Amgen Inc

Medical Science Liaison, Inflammation Respiratory, Southern California and Western/Central Arizona

Amgen Inc$156K — $212K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Doctorate degree in relevant field or Master's degree with 3 years Medical Affairs experience or Bachelor's degree with 5 years Medical Affairs experience.
  • 1+ years Medical Affairs experience preferred.
  • 4+ years in a medically related field, including clinical practice or research.
  • Current experience in Scientific Affairs or Medical Affairs at a biotech/pharmaceutical company.
  • Specialization in Respiratory and/or Immunology is an advantage, especially within the designated territory.

Responsibilities

  • Engage actively with healthcare providers and Opinion Leaders in Respiratory and Gastroenterology sectors.
  • Conduct at least 60-70% travel for provider engagements and company events.
  • Support clinical investigator interactions for therapeutic area pipeline initiatives.
  • Deliver scientific data to health system decision-makers to drive clinical outcomes and economic discussions.
  • Facilitate collaboration between internal and external stakeholders to enhance patient access to Amgen therapies.
  • Provide balanced scientific information while adhering to MSL compliance standards.
  • Lead or support Amgen-sponsored research initiatives and project teams.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive employee benefits package with health, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Retirement and savings plans with generous company contributions.
  • Discretionary annual bonus or sales incentive for applicable roles.
  • Stock-based long-term incentives for eligible employees.
  • Award-winning time-off plans and flexible work models where applicable.
Full Job Description
Career Category
Medical Affairs
Job Description
Medical Science Liaison, Inflammation Respiratory, Southern California and Western/Central Arizona
Territory will include: Southern California (Los Angeles, San Diego) and West/Central Arizona (Phoenix)

What you will do:

Let's do this. Let's change the world.

This is an integrated, multi-specialty MSL position spanning engagement with Pulmonology, Allergy, ENT, and Gastroenterology provider segments. The MSL will prioritize engagement based on local patient pathways, referral networks, scientific opportunity, and indication-expansion readiness.

The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) serves as a primary scientific and clinical resource for Opinion Leaders (OLs), community healthcare providers, and Population Health Decision Makers (PHDMs). The role is responsible for executing Amgen Medical and product strategy, as directed by MSL and Medical Leadership, through the communication of accurate, balanced, and scientifically rigorous information intended to help improve patient outcomes.

This is a field-based role with travel required and is part of the U.S. Medical team, reporting to an Inflammation Respiratory/GI MSL Director.

Responsibilities include:
  • Majority of time spent on peer-to-peer activities with Respiratory (Upper and Lower), Gastroenterology and conditions related to product indication expansion- interacting with Opinion Leaders, community healthcare providers, and PHDMs to discuss and advance the scientific platform as aligned with Amgen's company goals and objectives.
  • Role includes at least 60-70% travel for territory management/provider engagement, attendance at national and regional conferences/workshops and attendance at company meetings
  • Engage with clinical investigators and sites in support of the therapeutic area pipeline if indicated
  • Engage with PHDMs within territory health systems/clinics 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 support evidence-based scientific exchange that helps HCPs address unmet patient needs and care gaps.
  • Execute all administrative responsibilities and training (e.g., Veeva/ALIGN 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

OR
  • Master's degree & 3 years of Medical Affairs experience

OR
  • Bachelor's degree & 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)
  • Current experience in Scientific Affairs or Medical Affairs at a biotech or pharmaceutical company
  • Respiratory and/or Immunology expertise
  • Experience with designated territory

What you can expect from 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.

Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team.

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Application deadline:

Amgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position.

Sponsorship:

Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed.

Salary Range
156,998.40USD -212,409.60 USD

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24,200 employees
Market Cap
$141.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$7.2 billion
Founded
1980
5 Year Trend
+2.5%
Revenue
$25.4 billion
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