Associate Director - Medical Science Liaison - GI/Thoracic Oncology - Midwest

Responsibilities

• Provide leading researchers and practitioners with precise scientific and clinical knowledge regarding products, disease states, and standard of care.
• Act as a primary interface between Lilly Medical and Scientific/Clinical Experts (SEs/CEs) to address clinical care gaps and improve patient outcomes.
• Facilitate collaborative research opportunities and partner with clinical development to support study site identification, selection, and recruitment.
• Implement strategic territory plans through a combination of face-to-face and virtual engagement.
• Synthesize and communicate actionable clinical insights to internal Lilly Medical and cross-functional teams.
• Execute all field activities compliantly, adhering to all internal and external governing requirements and laws.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in health sciences (e.g., PharmD, MD, PhD in a medically related field) with 2-3 years of clinically relevant experience.
• OR a Master's or Bachelor's level degree in health sciences (e.g., BSN, RPh, PA, NP) with 5+ years of relevant clinical, research, or industry experience.
• Valid U.S. driver's license and an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to travel up to 80%, including potential weekend commitments.
• Authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis without sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Therapeutic area experience in Gastrointestinal and/or Thoracic Oncology.
• Previous experience in a field-based working environment.
• Familiarity with health systems, academic communities, medical research, and the medical education process.
• Strong presentation, digital, and interpersonal skills, including the ability to engage HCPs virtually.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits.
• Company-sponsored 401(k) and pension programs.
• Vacation benefits and various paid time off options.
• Life insurance, death benefits, and well-being benefits including employee assistance programs.
• Eligibility for company bonus programs based on performance.

About the Company

Eli Lilly and Company is a global healthcare leader dedicated to discovering and bringing life-changing medicines to patients around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, Lilly unites caring with discovery to improve the understanding and management of disease and support communities through philanthropy and volunteerism.