Senior Medical Science Liaison - Richmond, VA

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Richmond (VA)

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USD 172,000 - 233,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Amgen seeks a Senior Medical Science Liaison for Obesity and Related Conditions to cover the VA/WV region, including Richmond, Charlottesville and Norfolk. You will serve as the primary scientific/clinical resource to Opinion Leaders and other healthcare providers, executing medical strategy and improving patient outcomes.

The role is field-based, requires substantial Medical Affairs experience, and involves collaboration with investigators, sponsors, and internal teams to advance data-driven

Qualifications

Doctorate degree & 2 years of Medical Affairs experience.
OR Master’s degree & 6 years of Medical Affairs experience.
OR Bachelor’s degree & 8 years of Medical Affairs experience.

Responsibilities

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 company 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.
Lead and support congress activities as aligned with strategy.
Mentor other MSLs as designated by MSL leadership.

Skills

MSL experience

Scientific communication

Relationship building

Education

Doctorate degree

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Description

Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

At Amgen, if you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do.

Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. Amgen is advancing a broad and deep pipeline and portfolio of medicines to treat heart disease, obesity and obesity-related conditions, rare diseases, inflammatory conditions and cancer. As a member of the Amgen team, you’ll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives.

Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

Senior Medical Science Liaison - Obesity and Related Conditions - VA/WV

The territory will include Richmond, Charlottesville & Norfolk in VA, and Charleston and Huntington in WV.

What you will do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role you will acts as the primary scientific/clinical resource to Opinion Leaders (OLs), Population Health Decision Makers (PHDMs) and other healthcare providers and is 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 and Related Conditions Senior MSL is a field-based position within the U.S. Medical team reporting to the Obesity and Related Conditions MSL Lead.

Responsibilities

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 company 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.

Mentor other MSLs as designated by MSL leadership.

Complete 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.

Minimum Education Required

Bachelors

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

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 & 2 years of Medical Affairs experience

Master’s degree & 6 years of Medical Affairs experience

Bachelor’s degree & 8 years of Medical Affairs experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Pharm.D., Ph.D., M.D. or D.O. (other doctoral degrees considered)

Seven 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 and Related Conditions 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.

Salary Range

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