Medical Science Liaison (East Coast)
About The Position
Abbott Point of Care is seeking a field-based Medical Science Liaison to serve as the scientific expert for its point-of-care diagnostic solutions. The position is remote in the eastern Continental United States, ideally near a major airport, and supports a multi-state Eastern U.S. territory. The MSL builds trusted relationships with key opinion leaders, healthcare organizations, and clinical experts while advancing scientific understanding of Abbott Point of Care products. The role partners with Medical Affairs and Commercial teams to provide scientific insights, support research collaborations, and strengthen Abbott’s position in the diagnostics and healthcare landscape. The MSL shares field insights that inform strategic priorities, supports medical information requests, and provides scientific guidance on product data and clinical evidence. Travel is extensive, listed as 75% of the time.
Requirements
- At least 6 years of clinical or medical affairs experience, preferably in the medical device industry.
- Understanding of clinical laboratories and assay/instrument principles involving in vitro diagnostic product design and use, and of the scientific, statistical, regulatory, and compliance requirements of clinical research.
- Bachelor’s degree; a degree in a related area is ideal.
- Willingness to travel extensively throughout a multi-state territory; the listed travel requirement is 75%.
- Ability to influence and lead with and without direct authority.
- Ability to speak confidently in public and lead meetings and group discussions.
- Ability to form and develop long-term strategic and professional relationships and display socially and professionally appropriate behavior.
- Demonstrated leadership, initiative, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to engage and influence KOLs, healthcare professionals, and scientific experts.
- Strong scientific communication and presentation skills.
- Experience interpreting and discussing clinical and scientific data.
- Ability to work cross-functionally in a collaborative environment.
Nice To Haves
- Medical Information, Regulatory Affairs, or Medical Communications experience in the diagnostics, medical device, or pharmaceutical industry.
- Advanced degree, such as a master’s, PhD, MD, or another doctorate.
Responsibilities
- Build and maintain relationships with national and regional key opinion leaders, healthcare providers, and academic centers.
- Lead scientific discussions and provide clinical education on Abbott Point of Care products and relevant therapeutic areas.
- Support research collaborations, publications, advisory boards, and scientific exchange initiatives.
- Serve as a scientific resource for external experts, healthcare organizations, and internal stakeholders.
- Present scientific and clinical data at meetings, congresses, and educational events.
- Gather and share medical insights from the field to help shape strategic priorities and initiatives.
- Support medical information requests and provide scientific guidance on product data and clinical evidence.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to develop scientific materials and educational programs.
- Represent Medical Affairs at national conferences and scientific meetings.
- Comply with applicable regulations, industry standards, and company policies.
Benefits
- Employees may qualify for free medical coverage in the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
- Retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Freedom 2 Save student debt program.
- FreeU education benefit, an affordable and convenient path to a bachelor’s degree.
- Career development opportunities with an international company.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
