MSL - New York

Dompé farmaceutici S.p.A.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 169,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Generous vacation/holiday time off

Competitive 401(K) matching

Very generous monthly car allowance

Job summary

Dompé is seeking a Medical Science Liaison in ophthalmology to engage external experts with fair-balanced, evidence-based scientific exchange, aligning with PhRMA codes and internal policies. The MSL will support pre-launch readiness, disease state expertise, and clinical trial awareness while collaborating with field teams.

The role requires a PharmD/PhD/MD/OD or equivalent, 2–3 years in Medical Affairs (ophthalmology preferred), strong communication, and up to 60% travel, including

Qualifications

• Advanced scientific degree required.
• 2–3 years of experience in Medical Affairs; ophthalmology preferred.
• Strong understanding of clinical research and evidence-based medicine.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to travel up to 60%, including internationally.
• Clean and valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fair-balanced, evidence-based scientific exchange with ophthalmologists, optometrists and health care professionals.
• Identify, profile and engage external experts based on clinical expertise.
• Deliver and discuss approved scientific materials and data per PhRMA Code.
• Handle unsolicited off-label questions through approved medical information processes.
• Enter interactions and data into CRM systems.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Time management

Self-motivation

Problem solving

Relationship building

Integrity/compliance

Education

PharmD

PhD

MD

OD

Equivalent advanced degree

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

Job Area: R&D/Medical

Job Category: Professionals

Job Site: Remote

Location: San Mateo, CA, US

Dompé is an Italian bio-pharmaceutical company that focuses on innovation, where a long tradition in the field of personal wellness goes hand-in-hand with a commitment to research and development to meet unsatisfied therapeutic needs.

Established in 1940 in Milan, Dompé has an industrial and biotech research hub in L’Aquila, in addition to branches in Europe (Barcelona, Berlin, Paris and Tirana). The company has approximately 900 employees. The US headquarters of Dompé are based in Boston (R&D) and in the San Francisco Bay Area (Commercial Operations).

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) serves as a scientific and clinical expert within the ophthalmology therapeutic area, responsible for engaging external experts through fair-balanced, evidence-based scientific exchange. This role ensures compliance with PhRMA Code, internal policies, and all applicable regulations while supporting the generation and communication of scientific insights that inform Medical Affairs strategy. The MSL contributes to pre-launch readiness and pipeline support by building disease state expertise, facilitating clinical trial awareness, and preparing for future product introductions. Through congress participation, insight collection, and collaborative teamwork, the MSL advances scientific understanding and strengthens relationships that ultimately support patient care and evidence-based decision-making.

MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY OF THE ROLE:

MSL Scientific Exchange

• Responsible for conducting fair-balanced, evidence-based scientific exchange with ophthalmologists, optometrists and health care professionals.
• Responsible for identifying, profiling, and engaging appropriate external experts based on clinical expertise and scientific relevance.
• Responsible for delivering and discussing approved scientific materials, clinical data, and disease state information in accordance with PhRMA Code and internal policies.
• Responsible for appropriately handling unsolicited off-label questions through approved medical information processes.
• Responsible for accurately and timely entries of interactions and data into compliantly managed CRM systems.

Scientific Insight Collection

• Responsible for systematically collecting, synthesizing, and reporting ophthalmic clinical and scientific insights from external experts.
• Responsible for ensuring insights are documented accurately and shared through approved systems to inform Medical Affairs strategy.

Congress Support

• Responsible for attending and supporting pre-, during-, and post-congress activities, including scientific exchange, booth coverage, and congress debriefs.
• Responsible for summarizing emerging data and competitive intelligence for internal stakeholders in a compliant manner.

Pre-Launch Activities and Pipeline Support

• Responsible for developing disease state expertise and readiness for upcoming product launches.
• Responsible for engaging external experts on pipeline data and evolving treatment paradigms in a compliant, non-promotional manner.
• Responsible for supporting evidence generation activities and clinical trial awareness.

Teamwork and Leadership

• Responsible for exemplifying a culture of scientific integrity, compliance, and collaboration across the field medical team and organization.
• Reponsible for mentoring peers, sharing best practices, and contributing to training materials.

All activities must be conducted in accordance with PhRMA Code, internal SOPs, and applicable laws and regulations. Scientific exchange must remain non-promotional and fair-balanced at all times.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Advanced scientific degree (PharmD, PhD, MD, OD, or equivalent) required.
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in Medical Affairs or related clinical/scientific role; ophthalmology experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of clinical research, disease state management, and evidence-based medicine.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to translate complex science into clear, balanced discussions.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• High level of integrity and commitment to compliance with PhRMA Code and company policies.
• Ability to travel up to 60%, including internationally (including evenings and weekends for congresses and meetings).
• Clean and valid driver’s license

SOFT SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Strong written and oral communication
• Self-Motivation
• Leadership
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Problem Solving
• Time-Management

BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM

• Comprehensive medical benefits: we value access to healthcare for our patients as well as our employees
• Generous vacation / holiday time off: we care about our employees and encourage a balanced lifestyle
• Competitive 401(K) matching
• Very generous monthly car allowance
  

Location: The ideal candidate would reside in New York

Base Salary: $169,000 - $215,000 a year

At Dompe, we offer an attractive compensation package to our team members. Any offer would include a competitive base salary (estimate shared above), incentive bonus, and benefits package customary to the position. Actual individual pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

We believe that the unique contributions of all employees create our success. To ensure that our products and culture continue to incorporate everyone’s perspectives and experience, we never discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or marital, veteran, or disability status. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.