MSL / Sr MSL, Hematology

Sobi•Tucson, AZ

3d•$180,000 - $230,000•Remote

About The Position

The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) is a highly trained, field-based scientific expert who engages healthcare professionals to exchange clinical, scientific, and research knowledge. Working within regulatory and corporate guidelines, the MSL builds and maintains scientific relationships and collaborations with the medical and scientific community at local, regional, and national levels, including healthcare professionals, professional societies, and healthcare organizations. This role provides educational, scientific, and research support for Sobi’s rare disease portfolio within the hematology franchise. Candidates may reside anywhere in the assigned territory, which covers Nevada, Arizona, and Northern California (San Jose and north); the territory description also identifies Northern California as the assigned territory. Frequent ground and/or air travel is required, with an estimated 60% or more of time away from the remote home office. The MSL serves as Sobi Medical Affairs’ primary field-based contact in the territory, exchanges scientific information with healthcare professionals and thought leaders, shares field intelligence, supports clinical development and operations, participates in advisory boards, delivers training, represents Sobi at medical conferences, and provides scientific support across the organization. The MSL is expected to maintain advanced knowledge of relevant studies, compounds, and disease states and to manage the territory effectively while contributing to the broader MSL organization. The position offers a base salary of $180,000–$230,000 annually and eligibility for short- and long-term bonuses. Sobi describes its total rewards package as including benefits and reimbursements, and emphasizes a collaborative, inclusive, team-oriented culture focused on rare diseases and patient impact.

Requirements

Accredited doctorate in a life-science or basic-science discipline (Pharm.D., D.Sc., D.N.P., Ph.D., or M.D./D.O.); candidates with an advanced health-related degree combined with extensive industry or clinical experience will also be considered.
At least 1 year of MSL experience in hematology/oncology and rare disease.
Existing familiarity with the Northern California medical/scientific community and key institutions.
Ability to understand and effectively communicate scientific information, respond to inquiries, and address key stakeholder needs.
Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to shape and articulate a clear strategy and narrative.
Demonstrated success managing internal and external stakeholders and leading or influencing cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects concurrently.
Proven track record of strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making.
Ability to initiate and maintain relationships throughout the medical community.
Demonstrated ability to build constructive relationships with cross-functional internal team members.
High level of personal integrity, emotional intelligence, and flexibility.
Understanding of the highly regulated biopharmaceutical industry environment, including basic knowledge of its legal and regulatory landscape.
Passion for science and teaching.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary field-based point of contact for Sobi Medical Affairs within the assigned territory.
Engage key thought leaders and healthcare professionals to exchange scientific information accurately, fairly, and in a balanced manner.
Report field intelligence to Sobi, including competitive insights and perspectives on compounds, disease states, and the treatment landscape.
Support clinical development and operations teams through site recommendations, site initiation visits, communication facilitation, and accrual support activities.
Participate in and, at times, lead advisory board meetings at local, regional, and national levels.
Deliver internal and external training on preclinical science, clinical data, and outcomes.
Represent Sobi at medical conferences and provide session summaries.
Serve as a cross-functional scientific resource across the organization, consistent with company guidelines.
Maintain advanced, current knowledge of relevant studies, compounds, and disease states for scientific discussions with hematology/oncology thought leaders.
Manage the assigned territory to a high standard while contributing to colleagues and the broader MSL organization.