Medical Science Liaison, E. Dallas, TX
About The Position
The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) for Obesity and Related Conditions is a field-based member of Amgen’s U.S. Medical team. The MSL acts as the primary scientific and clinical resource for Opinion Leaders (OLs), Population Health Decision Makers (PHDMs), and other healthcare providers, executing Amgen Medical function and product strategy as directed by MSL Leadership. The role focuses on providing accurate scientific information to improve patient outcomes. The territory covers the East Dallas Metro area and extends east to Tyler and Longview. The position reports to an Obesity and Related Conditions MSL Field Director. The MSL conducts peer-to-peer scientific exchange, supports clinical research and congress activities, develops external and internal stakeholder relationships, and shares field insights to inform Amgen strategies. The role also includes administrative duties and ongoing training, while maintaining current clinical and scientific expertise and complying with Amgen standards.
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 relationship-building skills with external stakeholders.
- Excellent communication skills to effectively communicate scientific data.
Nice To Haves
- At least 1 year of Medical Affairs experience.
- Pharm.D., Ph.D., M.D., or D.O.; other doctoral degrees are also considered.
- 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.
- At least 2 years in a medical science liaison role at a biotech or pharmaceutical company.
- Current experience in Scientific Affairs or Medical Affairs at a biotech or pharmaceutical company.
- Cardiometabolic and/or obesity expertise.
- Experience with the designated territory.
Responsibilities
- Conduct peer-to-peer activities with Opinion Leaders, community healthcare providers, and PHDMs to discuss and advance the scientific platform in alignment with Amgen’s goals and objectives.
- Engage with clinical investigators and sites in support of the obesity pipeline.
- Engage with PHDMs within assigned IDNs 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, 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 in non-sponsored clinical research.
- Present 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.
- Help motivate healthcare providers to improve patient care by closing 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 external stakeholder relationships and communicate scientific data effectively.
Benefits
- Comprehensive employee benefits package, including health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents.
- 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.
- Stock-based long-term incentives.
- Award-winning time-off plans and bi-annual company-wide shutdowns.
- Flexible work models, including remote work arrangements where possible.
- Career development opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
