Medical Science Liaison

Amgen Foundation, Inc.; Riyadh; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biopharmaceutical company seeks a Medical Science Liaison in Riyadh to bridge the gap between the medical community and the company. This role focuses on delivering crucial scientific information and engaging healthcare stakeholders to educate them on clinical data, all while adhering to compliance standards. Candidates should possess an advanced degree and experience in the pharmaceutical industry, along with strong communication skills in both English and Arabic.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in an MSL role, preferably in cardiovascular or metabolic therapeutic areas.
• Previous experience in the pharmaceutical industry (Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, Clinical/Commercial Operations).
• Strong knowledge of medical education and evidence generation.

Responsibilities

• Engage with healthcare stakeholders to communicate clinical and scientific data.
• Support speaker training and ensure compliance with MSL standards.
• Provide field observations and insights to internal stakeholders.

Skills

Scientific communication standards

Medical writing

Data interpretation

Digital platforms

Proficient in English and Arabic

Education

Advanced degree (MD, PhD, PharmD)

Job description

## Medical Science Liaison
Saudi Arabia - Riyadh
JOB ID: R-216397
ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:
Saudi Arabia - Riyadh
WORK LOCATION TYPE:
Field Worker
DATE POSTED: Jun. 16, 2025
CATEGORY: Sales
The Medical Science Liaison at Amgen serves as a conduit of information between the company and the medical community. They are responsible for providing disease state and product information to health care professionals and researchers. They also collaborate with sales, marketing, and research teams to implement strategies and initiatives.

Accountabilities

•Field-based medical expert in the Medical Science Liaison (MSL) group within Medical organization
•An integral position in communicating accurate, clear, and valued information regarding our science and products to multiple levels within the medical community and are responsible for providing field observations to internal stakeholders.
•Support MSL TA Head and Local TA Lead in developing local territory R&D tactics

Responsibilities

•Engage with healthcare stakeholders to educate and communicate clinical and scientific data to advance the scientific platform as aligned with Amgen’s corporate goals and objectives
•Educate and communicate clinical value, outcomes, and economic data to payers, providers, key stakeholders, advocacy, and access enablers
•Respond to unsolicited inquiries consistent with the MSL compliance standards
•Provide and/or present field observations and insights to internal stakeholders
•Execute scientific engagement plan according to annual MSL goals and metrics
•Develop and implement local OL plans in line with scientific engagement plan
•Support speaker training as requested and ensure the speakers are updated on new data
•Support Amgen sponsored research and may serve as a study lead
•Liaise with potential investigators in non-sponsored clinical research
•Lead and/or participate on project teams that support MSL strategies and tactics as delegated by MSL leadership
•Advance MSL value proposition, identify gaps, achieve results, and set an example for others to follow by consistently demonstrating Amgen values and leadership attributes. Demonstrate tact and professionalism when communicating and interacting with others.
•Lead and support congress activities as aligned with strategy
•Compliantly collaborate with cross-functional colleagues. May serve as main of point of contact
•Maintain clinical acumen and expertise and timely completion of assigned training. May serve as a training lead.
•May serve as New Hire Mentor and/or International MSL mentor/trainer

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:
At least 1 year of experience in an MSL role, preferably in cardiovascular or metabolic therapeutic areas.
Previous experience in the pharmaceutical industry (Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, Clinical/Commercial Operations).
Advanced degree in a relevant field (MD, PhD, PharmD).
Strong knowledge of medical education, evidence generation, and scientific communication standards.
Skilled in medical writing, digital platforms, and data interpretation.
Proficient in English and Arabic.
Saudi national preferred.