Medical Science Liaison-Obesity and Related Conditions-San Jose, CA

Amgen•Thousand Oaks, CA

About The Position

Amgen is hiring a field-based Medical Science Liaison focused on obesity and related conditions in the San Jose, California territory. The territory includes San Jose, Palo Alto, Santa Clara, Cupertino, Campbell, Gilroy, Santa Cruz, Salinas, Monterey, and Fresno. The role is part of the U.S. Medical team and reports to an Obesity MSL Field Director. The MSL serves as a primary scientific and clinical resource for Opinion Leaders, Population Health Decision Makers, and other healthcare providers. The role executes Amgen Medical function and product strategy by providing accurate, balanced scientific information intended to improve patient outcomes. The MSL also supports obesity pipeline research, shares field insights with internal stakeholders, and collaborates with Amgen colleagues and external stakeholders. The expected annual salary range is $156,998.40–$212,409.60. Actual salary may vary based on relevant skills, experience, and qualifications. Eligible employees may receive a Total Rewards Plan, including health and welfare benefits, retirement and savings plans, a discretionary annual bonus, stock-based long-term incentives, time-off plans, flexible work models where possible, and career development opportunities.

Requirements

Doctorate degree; or master’s degree and 3 years of Medical Affairs experience; or bachelor’s degree and 5 years of Medical Affairs experience.
Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders.
Excellent communication skills for effectively communicating scientific data.

Nice To Haves

Pharm.D., Ph.D., M.D., or D.O.; other doctoral degrees will be considered.
At least 1 year of Medical Affairs experience.
At least 4 years in a medically related field, including 1 year focused on clinical practice, clinical research, or medical research; post-doctoral training such as residencies or fellowships may count.
Current Scientific Affairs or Medical Affairs experience at a biotechnology or pharmaceutical company.
Cardiometabolic and/or obesity expertise.
Experience with the designated territory.

Responsibilities

Conduct peer-to-peer scientific discussions with Opinion Leaders, community healthcare providers, and Population Health Decision Makers about obesity and related conditions, aligned with Amgen’s goals and strategy.
Engage with clinical investigators and sites in support of the obesity pipeline.
Communicate scientific data, clinical value, outcomes, and economic data to Population Health Decision Makers within assigned integrated delivery networks and other institutions.
Connect external and internal stakeholders to help extend Amgen’s reach and patient access.
Conduct in-depth scientific exchange, providing focused and balanced clinical and scientific information consistent with MSL compliance standards.
Support Amgen-sponsored research and potentially serve as a study lead.
Liaise with potential investigators regarding non-sponsored clinical research.
Provide field observations and insights to internal stakeholders to inform Amgen strategies.
Lead and support congress activities in alignment with strategy.
Support speaker training and ensure speakers are updated on new data.
Lead or participate in project teams supporting MSL strategies and tactics as delegated by MSL leadership.
Compliantly partner with Amgen field colleagues who share customers to provide a coordinated One Amgen experience.
Encourage healthcare providers to improve patient care by addressing care gaps.
Complete administrative responsibilities and training, including Veeva CRM, expense reports, and compliance modules, in a timely manner.
Maintain and improve clinical and scientific expertise using current data, information, and healthcare trends.