Medical Science Liaison – Obesity and Related Conditions

Amgen

. Act as the primary scientific/clinical resource to Opinion Leaders, Population Health Decision Makers and other healthcare providers .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeRemote • Mississippi • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $156,998 - $212,410 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Medical Affairs with a focus on Obesity and Related Conditions, effectively communicating scientific and clinical data to healthcare providers and stakeholders. Proven ability to build relationships and support research initiatives while adhering to compliance standards.

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Medical Affairs ExperienceObesity And Related Conditions ExpertiseExcellent Communication SkillsClinical Research ExperienceStakeholder Engagement

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Hard Skills

Clinical ResearchScientific CommunicationData AnalysisMedical Strategy ExecutionCompliance Standards

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingCollaborationLeadership

Tools & Technologies

Veeva CRM

Certifications & Qualifications

Pharm.D.Ph.D.M.D.D.O.

Industry Keywords

Cardiometabolic ExpertiseHealthcare TrendsPeer-To-Peer ActivitiesClinical InvestigatorsPopulation Health Decision Makers

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as the primary scientific/clinical resource to Opinion Leaders, Population Health Decision Makers and other healthcare providers
Execute Amgen Medical function and product strategy as led by MSL Leadership
Conduct peer-to-peer activities with Obesity and Related Conditions Opinion Leaders, community healthcare providers and PHDMs
Engage with clinical investigators and sites in support of the obesity pipeline
Communicate scientific, clinical outcomes and economic data to PHDMs within assigned IDNs and institutions
Connect external and internal stakeholders to amplify Amgen’s reach and patient access
Conduct in-depth scientific exchange 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
Present field observations and insights to internal stakeholders
Lead and support congress activities
Support speaker training and ensure speakers are updated on new data
Lead or participate in project teams supporting MSL strategies and tactics
Partner compliantly across Amgen field roles to coordinate a One Amgen experience
Execute administrative responsibilities and training, including Veeva CRM, expense reports and compliance modules
Report to an Obesity and Related Conditions MSL Field Director

Requirements

What you’ll need

Doctorate degree, or Master’s degree and 3 years of Medical Affairs experience, or Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of Medical Affairs experience
Pharm.D., Ph.D., M.D. or D.O. preferred
1+ years Medical Affairs experience preferred
4 or more years in a medically related field, including 1 year focused on clinical practice, clinical research, or medical research preferred
Cardiometabolic and/or Obesity and Related Conditions expertise preferred
Experience with designated territory preferred
Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders
Excellent communication skills to effectively communicate scientific data
Ability to maintain and improve clinical/scientific acumen and expertise with current data/information and healthcare trends
Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed

Benefits

Comp & perks

Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions
Group medical, dental and vision coverage
Life and disability insurance
Flexible spending accounts
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
Career development opportunities
Reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities