Summary:We are seeking a scientifically driven and communicative Medical Science Liaison (MSL) to join our Medical Affairs team. The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) serves as a scientific expert in immunization and pneumococcal disease prevention. This field-based role will serve as a trusted scientific partner to healthcare providers, public health officials, and key opinion leaders (KOLs) to support vaccine education, clinical development, and real-world evidence generation.
Depending on experience, the role may be leveled at Senior MSL, offering expanded responsibilities in strategic leadership and mentorship.
Essential Functions:- Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain scientific relationships with key opinion leaders, clinicians, researchers, and public health stakeholders.
- Scientific Engagement: Communicate epidemiological, clinical and real-world data regarding pneumococcal disease and Vaxcyte's candidate vaccine.
- Evidence Generation Support: Where relevant, support investigator-initiated studies and clinical trial recruitment in vaccine research.
- Insight Collection and cross-functional collaboration: Gather and share field insights on pneumococcal disease landscape, vaccine data needs, and recommendation scenarios.
- Education and Engagement: Represent the company at scientific meetings, conferences, and stakeholder events.
- Compliance: Uphold ethical standards and regulatory guidelines in all field activities.
Requirements:- Advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, MD, MPH) in life sciences, immunology, or public health preferred.
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in medical affairs, clinical research, or infectious disease.
- Strong knowledge of immunology and vaccine development.
- Excellent communication skills with ability to address scientific and public health audiences.
- Travel: MSL positions are field-based and require significant travel, which can vary depending on the assigned territory.
- Ability to travel up to 70% of the time.
- Other combinations of education and/or experience may be considered.
Reports to: Senior Director, Medical Affairs
Location: Remote - United States
Compensation:The compensation package will be competitive and includes comprehensive benefits and an equity component.
Salary Range: $184,000 - $215,000
