Medical Science Liaison/Sr. Medical Science Liaison - CorMedix Inc.

Territory includes: Ohio, Michigan, Pennsylvania

Why CorMedix?

If you are interested in joining an entrepreneurial team, focused on bringing life-saving therapies to market for critical unmet medical needs, consider applying for a role at CorMedix.  The culture at CorMedix is patient-centered where we feel a sense of urgency to solve some of the most pressing issues in hospital-based healthcare.

CorMedix’s greatest asset is our people. We have a deeply experienced team and continue to bring on some of the brightest talent that can problem solve and execute with high-precision. We are passionate about the work we do and how we do it. We believe in building highly engaged teams that exude integrity, open communication, and innovation. We believe in fostering each employee to reach their highest potential by offering an inclusive environment, opportunities to challenge yourself and grow, and a community of purpose.  We expect that everyone here brings their best selves to work and together, our singular efforts culminate into profound and meaningful breakthroughs.

Company Description:

CorMedix Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing therapeutic products for the prevention and treatment of life-threatening conditions and diseases. The Company is focused on developing its lead product DefenCath®, a novel, non-antibiotic antimicrobial solution designed to prevent costly and life-threatening bloodstream infections associated with the use of central venous catheters in patients undergoing chronic hemodialysis. DefenCath has been designated by FDA as Fast Track and as a Qualified Infectious Disease Product (QIDP), and the original New Drug Application (NDA) received priority review in recognition of its potential to address an unmet medical need. DefenCath was approved by the FDA on November 15, 2023 and the Company has indicated an estimated initial launch in 1Q 2024. CorMedix also intends to develop DefenCath as a catheter lock solution for use in other patient populations, and the Company is working with top-tier researchers to develop taurolidine-based therapies for rare pediatric cancers.

Position:

Reporting to the Vice President, Medical Affairs, the MSL / Sr. MSL will help drive the success of CorMedix's clinical programs by engaging and developing relationships with key decision-makers and medical experts in the inpatient space to:

1. Facilitate program success by uncovering how and where patients are being treated, understanding the diagnostic and treatment journey for patients
2. Conduct fair and balanced scientific exchange with health care practitioners in clinics and at medical congresses, including capturing clinical and scientific insights to help inform clinical development programs and gather information about the competitive landscape
3. Support dissemination of scientific and clinical information within the patient advocacy community.

The MSL team is critical at this exciting stage for CorMedix as we move into successful launch planning. As the field medical face of CorMedix, this MSL / Sr. MSL role is essential in collaborating with, and incorporating the perspective of, external experts in our product program. Access to a major airport is highly desired.

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Serve as scientific resource to disease experts and medical community with up-to-date relevant medical information and product information.
• Identify and develop key medical experts and develop strong relationships with thought leaders in inpatient Nephrology, infection prevention and pharmacy; identify P&T Committee members
• Respond to requests for medical information in the region; ensure that an accurate and fair-balanced response is provided consistent with company compliance training.
• Gather clinical insights and information about the population and treatment landscape for each disease state with timely communication to and alignment with internal partners, including core and sub-teams, to facilitate successful design and implementation of clinical programs.
• Work with colleagues on initiatives including publications, investigator sponsored research, advisory boards, symposia, and presentations.
• Serve as a scientific resource at key medical and scientific conferences, and liaise with patient advocacy groups as needed
• Provide engaging and informative presentations upon request
• Develop expertise and in depth understanding our disease states, products, competitors, marketplace, related medical areas and regulatory guidelines to be able to effectively present clinical data to inform physicians, payers and internal partners.

CorMedix anticipates initiating additional studies in multiple indications. The MSL / Sr. MSL will also:

• Enhance clinical trial enrollment through identifying PIs, educating about protocols and facilitating relationships between PIs and Clinical Operations, and assisting with start-up activities as needed.
• Educate physicians about our clinical trials, identifying potential clinical trial and referral centers and partnering cross-functionally to successfully execute clinical trials

Skills & Requirements:

• Track record of effective internal cross-functional collaboration.
• Ability to develop and execute on a robust territory business plan.
• Clinical and Commercial stage experience, including pre and post launch.
• History of delivering within and adapting to nimbleness of a small company.
• Willingness to travel ~60-70%, with international travel at times when conditions allow.

Qualifications:

• PhD/ PharmD/MD/DO/MSN or PA/NP with an advanced degree, with 1+ years MSL experience preferred and 1-5+ years within an academic, healthcare system, or industry setting (preferably in infectious disease, nephrology, acute care). Experience in epidemiology and health economics (related to renal disease/HD/ID) is a plus.
• Nephrology, Infectious Disease or Pharmacy background required
• Self-starter with experience building a territory from scratch, including identifying treating physicians, understanding population and treatment landscapes, and developing strong relationships.
• Success working in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication, listening, and presentation skills to be able to effectively communicate medical information, answer highly technical questions and bring detailed questions and information back to internal teams.

EEO Statement: 

CorMedix is an equal opportunity employer. The Company is committed to providing a safe, respectful, and professional work environment that is free from all forms of unlawful discrimination, harassment (including sexual harassment), and retaliation, and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting such conduct. CorMedix does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital/civil union/domestic partner status, family or parental status, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.