Medical Science Liaison – Obesity and Related Conditions– Long Beach, CA
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 territory includes Long Beach, Ontario, Fontana, San Bernardino, Riverside, and Corona. Reporting to an Obesity and Related Conditions 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’s Medical function and product strategy by providing accurate, balanced scientific information intended to improve patient outcomes. The MSL conducts peer-to-peer scientific exchange, supports clinical research and pipeline activities, engages institutional decision makers, shares field insights with internal teams, and contributes to congress, speaker-training, and project-team activities. The role also requires compliant collaboration across Amgen field teams, timely completion of administrative and training requirements, and ongoing development of clinical and scientific expertise. Amgen describes a comprehensive benefits package and a collaborative culture supporting professional and personal growth. The expected 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 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; postdoctoral 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 and Related Conditions 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.
- Engage with clinical investigators and sites in support of the Obesity and Related Conditions pipeline.
- Engage Population Health Decision Makers within assigned integrated delivery networks and other institutions to communicate 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 as requested and ensure speakers are updated on new data.
- Lead or participate in project teams supporting MSL strategies and tactics as delegated by MSL leadership.
- Partner compliantly across Amgen field roles that share customers to create a coordinated One Amgen experience.
- Encourage healthcare professionals to take action to improve patient care and close 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.
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.
- Time-off plans.
- Flexible work models where possible.
- Career development opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
