Ophthamology Medical Science Liaison

Syneos Health Careers$180K — $197K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Advanced degree (e.g., PharmD, PhD, MD, NP, PA, OD) in life sciences required.
  • 3+ years of Medical Science Liaison experience preferred in eye care.
  • Deep scientific knowledge and passion for ophthalmology essential.
  • Experience with payer presentations is advantageous.
  • Ability to interpret complex clinical data required.
  • Strong presentation and collaboration skills needed.
  • Willingness to travel extensively (60-80%) within assigned territory.

Responsibilities

  • Engage in scientific dialogue with healthcare professionals to gain insights.
  • Cultivate relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and understand clinical practices.
  • Plan and execute medical strategies for assigned customers.
  • Communicate clinical data through presentations and educational programs.
  • Support unsolicited medical inquiries and scientific exchanges.
  • Gather field-generated insights to enhance Medical Affairs strategies.
  • Collaborate with field-based and commercial colleagues for scientific expertise.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation package offered.
  • Comprehensive health benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision.
  • 401(k) plan with company match available.
  • Flexible paid time off (PTO) and sick time provided.
  • Commitment to diversity and inclusion within the workplace.
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Description

Responsibilities :

The Medical Science Liaison is a field-based, scientific, and clinical expert who strategically supports the medical and scientific objectives of the program. Key aspects of this role will include engaging in peer-to-peer scientific dialogue with healthcare professionals that translate into meaningful insights while serving as a therapeutic expert.

Additional responsibilities include:
  • Establish, cultivate, and maintain scientific relationships with KOL's while developing a strong understanding of clinical practice as it relates to areas of interest to advance scientific and medical knowledge.
  • Plan and execute medical strategy and engagement for appropriate assigned customer.
  • Communicate clinical and scientific data to KOLs and healthcare professionals through presentations, educational programs, and scientific discussions.
  • Serve as the primary resource to provide support for addressing unsolicited medical questions and other scientific exchange matters.
  • Identify, gather, and document field generated scientific insights to drive innovative Medical Affairs strategies while complying with industry and corporate policies and procedures.
  • Maintain scientific and clinical knowledge base through continuous learning and awareness of related scientific literature to enable meaningful scientific exchange
  • Collaborate with field-based Medical colleagues, appropriate Commercial colleagues, and the broader organization to provide scientific expertise and share Medical insights in support of internal and external activities

Requirements :

Along with your ability to remain at the forefront of your field, you must possess:
  • Advanced degree required (e.g., PharmD, PhD, MD, NP, PA, OD or equivalent in life sciences)
  • 3+ years of prior Medical Science Liaison experience (in eye care highly preferred)
  • Deep scientific knowledge and genuine passion for ophthalmology
  • Prior experience with payer presentations is a plus
  • Ability to interpret and communicate complex clinical and scientific data
  • Strong presentation, communication, and collaboration skills
  • Willingness to travel up to 60-80% within assigned territory
  • Valid driver's license and ability to travel by car and air

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $180,000-$197,500 The base salary range represents the anticipated low and high of the Syneos Health range for this position. Actual salary will vary based on various factors such as the candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role. In addition, some positions may include a company car or car allowance and eligibility to earn commissions/bonus based on company and / or individual performance

At Syneos Health, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. If your past experience doesn't align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway. At times, we will consider transferable skills from previous roles. We also encourage you to join our Talent Network to stay connected to additional career opportunities.



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At Syneos Health, we believe in providing an environment and culture in which Our People can thrive, develop and advance. We reward and recognize our people by providing valuable benefits and a quality-of-life balance. The benefits for this position will include a competitive compensation package, Health benefits to include Medical, Dental and Vision, Company match 401k, flexible paid time off (PTO) and sick time. Because certain states and municipalities have regulated paid sick time requirements, eligibility for paid sick time may vary depending on where you work. Syneos Health complies with all applicable federal, state, and municipal paid sick time requirements.

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