Medical Science Liaison – Ophthalmology, Endocrinology

Amgen

. Serve as a scientific liaison to the medical/scientific community .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $156,998 - $212,410 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Medical Affairs with a strong focus on building relationships within the medical community, effectively communicating scientific information, and managing territory operations. Proficient in networking, collaboration, and evaluating clinical research opportunities to support strategic initiatives.

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Medical Affairs ExperienceDoctorate DegreeExceptional Communication SkillsNetworking AbilityTerritory Management

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Hard Skills

Scientific LiaisonClinical Research EvaluationMedical Information IntegrationSpeaker TrainingCustomer Feedback Communication

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsProactive DemeanorSelf-Directed Work Ethic

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficePCIPad

Certifications & Qualifications

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

Industry Keywords

BiotechPharmaceuticalMedical CommunityClinical StrategyHealth Economics

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a scientific liaison to the medical/scientific community
Establish, develop, and maintain relationships with prominent experts and clinicians throughout the US
Network and partner with medical thought leaders, academic institutions, large group practices, medical directors, managed care decision makers, and pharmacy directors
Understand, integrate, and communicate scientific/medical information and commercial value of products
Work in a self-directed manner and obtain, integrate, and communicate customer feedback
Pair customers’ unmet needs with available internal resources
Collaborate with functional areas on scientific, medical, and health economic information opportunities
Identify potential new speakers and train them on scientific content for sponsored external speaker programs
Participate in conferences, meetings, and scientific venues to support Medical/Clinical strategy and maintain relationships with investigators
Evaluate external clinical research collaboration opportunities and facilitate investigator-initiated and company-sponsored trials
Monitor competitive advances, trends, treatment management, therapies, products, and features; provide feedback to senior leadership
Manage a territory including Alabama, Louisiana, Arkansas, and Mississippi

Requirements

What you’ll need

Doctorate degree OR Master’s degree & 3 years of Medical Affairs experience OR Bachelor’s degree & 5 years of Medical Affairs experience
Pharm.D., Ph.D., M.D. or D.O. preferred; other doctoral degrees considered
Two years of proven experience in scientific or medical affairs at a biotech or pharmaceutical company preferred
Exceptional oral and written communication and interpersonal skills, including strong networking ability
Ability to travel up to 60% for territory management, regional and national conferences/workshops, and company meetings
Ability to work up to 15-hour days due to travel when needed
Ability to learn new business applications across hardware tools such as PC and iPad
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Professional, proactive demeanor
Strong interpersonal skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed

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, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
Stock-based long-term incentives
Award-winning time-off plans
Flexible work models, including remote and hybrid work arrangements, where possible
Career development opportunities
Financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals
Work/life balance support