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Clinical Science Liaison

Posted 2 days ago

  • London, Greater London
  • Any
  • External
About Vicore Pharma
Vicore Pharma is an innovative, clinical-stage pharmaceutical company unlocking the potential of a new class of drugs, angiotensin II type 2 receptor agonists (ATRAGs), for pulmonary diseases.
With our unique expertise in the ATRAG biology and holistic approach in diseases where the angiotensin II type 2 receptor has a central role in stopping and reversing disease pathology, we fuel our pipeline with several assets with long patent life for a variety of diseases. Our lead candidate drug,
buloxibutid
, is currently in development for a phase 2b clinical trial (ASPIRE) in idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF).
Vicore is a lean and agile organization with highly experienced team members spanning early asset development to commercialization and patient access. Our success as a company depends on our ability to attract and retain qualified people who are highly engaged, embrace change and enjoy a fast-paced environment. All employees are equally important to turn the Vicore ambition into reality.
The position:
Vicore is rapidly growing and aims to strengthen our Medical Affairs team by hiring an English speaking
Clinical Science Liaison (CSL)
based in the United Kingdom covering the United Kingdom, with a potential to cover further European countries depending on language proficiency. This is a full-time, field-based position that requires approximately 70% travel to manage assigned territory.
The position will act as a liaison between external and internal stakeholders, while supporting the objectives of the company. The CSL will help develop and implement the field medical engagement plan, and in this position will be regarded as an expert in IPF/ILD. As an organization, we value trust, integrity, and an open, friendly, and informal atmosphere – the success of Vicore depends on close collaborations within the team and valuable contributions from every team member.
Key responsibilities:
Co-develop, manage and implement the European field medical engagement plan for scientific exchanges with KOLs to support the company’s objectives and priorities
Establish and maintain relationships with KOLs, Patient Advocacy Organizations and patient registry groups in the IPF/ILD field
Lead site initiation visits for the Phase 2b ASPIRE trial and keep sites motivated and engaged throughout the study period; accelerate enrollment of patients through referrals and awareness initiatives
Work closely with the CRO and trial specialized vendors (e.g., spirometry) to ensure optimization of data quality
Work in alignment with the Clinical Operations team to engage with current and potential study investigators in support of clinical trial activities
Maintain up-to-date clinical, scientific and technical expertise in IPF/ILD through literature review and other related learning activities and support identification and execution of education opportunities
Maintain current knowledge of ongoing competitor trials and assist in gathering of competitive intelligence
Assist in the development of scientific materials as needed for effective scientific exchange and education
Engage in discussions with existing and potential R&D collaborators
Share actionable insights with the team and execute appropriate Medical Affairs strategy in response to internal and external stakeholder needs
Attendance at scientific and patient congresses to engage with KOLs, Patient Advocacy Organizations and other relevant stakeholders
Comprehension and compliance with European field medical standards, policies and laws to ensure the strictest requirements are met, and that scientific information is shared in an accurate, fair and balanced manner
Your qualifications:
Scientific degree is required - PhD, PharmD, or MD
Knowledge and experience in IPF/ILD are essential and an established network of relationships with IPF/ILD experts is strongly preferred
Involvement in previous clinical trials that have utilized centralized spirometry is ideal
Experience in site identification, site start-up, enrollment and conduct of Ph2 and Ph3 clinical trials
Clear understanding of specific clinical practices and healthcare systems related to European patient care
Previous Medical Affairs experience (≥3 years preferred, e.g. CSL/MSL) in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry
Working knowledge of protocol and clinical drug development processes, clinical study design, study planning and management
Ability to communicate information clearly and lead interactions/presentations in scientific and clinical settings
Ability to personalize communication and present complex information to meet audience requirements (e.g., KOLs, Patient Advocacy Organization leaders, etc.)
Critical thinker and proactive problem-solver who can collaborate across multiple projects to achieve objectives and meet deadlines
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where tasks and objectives are frequently re-prioritized
Personal attributes:
Motivated self-starter with strong organizational and multi-tasking skills
Strong interpersonal, communication and relationship management skills
Proven project management/leadership proficiency
Excellent problem-solving skills and a “can-do” attitude
Proactive, enthusiastic work ethic, functioning both independently and in a team setting
Open-minded, collaborative and easy to work with
Additional European language skill is a plus
Eligibility Requirements:
Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United Kingdom.
Location:
This full-time position is 100% field-based (with 70% travel), and geographically covers the United Kingdom plus potentially other European countries, depending on language proficiency with opportunities to attend international conferences. Vicore is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden with an office in Copenhagen, Denmark and Cambridge, USA. The company’s shares (VICO) are listed on Nasdaq Stockholm’s main market (for more information about Vicore, see ).
Reporting to:
Chief Engagement Officer