Medical Science Liaison-Obesity and Related Conditions-West Los Angeles

Amgen • Los Angeles, CA

2d • $156,998 - $212,410

About The Position

The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) for obesity and related conditions is a field-based role on Amgen’s U.S. Medical team. The MSL serves as a primary scientific and clinical resource for Opinion Leaders, Population Health Decision Makers, and other healthcare providers, executing Amgen Medical function and product strategy as directed by MSL leadership. The role focuses on sharing accurate, balanced scientific information to improve patient outcomes and advance Amgen’s scientific platform. The position reports to an Obesity MSL Field Director.

The territory includes West Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Culver City, Marina del Rey, Inglewood, El Segundo, Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, and Redondo Beach. The MSL conducts peer-to-peer scientific exchange, supports clinical research and congress activities, shares field insights with internal stakeholders, and collaborates across Amgen field roles. The role also includes administrative responsibilities and maintaining current clinical and scientific expertise.

Amgen describes a collaborative, science-based culture and offers a Total Rewards Plan, subject to eligibility, with health and welfare benefits, financial plans, work/life balance, and career development opportunities. The posted annual salary range is $156,998.40–$212,409.60.

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 considered.
• At least 1 year of Medical Affairs experience.
• Four or more 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 experience in Scientific Affairs or Medical Affairs at a biotechnology or pharmaceutical company.
• Cardiometabolic and/or obesity expertise.
• Experience with the designated territory.

Responsibilities

• Conduct peer-to-peer activities with obesity and related conditions Opinion Leaders, community healthcare providers, and Population Health Decision Makers to discuss and advance the scientific platform in alignment with Amgen’s goals and objectives.
• Engage clinical investigators and sites in support of the obesity pipeline.
• Engage Population Health Decision Makers within assigned IDNs and other institutions, communicating scientific data on clinical value, outcomes, and economics.
• Connect external and internal stakeholders to amplify Amgen’s reach and patient access.
• Conduct in-depth scientific exchange and provide focused, 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 in 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.
• Collaborate compliantly with Amgen field roles that share customers to provide a coordinated One Amgen experience.
• Encourage healthcare providers to take action to improve patient care and close care gaps related to obesity and related conditions.
• 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.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders and communicate scientific data effectively.

Benefits

• Retirement and Savings Plan with company contributions.
• Group medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Discretionary annual bonus program, or a sales-based incentive plan for field sales representatives.
• Stock-based long-term incentives.
• Award-winning time-off plans.
• Flexible work models where possible.
• Career development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level