Senior Medical Science Liaison – U.S. Medical, Rare Disease, Sjögren’s Disease

Amgen

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

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeRemote • Pennsylvania • United StatesSenior💰 $172,344 - $233,172 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Medical Affairs with a strong focus on scientific communication and stakeholder engagement, particularly in Rheumatology and Sjögren’s Disease. Proven ability to lead projects, mentor peers, and execute compliance-driven strategies within the biotech or pharmaceutical industry.

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Medical Science Liaison ExperienceRheumatology ExpertiseScientific Communication SkillsStakeholder Relationship ManagementVeeva CRM Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Medical AffairsClinical ResearchScientific ExchangeData PresentationProject LeadershipClinical PracticeCompliance StandardsResearch SupportField ObservationsMentoring

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationRelationship BuildingTeam CollaborationAdaptabilityLeadership

Tools & Technologies

Veeva CRMExpense Reporting ToolsCompliance Modules

Certifications & Qualifications

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

Industry Keywords

BiotechPharmaceuticalSjögren’s DiseaseGPA/MPAPopulation HealthHealthcare ProvidersOpinion LeadersClinical PracticeMedical ResearchScientific Affairs

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 GPA/MPA and Sjögren’s Disease Opinion Leaders, community healthcare providers, and PHDMs
Communicate scientific, clinical, outcomes, and economic data within assigned IDNs and institutions
Connect external and internal stakeholders to amplify Amgen’s reach and patient access
Conduct focused and balanced 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
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 create a coordinated One Amgen experience
Mentor other MSLs as designated by MSL leadership
Complete administrative responsibilities and training in a timely manner

Requirements

What you’ll need

Doctorate degree & 2 years of Medical Affairs experience OR Master’s degree & 6 years of Medical Affairs experience OR Bachelor’s degree & 8 years of Medical Affairs experience
Pharm.D., Ph.D., M.D. or D.O. preferred; other doctoral degrees considered
Seven or more years in a medically related field, including 1 year focused on clinical practice, clinical research, or medical research preferred
2+ years in a medical science liaison role in a biotech or pharmaceutical company preferred
Current experience in Scientific Affairs or Medical Affairs at a biotech or pharmaceutical company preferred
Rheumatology, GPA/MPA and/or Sjögren’s Disease 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
Maintain and improve clinical/scientific acumen and expertise with current data/information and healthcare trends
Ability to execute administrative responsibilities and training, including Veeva CRM, expense reports, and compliance modules
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
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 where possible
Career development opportunities
Financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals
Work/life balance