Medical Science LiaisonAbout AbbottAbbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.Our nutrition business develops science-based nutrition products for people of all ages, from helping babies and children grow, to keeping adult bodies strong and active. Millions of people around the world count on our leading brands – including Similac, PediaSure, Pedialyte, Ensure, and Glucerna – to help get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest life.Working at AbbottAt Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:Training and career development , with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistanceFinancial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plansHealth care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs, Medical Benefits start day 1Vacation – 3 weeks accrued vacation (1st yr. is prorated) + vacation buy program + 3 personal days + 10 paid holidays401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match of 5%Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communitiesThe OpportunityThe primary function of Medical Science Liaison , R&D, is to be the scientific subject matter expert in pediatric nutrition and present live (virtual and in-person) nutrition science education programs to internal and external stakeholders.In Research & Development (R&D), our ambition is to provide innovative high-quality products, creating sustainable value, delivering superior user experience, and enhancing health outcomes at all stages of life.WHAT YOU’LL DOMajor Responsibilities:Serves as a scientific resource to commercial partners as appropriate to support activities such as medical/nutrition congress staffing, advisory boards, and training initiatives.Builds and manages relationships with external key opinion leaders (KOLs) aligned to business needs and manages the KOL engagement plan.Prepares the marketplace in new areas of interest, which includes creating awareness and building relationships for Abbott in the medical community.Inputs and maintains internal reports as it relates to activities in the area of responsibility.Works with internal stakeholders to develop and execute a plan designed to support and meet shared business objectives.Supports the medical and commercial team with any other ad hoc activities that are required by the business.Serves as a medical/scientific resource to healthcare providers through answering clinical questions and addressing other clinically related medical information issues.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE, YOU’LL BRINGRequiredRD required with MS or PhD in human nutrition.PreferredMinimum 3 years clinical practice; experience in academia/industry/post-doc preferred.Background in NICU or pediatric hospital nutrition preferred.Excellent communication/presentation skills required, experience in teaching preferred.Additional traits of candidates to include: Self-motivated, collaborative team member, strong interpersonal skills, time management skills.MISCTravel: 50% (post Covid restrictions)Location: This position is a remote role.Apply NowFollow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.#J-18808-Ljbffr