Medical Science Liaison (Heme) West (CA, CO, UT, WA, OR)

Vertex Pharmaceuticals LLC; California (MD); Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertex Pharmaceuticals LLC seeks a Senior Medical Science Liaison to act as a scientific ambassador in Hematology, focusing on Sickle Cell, Thalassemia, and Transplant. The Sr MSL will build trusted relationships with thought leaders, disseminate data, and help shape Medical Affairs strategy in assigned regions.

Ideal candidates hold an advanced biomedical degree and 5+ years of MSL experience, with deep hematology knowledge and strong scientific communication skills.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree required (MD/PhD/PharmD).
• Minimum 5 years of MSL or similar experience.
• Strong scientific communication and hematology knowledge required.
• Understanding of payer landscape and healthcare regulations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain relationships with HCPs and Thought Leaders in Hematology.
• Disseminate clinical and scientific data; contribute to Medical Affairs strategy.
• Support investigator-initiated studies and represent Medical Affairs at congresses.
• Mentor peers and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Travel regionally up to 70% for field-based activities.

Skills

Scientific communication

Hematology knowledge

KOL engagement

Regulatory understanding

Payer landscape

Education

Advanced biomedical degree (MD/PhD/PharmD)

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

Role: Senior Medical Science Liaison (Sr MSL) serving as a scientific ambassador in Hematology, specifically Sickle Cell, Thalassemia, and Transplant fields. Primary objectives include establishing trust with Thought Leaders, disseminating clinical/scientific data, and contributing to Medical Affairs strategy. Responsibilities encompass building relationships with HCPs, integrating medical plans into territory activities, utilizing CRM systems for data capture, and supporting clinical development via investigator interactions and congress representation. The Sr MSL also mentors colleagues and ensures compliance with regulations. Requirements: advanced biomedical degree (e.g., PharmD, MD, PhD), minimum 5 years of MSL or similar experience, strong scientific communication skills, deep understanding of hematology, payer landscape, and healthcare regulations. Preferred: prior therapeutic area expertise, knowledge of health economics, and experience with medical congresses. High-Value: focus on hematology (Sickle Cell, Thalassemia, Transplant), external stakeholder engagement, and regional payer understanding. WorkSetup: regional travel up to 70%, field-based with a flexible environment.