Medical Science Liaison - Obesity - Pacific Northwest

Amgen, Inc.; Washington; On-site; USD 156,998 - 212,410; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare plans

Retirement and Savings Plan

Stock-based long-term incentives

Flexible work models

Job summary

JobRx, Inc. is seeking a Medical Science Liaison to cover the Pacific Northwest, focusing on obesity and related conditions. This field-based position requires a doctorate degree or substantial experience in Medical Affairs, along with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities include engaging with healthcare providers, conducting scientific exchanges, and supporting clinical research efforts. The expected salary range is $156,998.40 to $212,409.60 annually, with a comprehensive benefits package offered.

Qualifications

• Doctorate degree or equivalent experience in Medical Affairs.
• 5+ years in a medically related field.
• 1+ years of experience as a Medical Science Liaison.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary clinical resource to healthcare providers.
• Engage with clinical investigators and sites.
• Conduct scientific exchanges aligned with compliance standards.

Skills

Collaboration

Excellent communication

Scientific acumen

Education

Doctorate degree or relevant experience

Job description

Medical Science Liaison – Obesity – Pacific Northwest

The territory includes WA, OR, ID, WY, MT, ND, SD, AK.

What you will do

In this vital role you will act as the primary scientific/clinical resource to Opinion Leaders (OLs), Population Health Decision Makers (PHDMs) and other healthcare providers and be responsible for executing Amgen Medical function and product strategy as led by MSL Leadership, with the goal of giving accurate information to OLs, community healthcare providers and PHDMs to improve patient outcomes. The Obesity General Medicine MSL is a field-based position within the U.S. Medical team reporting to an Obesity MSL Field Director.

Responsibilities for the MSL include:

• Majority of time spent on peer-to-peer activities with Obesity and related conditions Opinion Leaders, community healthcare providers, and PHDMs to discuss and advance the scientific platform as aligned with Amgen's corporate goals and objectives.
• Engage with clinical investigators and sites in support of the obesity pipeline.
• Engage with PHDMs within assigned IDNs and other institutions to communicate scientific based data of clinical value, outcomes, and economic data.
• Connect external and internal stakeholders to amplify Amgen's reach and access for patients.
• Conduct in-depth scientific exchange to provide focused and balanced clinical and scientific information consistent with MSL compliance standards.
• Support Amgen sponsored research and may serve as a study lead.
• Liaise with potential investigators in non-sponsored clinical research.
• Provide and/or present field observations and insights to internal stakeholders to inform Amgen strategies.
• Lead and support congress activities as aligned with strategy.
• Support speaker training as requested and ensure the speakers are updated on new data.
• Lead and/or participate on project teams that support MSL strategies and tactics as delegated by MSL leadership.
• Compliantly partner across all Amgen field roles who share customers to create an appropriately coordinated One Amgen experience.
• MSLs instill passion and move HCPs to take action in improving patient care related to closing care gaps
• Execute all administrative responsibilities and training (e.g., Veeva CRM, expense reports, compliance modules, etc.) in a timely manner.
• Maintain and improve clinical/scientific acumen and expertise with current data/information and healthcare trends.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders and possess excellent communication skills to effectively communicate scientific data.

What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The dynamic professional we seek is a strong collaborator with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications

• Doctorate degree
• Master’s degree and 3 years of Medical Affairs experience
• Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of Medical Affairs experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Pharm.D., Ph.D., M.D. or D.O. (other doctoral degrees considered)
• 1+ years Medical Affairs experience
• 4 or more years in a medically related field, including 1 year focused on clinical practice, clinical research, or medical research. Experience in a medically related field can include post-doctoral training (i.e., residencies and/or fellowships)
• 2+ years in a medical science liaison 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 expertise
• Experience with designated territory

What you can expect of us

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.

The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.

In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities that may include:

• A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts
• A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
• Stock-based long-term incentives
• Award-winning time-off plans
• Flexible work models where possible. Refer to the Work Location Type in the job posting to see if this applies.

Salary Range

156,998.40 USD - 212,409.60 USD

Equal Opportunity Employer

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.