Medical Science Liaison – Rare Diseases & KOL Partnerships

PTC Therapeutics, Inc; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 153,000 - 199,000; Full time

Job summary

PTC Therapeutics, Inc is seeking a Medical Science Liaison to engage with KOLs, clinicians, and academic centers in a field-based role. You will present scientific data, build credibility for therapies, and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

The position requires advanced scientific degrees and prior MSL experience, with 50–60% travel and strong communication skills. Base salary is substantial with incentives.

Qualifications

• Advanced scientific degree with a minimum of 2 years as Medical Science Liaison.
• Experience supporting an orphan product and/or rare diseases preferred.
• Experience with KOLs, clinicians, payors, and academics to build credibility.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and scientific writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Attend national and regional medical meetings as a representative; summarize findings.
• Deliver fair-balanced clinical presentations to HCPs, payors, patient orgs.
• Identify speakers for advisory boards and educational programs.
• Support regional medical initiatives and provide market insights.

Skills

KOL relations

Clinical presentations

Regulatory compliance

Scientific writing

Travel readiness

Independent work

Team collaboration

Pharmacology knowledge

Education

PhD

MD

PharmD

DNP

MSN

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

PTC Therapeutics, Inc is seeking a Medical Science Liaison to engage with KOLs, clinicians, and academic centers in a field-based role. You will present scientific data, build credibility for therapies, and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

The position requires advanced scientific degrees and prior MSL experience, with 50–60% travel and strong communication skills. Base salary is substantial with incentives.