Senior Medical Science Liaison - Obesity and Related Conditions - Alexandria, VA

Amgen•Virginia Beach, VA

About The Position

The Senior Medical Science Liaison (MSL) for Obesity and Related Conditions is a field-based role on Amgen’s U.S. Medical team. The territory includes Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax, and other cities in Northern Virginia. Reporting to the Obesity and Related Conditions MSL Lead, this position serves as a primary scientific and clinical resource to Opinion Leaders (OLs), Population Health Decision Makers (PHDMs), and other healthcare providers. The MSL executes Medical function and product strategy, providing accurate scientific information to support improved patient outcomes. The role focuses on peer-to-peer scientific exchange with Opinion Leaders, community healthcare providers, and PHDMs; engagement with clinical investigators and research sites; and communication of clinical, outcomes, and economic data. The MSL shares field insights with internal stakeholders, supports research and congress activities, collaborates with Amgen field colleagues, and contributes to projects and speaker training. The position also includes mentoring other MSLs when designated and completing administrative and training responsibilities. Amgen describes a collaborative, science-based culture and offers benefits and career development opportunities.

Requirements

Doctorate degree and 2 years of Medical Affairs experience, or master’s degree and 6 years of Medical Affairs experience, or 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 communicating scientific data.

Nice To Haves

Pharm.D., Ph.D., M.D., or D.O.; other doctoral degrees considered.
Seven or more 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 as medically related experience.
At least 2 years in an MSL role in a biotech or pharmaceutical company.
Current experience in Scientific Affairs or Medical Affairs at a biotech or pharmaceutical company.
Cardiometabolic and/or Obesity and Related Conditions expertise.
Experience with the designated territory.

Responsibilities

Conduct peer-to-peer activities with Opinion Leaders, community healthcare providers, and Population Health Decision Makers to discuss and advance the scientific platform in alignment with company goals and objectives.
Engage with clinical investigators and sites in support of the obesity pipeline.
Engage with 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 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.
Partner compliantly across Amgen field roles who share customers to provide a coordinated One Amgen experience.
Help move healthcare providers to take action to improve patient care and close care gaps.
Mentor other MSLs as 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 relationships with external stakeholders 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.