Medical Science Liaison – Obesity and Related Conditions – Seattle, WA

Amgen•Seattle, WA

About The Position

The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) for Obesity and Related Conditions is a field-based position on Amgen’s U.S. Medical team, covering Seattle and Tacoma, Washington, and Alaska. Reporting 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 to support improved patient outcomes. The MSL conducts peer-to-peer scientific exchange, supports clinical investigators and research activities, and engages healthcare decision makers on clinical, outcomes, and economic data. The position also connects internal and external stakeholders, shares field insights, supports congress and speaker-training activities, and collaborates across Amgen field roles. The MSL maintains scientific expertise, strong stakeholder relationships, and compliance with company standards and administrative requirements.

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.
Strong collaboration skills.
Excellent communication skills and ability to build and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

Pharm.D., Ph.D., M.D., or D.O.; other doctoral degrees 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 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 company goals.
Engage with clinical investigators and sites in support of the obesity and related conditions pipeline.
Engage with Population Health Decision Makers within assigned integrated delivery networks and other institutions to communicate scientific data of clinical value, outcomes, and economic data.
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 aligned 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.
Compliantly partner with Amgen field roles that share customers to create a coordinated One Amgen experience.
Encourage healthcare providers 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 with current data, information, and healthcare trends.
Build and maintain strong external stakeholder relationships and communicate scientific data effectively.

Benefits

Comprehensive employee benefits package.
Retirement and Savings Plan with generous 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.
Work/life balance support.