Job Description

For over 90 years, Topcons vision has been to solve societal challenges around the globe. In healthcare, we are developing innovations that improve patients health and quality of life.

We empower eye care providers with advanced imaging, diagnostic solutions, and intelligent data technology. Our robotic devices deliver simplicity without compromise, by capturing clear images with the push of a button.

By joining Topcon Healthcare, you become part of a growing, diverse, global team. With office locations throughout North America, whether you are on-site, remote, or hybrid, our culture empowers you to contribute to company and personal success each day. At Topcon Healthcare, you can grow your career, gain new perspectives, and help address societys most pressing challenges. If you have drive, passion, and a desire to be part of a collaborative team, we want to hear from you.

At Topcon Healthcare, we dont wait for the future. We invent it. Join us.

Learn more about working with us at topconcareers.com

Medical Science Liaison (MSL)

The MSL in the Medical Affairs organization is a hybrid position focusing primarily on the Americas Market West Primary Eye Care.

The MSL identifies market needs in Optometry and Ophthalmology to drive the clinical concept of Healthcare from the Eye, which leverages ocular data and advanced analytics to improve the clinical outcomes of patients battling ophthalmic and systemic diseases.

This role also supports the development of new clinical applications and educational materials related to the Topcon Healthcare product portfolio for Ophthalmology and Oculomics. The MSL works closely with clinicians and researchers to ensure that company products and technology prototypes get visibility in the market through scientific presentations and publications. This position also takes ownership of executing Topcon Healthcares medical education and training programs for internal and external stakeholders.

The candidate must be located on the West Coast near a major airport.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for supporting new products and applications in the market
• Works with marketing to develop material that uses clinical data to substantiate the clinical benefits and unique selling points of products
• Informs medical professionals and business partners about the latest company developments and supports training and sales activities
• Identifies market needs and supports the development of new clinical applications by working closely with clinicians and researchers
• Works with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) to ensure company products get visibility in the market through scientific presentations and publications
• Serves as the link between external experts and internal product management or other stakeholders
• Manages investigator initiated trials (IITs)
• Manages scientific symposia, clinical advisory boards, and customer focus groups
• Communicates at the same level with leading scientists and clinicians in the clinical and scientific fields of interest
• Represents the company at scientific conferences

Supporting Education and Training

• Collaborates with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) across Topcon Healthcare, including other colleagues in the Medical Affairs organization as well as SMEs from internal groups such as Clinical Science, Clinical Affairs & Operations, Product Management, Customer Support, and Marketing among others in the development of training programs and learning materials
• Engages with subsidiary managers to establish the training needs of each market, and customize courses and materials where required
• Works with the Global Education and Training Team and Marketing to design and develop instructional material for end user training courses that support company products, branding, and initiatives
• Works with KOLs to create end user educational assets detailing the clinical use and relevance of company products
• Contribute to train-the-trainer sessions for SMEs and regional trainers
• Works with the Global Training Team to design and deliver instructor-led courses for direct employees and distributors. Topics cover Topcons product portfolio and include sales and clinical applications
• Participates in Global Education and Training Team meetings, presenting and sharing knowledge and ideas
• Contributes to the delivery of end user training at certain Topcon events, predominantly in Europe, Middle East and Africa.
• Performs other related duties as required

Requirements

Education and Experience

• An advanced clinical or scientific degree; MD, OD, MSc or PhD preferred
• 3+ years of industry experience in life sciences, pharma, or tech is preferred
• Experience in the field of healthcare; experience with Ophthalmic imaging is a plus
• Experience with research design and implementation is a plus

Knowledge, Skills and Attributes

• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to hold a high-level conversation with a clinician on clinical/technical matters
• Persuasive and confident personality on both a professional and personal level
• Self-driven work ethic
• Ability to think proactively, plan, and execute resourcefully
• Candidates must have a dedicated home workspace set up for remote work
• Independent traveler and the candidate must be located near a major airport on the West Coast

Base Pay

Expected Base Pay Range: $155,000 to $190,000 Annualized.

The base pay range included is a projected hiring range for a position, level and potential work location(s) listed. Topcon provides the compensation range that it in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position. This compensation range is based on a full-time schedule.

Bonus Eligible

In addition to base pay, compensation for this position includes eligibility for a 10% bonus.

Benefits

Topcon offers a comprehensive benefit package for this position including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, tax saving spending accounts a 401(k) plan with employer match, tuition reimbursement in addition to other perks and benefits. We also offer time off for our employees to recharge. Our employees are eligible for paid company holidays, paid personal time off, and paid sick time that meets or exceeds state/local requirements.

Topcon reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation; individual candidate compensation may be determined based on individual skills, experience, training, certifications, education, final work location and other factors not related to an applicants sex or other status protected by local, state, or federal law. Changes in the position level, location or other factors associated with the role may change the final determined compensation. The recruiter can provide additional information during the hiring process.

Topcon time off policies can vary between roles which are exempt or non-exempt. For hourly (nonexempt) employees, we offer personal paid time off which accrues in accordance with local standards. For salaried (exempt) employees, we offer a flexible paid time off policy giving you flexibility to take time when needed, while supporting business needs. All paid time off policies are in accordance with or exceeding local law. Employees working at least 30 hours per week are eligible for our Health and Welfare benefit package.

EEO Statement

Were an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Seniority level: MidSenior level

Employment type: Fulltime

Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology; Industries: Medical Equipment Manufacturing

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