphera believes in providing a competitive compensation and benefits package to all employees. Our base salary is just one component of Deciphera's competitive total rewards strategy that also includes annual performance bonus, a long-term incentive plan, full range of benefits and other incentive compensation plans (if applicable)
Benefits:
Competitive salary and annual bonus.Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with company match, and more.
Generous parental leave and family planning benefits.
Outstanding culture and opportunities for personal and professional growth.