West Field Director, Medical Science Liaisons

BioSpace; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work models

Stock-based long-term incentives

Job summary

Amgen is seeking a Field Director of Medical Science Liaisons for the West Region in the U.S. Medical Affairs. You will lead a regional MSL team, guide medical strategy, and coach reports to advance clinical practice and patient outcomes.

The role requires advanced degrees and strong leadership, with a focus on strategic execution, cross-functional collaboration, and compliant field tactics. Amgen offers flexible work models and a comprehensive rewards package.

Qualifications

• Doctorate or a Masters with 8+ years in Medical Affairs or related field, and 4+ years of leadership experience.
• Or a Bachelors with 10+ years of Medical Affairs experience and 4 years managing people.
• Experience leading field medical activities and cross-functional collaboration in biotech/pharma.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach an MSL regional team to execute medical strategy.
• Develop Field Medical strategy and SEPs with medical leadership.
• Oversee engagement with OLs, IDNs, and PHDMs to inform strategy.
• Ensure compliance and effective cross-functional collaboration with field medical and field commercial.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Strategic thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Doctorate degree

Masters degree

Bachelors degree

Tools

CRM

Job description

Amgen is seeking a Field Director of Medical Science Liaisons for the West Region in the U.S. Medical Affairs. You will lead a regional MSL team, guide medical strategy, and coach reports to advance clinical practice and patient outcomes.

The role requires advanced degrees and strong leadership, with a focus on strategic execution, cross-functional collaboration, and compliant field tactics. Amgen offers flexible work models and a comprehensive rewards package.