Sr. Medical Science Liaison - Obesity and Related Conditions - Pittsburgh PA

Amgen•Philadelphia, PA

About The Position

Amgen is hiring a field-based Senior Medical Science Liaison for Obesity and Related Conditions in the Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania territory, including surrounding areas. The role is part of the U.S. Medical team and reports to the Obesity and Related Conditions MSL Lead. The MSL serves as a primary scientific and clinical resource for opinion leaders, population health decision makers, and other healthcare providers, executing Amgen Medical strategy to provide accurate information and support improved patient outcomes. The position focuses on peer-to-peer scientific exchange with external stakeholders, supporting clinical research and pipeline activities, sharing field insights with internal teams, and contributing to medical strategy and congress activities. The MSL also collaborates across Amgen field roles, supports speakers, mentors other MSLs when designated, and maintains required training, administrative responsibilities, and scientific expertise.

Requirements

Doctorate degree and 2 years of Medical Affairs experience, or a master’s degree and 6 years of Medical Affairs experience, or a bachelor’s degree and 8 years of Medical Affairs experience.
Strong collaboration skills.
Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders.
Excellent communication skills for effectively conveying scientific data.

Nice To Haves

Pharm.D., Ph.D., M.D., or D.O.; other doctoral degrees will be considered.
Seven or more years in a medically related field, including at least 1 year focused on clinical practice, clinical research, or medical research; postdoctoral training such as residencies or fellowships may count.
At least 2 years in a medical science liaison role at a biotechnology or pharmaceutical company.
Current experience in Scientific Affairs or Medical Affairs at a biotechnology or pharmaceutical company.
Expertise in cardiometabolic conditions and/or obesity and related conditions.
Experience with the designated territory.

Responsibilities

Conduct peer-to-peer scientific exchange with opinion leaders, community healthcare providers, and population health decision makers on obesity and related conditions.
Engage clinical investigators and research sites in support of the obesity pipeline.
Communicate scientific data on clinical value, outcomes, and economic information to population health decision makers within assigned IDNs and other institutions.
Connect external and internal stakeholders to amplify Amgen’s reach and patient access.
Provide focused and balanced clinical and scientific information in compliance with MSL standards.
Support Amgen-sponsored research and potentially serve as a study lead.
Liaise with potential investigators in non-sponsored clinical research.
Share field observations and insights with internal stakeholders to inform Amgen strategies.
Lead and support congress activities aligned 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 who share customers to create a coordinated One Amgen experience.
Help healthcare professionals take action to improve patient care and close care gaps related to obesity and related conditions.
Mentor other MSLs when designated by MSL leadership.
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.