Medical Science Liaison at Legend Biotech

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

Legend Biotech Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Biotechnology, Pharmaceuticals, OncologyIndustries

Requirements

  • Live within assigned field-based territory (Southeast: LA, AL, MS, GA) or within a 30-minute commute from the nearest territory border, focusing on both community and academic sites
  • Excellent oral presentation and communication skills for clinical presentations and information delivery to academic and community healthcare providers in group and one-on-one settings

Responsibilities

  • Identify KOLs within the assigned territory and establish and maintain scientific relationships with KOLs in both academic and community institutions
  • Execute activities at the assigned territory level in full alignment with Medical Affairs strategies and tactics
  • Assist in the oversight of Legend Biotech sponsored clinical trial sites, including site identification, patient accrual discussions, site initiation or feasibility, and serve as the primary field-based point of contact between investigators and members of the Legend Biotech Medical Affairs and Clinical Development teams; addressing AE management and education as needed
  • Collaborate with cross-functional partners, including those part of strategic alliances
  • Assist with implementation and engagement of key opinion leader participation in advisory boards, consultant meetings, and other scientific meetings
  • Collect and communicate clinical insights and intelligence on the market environment, clinical strategies, competition, and other developments relevant to Legend Biotech's success
  • Represent and support Legend Biotech at Hematology/Oncology scientific meetings including congresses, symposia, advisory boards, and investigator meetings; interpret and report findings with recommendations for action to relevant internal stakeholders
  • Serve as the primary local point of contact for investigators and their research staff who may participate in company sponsored and investigator initiated clinical trials
  • Provide clinical presentations and information delivery to academic and community healthcare providers in both group and one-on-one settings
  • Relay important medical insights to key Legend Biotech stakeholders as gathered from field interactions
  • Engage identified key opinion leaders (KOLs) and other healthcare professionals (HCPs) through high-level scientific support for research activities, publications, education, consulting, and other Medical Affairs initiatives
  • Provide credible, compliant, fair-balanced, and ethical scientific exchange with members of the healthcare community, consistent with the direction and focus defined by the Legend Biotech Medical Affairs team
  • Provide direct education for healthcare professionals treating oncology patients on clinical data, adverse event management, and mechanism of action for commercial and pipeline assets

Skills

KOL Engagement
Scientific Exchange
Medical Affairs
Oncology
Multiple Myeloma
CAR-T Therapy
Immunotherapy
Adverse Event Management
Clinical Data Education
Mechanism of Action

Legend Biotech

Develops and commercializes cell therapies

About Legend Biotech

Legend Biotech develops and commercializes cell therapies aimed at treating serious diseases, particularly cancers like hematological malignancies and solid tumors. Their approach is technology agnostic, allowing them to explore various methods to find effective treatments. The company operates in the personalized medicine sector, focusing on discovering, developing, and bringing new therapies to market. They generate revenue through licensing and selling their therapies, including CAR-T therapies, which involve modifying a patient's cells to combat cancer. Legend Biotech emphasizes transparency with investors, regularly updating them on financial results and business developments.

Franklin Township, New JerseyHeadquarters
2014Year Founded
$146.4MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Remote Work Options

Risks

Increased competition from Amgen's Imdelltra may impact CAR-T therapy focus.
Collaboration with Multiply Labs may face technological challenges, delaying production timelines.
Financial strain from new R&D facility could affect operational focus if advancements lag.

Differentiation

Legend Biotech focuses on novel cell therapies for oncology, including CAR-T and NK cells.
The company is technology agnostic, exploring multiple platforms for effective cancer treatments.
Legend Biotech's CARVYKTI® is the first BCMA-targeted CAR-T therapy approved for second-line use.

Upsides

Recent FDA and European approvals for CARVYKTI® expand its market reach in multiple myeloma.
New R&D facility in Philadelphia boosts innovation in next-generation cell therapies.
Alan Bash's appointment could accelerate CARVYKTI®'s growth and market penetration.

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