Medical Science Liaison – Obesity, Related Conditions

Amgen

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

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California • 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 Cardiometabolic and Obesity-related conditions, effectively communicating scientific data to healthcare providers and stakeholders. Proven ability to build relationships and support clinical research initiatives while maintaining compliance with industry standards.

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Medical Affairs ExperienceCardiometabolic ExpertiseClinical Research ExperienceExcellent Communication SkillsStakeholder Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

Scientific Data CommunicationClinical ResearchMedical Strategy ExecutionHealthcare Trend AnalysisVeeva CRM

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingCollaborationLeadership

Certifications & Qualifications

Doctorate DegreePharm.D.Ph.D.M.D.D.O.

Industry Keywords

Medical AffairsObesityPopulation HealthClinical InvestigatorsHealthcare Providers

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 to provide accurate scientific information and improve patient outcomes
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 and related conditions pipeline
Communicate clinical, outcomes, and economic data to PHDMs within assigned IDNs and other 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 potentially serve as a study lead
Liaise with potential investigators in non-sponsored clinical research
Provide 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 across Amgen field roles to create a coordinated One Amgen experience
Execute administrative responsibilities and training, including Veeva CRM, expense reports, and compliance modules
Maintain clinical/scientific expertise and awareness of healthcare trends

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
Preferred: Pharm.D., Ph.D., M.D. or D.O. (other doctoral degrees considered)
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
Current experience in Scientific Affairs or Medical Affairs at a biotech or pharmaceutical company
Cardiometabolic and/or Obesity and related conditions expertise
Experience with designated territory
Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders
Excellent communication skills to effectively communicate scientific data
Maintain and improve clinical/scientific acumen and expertise with current data/information and healthcare trends

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
Stock-based long-term incentives
Award-winning time-off plans
Flexible work models where possible
Career development opportunities
Work/life balance plans
Financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals