Contract, US Medical Information and Review Specialist

PTC Therapeutics is a global commercial biopharmaceutical company. For over 25 years our team has been deeply committed to a unified purpose: Extending life's moments for children and adults living with a rare disease.

At PTC, we cultivate an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join our team, fostering a strong sense of belonging.

Visit our website to learn more about our company and culture!
Site: www.ptcbio.com

Essential Functions

Primary duties/responsibilities:

• Provides second-line expertise for inquiries escalated from the medical information call center. Conduct literature searches in response to unique medical inquiries and writes custom responses as needed.
• Contributes towards inquiry metric reports for specified reporting period; highlighting trends and identifying needs and solutions as appropriate to help meet inquirer needs. Ensures accuracy of reported information.
• Generates enquiry "standard response" and "frequently asked questions" documents, incorporating local preferences when needed, whilst ensuring the core consistency of responses.
• Suggests improvements to processes, systems and tools for sharing knowledge within medical services, and throughout the organization.
• Member of medical and promotional review teams responsible for the review of claim substantiation; references for medical accuracy; data robustness; fair balance and scientific rigor. Interprets medical literature to assist in the production of effective and compliant communication and promotional messages.
• Identifies and informs management of any issues that may jeopardize PTC's products or business.
• Attends medical and scientific congresses and answering questions at medical booths.
• Keeps abreast of developments (e.g. local legislation and regulations), new technology and the competitive environment.
• Provides medical/scientific alerts to internal colleagues in a timely manner, following business or development relevant publications.
• Participates in meetings to increase awareness of medical information services and available information.
• Contributes to specific allocated medical services projects.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES REQUIRED

* Minimum level of education and years of relevant work experience.

• Bachelor's degree in pharmacy or scientific discipline and minimum of 3 years' experience of medical information and medical review in the pharmaceutical industry

* Special knowledge or skills needed and/or licenses or certificates required.

• In-depth working knowledge of relevant pharmaceutical industry codes and legislation relevant to medical information.
• Demonstrated expertise in drug information communication and management.
• Extensive knowledge of information retrieval and dissemination processes and medical information systems and databases.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, as required, in a fast-paced, matrixed, team environment consisting of internal and external team members.
• Analytical thinker with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent planning, organization and time management skills, including the ability to support and prioritize multiple projects.

*Special knowledge or skills and/or licenses or certificates preferred.

• Advanced degree (Pharm D, PhD, Masters).
• Experience in orphan/rare disease research.

* Travel requirements

• 10%
• Hybrid/Remote based position

Expected Hourly Range:

$59-$75/hour. The hourly salary offered will be contingent on assessment of candidate education level, background, and experience relative to the requirements of the position they are being considered for, as well as review of internal equity.

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EEO Statement:

PTC Therapeutics is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, age, physical characteristics, social origin, disability, religion, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, veteran status or any unlawful criterion under applicable law. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and avoiding discrimination.

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