Senior Medical Science Manager North UK

Why Join Us?
Be a hero for our rare disease patients
At Ultragenyx, we fundamentally believe that taking real impactful action to care for the needs of patients and our people is always the right thing to do. To achieve this goal, our vision is to lead the future of rare disease medicine. For us, this means going where other biopharma companies won’t go – challenging the status quo and creating a new model that advances our field so more patients and caregivers can benefit from life-changing treatments. We do this by following the science, applying a novel rapid development approach, making innovative medicines at fair and reasonable prices, and creating a collaborative ecosystem to reach patients in ways that are most meaningful for them.
Our commitment and care for patients extends to our people, so culture is an essential cornerstone for Ultragenyx. We remain continuously focused on creating a supportive and inclusive environment of profound learning and growth – so employees can thrive in all areas of their lives, in and outside of work. Ultimately, we want to be an organization where we would be proud for our family, friends and children to work.
If you want to have a meaningful impact, do the best work of your career, and grow a lot, both professionally and personally, come join our team.
Position Summary:
ultraimpact – Make a difference for those who need it most
As Senior Medical Science Manager (Sr. MSM) you are responsible for developing and enhancing professional relationships with medical thought leaders involved in various phases of product development, as well as key medical organisations including treatment centres of excellence and established societies and associations in the UK. You provide medical information through scientific exchange in a fair balanced manner and provide clinical/scientific support to the company. These are field-based services and require professionals with established personal and scientific credibility to interact with thought leaders and centres of excellence. You will support Ultragenyx products in development and commercialised brands in the UK.
Work Model:
Field: Officially documented as working as a member of the Ultragenyx field team, generally interacting with third parties on behalf of Ultragenyx.
Responsibilities:
Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) engagement and management: identify, establish, and maintain scientific relationships with KOLs; connecting to KOL in academic and community centres
Uncover KOL insights on existing or emerging science with the potential to impact patient care
Act as primary liaison to HCPs interested in developing projects with Ultragenyx, explore medical practices and specificities, and share with the local team
Support the local ISTs and CUs follow-up
Contribute to the elaboration of the local medical affairs plan with the Medical Affairs Director, and execute the plan - in alignment with regional and national plans
Perform activities to increase awareness of the rare diseases of Ultragenyx interest
Provide medical information in response to unsolicited questions in academic, community, and healthcare provider settings
Provide clinical presentations, information updates, scientific support at medical congresses or for any appropriate educational initiatives
Collaborate with the Clinical Operations team to support our clinical development program and the team locally (e.g., in identifying appropriate clinical trial sites, in connecting with investigators in ongoing studies…), if required
Ensure “local” literature review on a regular basis; summarise key messages for internal use
Contribute to the medical training of the local sales team and bring medical support as needed
Works autonomously to organise and prioritise one’s own work schedule
Accountable for individual territory management
Proactively and consistently delivers on commitments, prioritises time, actions, and resources to meet goals despite obstacles and setbacks
Participation in regular meetings with the Manager and local team
Ensure all activities are compliant with company policies and SOPs