Senior Medical Science Liaison, Fort Worth, TX

Amgen•Houston, TX

About The Position

Amgen is seeking a field-based Senior Medical Science Liaison for Obesity and Related Conditions in its U.S. Medical team. The position serves as a primary scientific and clinical resource for Opinion Leaders, Population Health Decision Makers, and other healthcare providers, executing medical and product strategies under the direction of MSL Leadership to provide accurate information and help improve patient outcomes. The Midwest territory includes Fort Worth and areas to the west, including Abilene and Lubbock. The role reports to the Obesity and Related Conditions MSL Lead. The Senior MSL conducts scientific exchange, supports research and congress activities, shares field insights with internal stakeholders, and collaborates with other Amgen field roles. The role also mentors other MSLs when designated and maintains current clinical and scientific expertise. The posted annual salary range is $172,344.30–$233,171.70, with actual salary depending on relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.

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.
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 are considered.
Seven or more years in a medically related field, including one year focused on clinical practice, clinical research, or medical research.
Post-doctoral training, such as a residency or fellowship, may count as experience in a medically related field.
Two or more years in a medical science liaison role at a biotech or pharmaceutical company.
Current Scientific Affairs or Medical Affairs experience at a biotech or pharmaceutical company.
Cardiometabolic and/or obesity and related conditions expertise.
Experience with the designated territory.

Responsibilities

Conduct peer-to-peer engagement with Opinion Leaders, community healthcare providers, and Population Health Decision Makers 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 and related conditions pipeline.
Communicate scientific data on clinical value, outcomes, and economics 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 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 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.
Collaborate compliantly with Amgen field roles who share customers to create a coordinated One Amgen experience.
Help healthcare providers 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 acumen and expertise regarding 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 and bi-annual company-wide shutdowns.
Flexible work models, including remote work arrangements where possible.
Career development opportunities.
Work/life balance support.