Clinical Science Liaison (Germany and Austria)

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 a German speaking Clinical Science Liaison (CSL) based in Germany or Austria, covering Germany and Austria 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
• Excellent German and English language skills
• Additional European language skill is a plus

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in Germany and/or Austria.

Location:

This full-time position is 100% field-based (with 70% travel), and geographically covers Germany, and Austria 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 www.vicorepharma.com).

Reporting to:

Chief Engagement Officer