Medical Scientific Liaison & Application Specialist - Contrast-Enhanced Ultrasound
GE Healthcare
Job Description Summary
As a Medical Scientific Liaison (MSL), you will be the medical expert in the field focused on engagement with healthcare providers to provide fair & balanced scientific education on appropriate use of contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) understanding its diagnostic landscape. You will engage in scientific exchange with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) providing accurate product and Care Area related information, provide healthcare professionals (HCPs) with scientific, evidence-based communication and education and respond to information inquiries. You will additionally provide medical support to external projects, such as advisory boards, educational activities, clinical study support, etc. As the MSL, you will be responsible for cultivating relationships while conveying clinical outcomes about radiopharmaceutical and contrast media agents via evidence based and non-promotional scientific based activities.As an Application Specialist (AS) you will provide technical assistance in ultrasound to understand the variations in imaging with CEUS (microbubbles) and how to adapt the parameters of the equipment, the use of the probe, and the reading of the images when this contrast agent is used on different clinical situations (different organs, different diseases).
Our Pharmaceutical Diagnostics (PDx) business is a global leader in imaging agents, used to improve and enhance the images that clinicians use to diagnose and monitor disease.
Job Description
Responsibilities
Scientifically engage with KOLs to educate in the GEHC CEUS, while providing technical advice
Communicate clinical/scientific insights as well as research concepts from KOLs back to Medical Affairs members within the organization for further evaluation
Strategically support the development and execution of peri-launch product initiatives, commercialization, and life cycle management (LCM) of company products through research endeavors, education, scientific exchange, and clinical support with key stakeholders and medical experts
Represent GEHC at regional and national scientific conferences; actively contribute to conference planning, scientific session coverage and development of scientific summary subsequent to conferences
With oversight from Global Medical Lead, provide support to unsolicited investigator sponsored research proposals as well as Company sponsored research
Present abstracts/posters and other related medical content at regional and national meetings when applicable
Participate in identification and training support of participants in the Company’s speaker’s bureau members, when applicable
Timely processing of all reported adverse events, must fully understand the adverse event reporting (Pharmacovigilance) standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Demonstrate full awareness of and compliance with all SOPs and applicable laws and regulations as they apply to this job type/position. Proactively identify and report any quality or compliance concerns and take immediate action as required
Participate in preparation and delivery of training materials to support new and existing medical staff
Provide medical expertise and support to projects such as advisory boards, educational activities, clinical study support as necessary
Occasional weekend or extended work hours may be required
Requires ability to travel in excess of 70% of the time; approximately 3-4 of 5 working days
Qualifications and Requirements
- Master’s or PhD degree in relevant engineering or science discipline (PhD preferred) with substantial experience in medical ultrasound research and/or product development (Biomedical/Medical Engineering, Medical Ultrasound, Ultrasound Contrast Agents)
- Expertise in ultrasound physics, signal and image processing, numerical modeling, and algorithm development
- Experience in image quality optimization is preferred
- Demonstrated ability to lead and influence a highly technical group
- Excellent oral and written communication skills for multiple levels of an organization
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative, and agile environment with minimal direction
- Working knowledge of relevant medical device regulations and guidance (e.g., ISO 13485, ISO 14971, IEC 62304, IEC 60601)
- Experience delivering professional presentations through listed lectures or evidence of teaching
- Comfortable engaging in scientific interactions, providing education, and generating and leading social scientific gatherings
- Ability to travel in excess of 70% of the time; approximately 3-4 of 5 working days across the European Union and the United Kingdom
- Fluent in English, multilingual is preferred
- Living in any area of the European Union or the United Kingdom close to a major aviation hub
- Demonstrated Passion for Change
Inclusion and Diversity
GE HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer where inclusion matters. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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Total Rewards
Our total rewards are designed to unlock your ambition by giving you the boost and flexibility you need to turn your ideas into world-changing realities. Our salary and benefits are everything you’d expect from an organization with global strength and scale, and you’ll be surrounded by career opportunities in a culture that fosters care, collaboration and support.
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Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No