Sr. Medical Science Liaison - Cardiovascular Metabolic - Dallas / East Texas

Amgen•Houston, TX

3d•$172,344 - $233,172

About The Position

The Senior Medical Science Liaison is a field-based role on Amgen’s U.S. Medical team, covering Dallas and East Texas and reporting to the Obesity and Related Conditions MSL Lead. The position serves as a primary scientific and clinical resource for Opinion Leaders, Population Health Decision Makers, and other healthcare providers. It executes Medical function and product strategy under MSL leadership, providing accurate scientific information to support improved patient outcomes. The role focuses on obesity and related conditions and includes scientific exchange, support for clinical research and pipeline activities, stakeholder engagement, and contributions to internal strategy. The stated annual salary range is $172,344.30–$233,171.70 USD; actual salary depends on relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.

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.
Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders.
Excellent communication skills to effectively communicate 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 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 an MSL role at a biotechnology or pharmaceutical company.
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 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 pipeline.
Communicate clinical value, outcomes, and economic data to Population Health Decision Makers within assigned IDNs and other institutions.
Connect external and internal stakeholders to amplify Amgen’s reach and patient access.
Conduct in-depth, focused, and balanced scientific exchange 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 in alignment 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.
Partner compliantly with other Amgen field roles who share customers to provide a coordinated One Amgen experience.
Help motivate healthcare providers to improve patient care by addressing 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 external stakeholder relationships and communicate scientific data effectively.

Benefits

Health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents.
Retirement and savings plans with company contributions.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Life and disability insurance.
Flexible spending accounts.
Discretionary annual bonus program or, for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan.
Stock-based long-term incentives.
Time-off plans.
Career development opportunities.
Flexible work models where possible.