Medical Science Liaison (Saudi National) - Allergan Aesthetics

About the role

Allergan Aesthetics, an AbbVie company, develops, manufactures and markets a portfolio of aesthetics brands including facial injectables, body contouring, plastics and skin care. This Medical Science Liaison position is based in Riyadh and is responsible for current and upcoming Medical Aesthetics portfolios and their indications. It is a non-promotional role focused on giving healthcare professionals fair and balanced scientific information.

Key responsibilities

• Own and drive engagement with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs)
• Lead scientific exchange with healthcare professionals and advise the cross-functional team on future medical activities
• Share feedback on brand strategy and help develop tactical planning with the marketing department
• Contribute to the overall competency of Medical Affairs, including medical-marketing messaging and approval procedures
• Develop and maintain relationships with internal and external customers to provide medical and scientific support
• Execute the Medical Affairs plan for Saudi Arabia and the MEA region, delivering scientific education and training
• Perform field visits with key physicians, organize advisory board meetings, facilitate clinical trials and act as medical resource for stakeholders
• Manage business planning, internal and external training, thought leadership, clinical study feasibility and pharmacovigilance and compliance

Required profile

• Strong preference for an MD or PhD; pharmacists with a master's or bachelor's degree may be considered depending on experience
• Minimum of 2-5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry
• Preferred: specialized expertise in dermatology, plastic surgery or medical aesthetics
• Experience in advisory board management, publications and scientific exchange, and proven ability to build relationships with KOLs
• Good understanding of the local market and of multinational ways of working
• Internal candidates need at least 2 years at AbbVie with a successful track record
• Must be based in Riyadh and willing to travel as necessary

Required skills

• Fluent English, spoken and written
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Strategic thinking and ability to develop and execute country-level plans
• In-depth knowledge of the clinical aspects of medical aesthetics