The Surgical Science Liaison serves as the bridge between our organization's scientific initiatives and key stakeholders. This role provides executive-level scientific partnership to Principal Investigators (PIs) and research sites. This role translates complex scientific data between R&D, Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), Clinical Affairs, and Marketing to drive innovation and ensure scientific accuracy in all communications, both written and oral. The SSL will be called on to draft and edit scientific publications, work with the Trial Council to refine protocol proposals, engage with the medical community regarding proposals for scientific studies and actively present, persuade, and defend technology with a comprehensive understanding of published data.

This role is a full-time remote role with dedicated time in either our Arlington, VA or Minneapolis, MN office, reporting to the Director of Clinical Development. While this role can be remote, we are looking for someone who can be in our Minneapolis, MN or Arlington, VA offices frequently.

Major Areas of Accountability

Lead study design discussions with Health Care Providers (HCPs) and Clinical Development team for Randomized-Controlled Trials (RCTs) and Investigator-Initiated Studies (IISs)
Manage manuscript writing process and submission process, contribute to the writing process and support medical professionals involved in the writing process
Facilitate site training for RCTs and IISs, provide overall study design support
Develop and maintain relationships with HCPs and Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) to gather scientific insights for Clinical Development studies and key strategic initiatives
Identify and evaluate research ideas from the field, conducting preliminary analysis before presenting to clinical development teams
Translate complex research findings into accessible training materials for medical affairs and sales teams
Partner with Marketing to ensure scientific accuracy and integrity in core messaging
Synthesize scientific data to support development of educational content and materials
Stay current with scientific developments in relevant therapeutic areas
Represent the company at scientific conferences and professional meetings
Facilitate scientific exchange between external experts and internal teams
Provide scientific expertise to cross-functional teams when needed
Work cross-functionally between R&D, Clinical Development, Medical Education & Marketing departments
Anticipated travel: 50%

Kerecis employees are required to conduct business to the highest ethical and professional standards; comply with applicable laws and regulations, the Advamed Code of Ethics on Interactions with Healthcare Professionals, and company policies
Other job duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications

Advanced scientific degree in relevant scientific field (e.g., life sciences, biochemistry, pharmacology, or related discipline) from an accredited college or university
Knowledge of surgical anatomy, and surgical procedures with tissue-based medical devices
Understanding of and experience in writing clinical study protocols
Strong understanding of scientific research methodologies and clinical development processes
Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills
Superior communication abilities, with talent for translating complex scientific concepts for diverse audiences
Demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships with researchers and healthcare professionals
Willingness and ability to write, review, edit and guide publications to demonstrate the scientific product benefits
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
Ability to synthesize information from multiple sources and to utilize that to write compelling scientific publications
Ability to boil down key publication takeaways into key talking points for sales and Medical Affairs team

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s or Ph.D. in relevant scientific field (e.g., life sciences, biochemistry, pharmacology, or related discipline) from an accredited college or university
2+ years of experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical device industry
Experience working with physicians, Key Opinion Leaders and other medical professionals within the relevant field
Familiarity with statistical analysis and design experience for research studies

Base Salary Range: $103,000 - $150,000

This job description is intended to set forth the core functions required for this position and describe the general nature of the work to be performed. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job. Job duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be supplemented at any time as necessary. Kerecis is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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