Senior Medical Science Liaison, Rare Disease - Northern California

Senior Medical Science Liaison, Rare Disease – Northern California Territory Northern California (San Francisco, Oakland, Sacramento, Fresno) What you will do The Rare Disease Sr. Medical Science Liaison (MSL) acts as the primary scientific/clinical resource to Opinion Leaders (OLs), Population Health Decision Makers (PHDMs) and other health care providers and is responsible for executing Amgen Medical function and product strategy as led by MSL Leadership, with the goal of giving accurate information to OLs, community healthcare providers and PHDMs to improve patient outcomes. The Rare Disease Severe Active MPA/GPA & Sjögren's Disease MSL is a field‑based position within the U.S. Medical team reporting to the Director, West Medical Science Liaison Team, Severe Active GPA/MPA & Sjögren's Disease. Accountabilities and Responsibilities for the Sr. MSL include: Majority of time spent on peer-to-peer activities with Severe Active GPA/MPA and Sjögren's Opinion Leaders, community healthcare providers, and PHDMs to discuss and advance the scientific platform as aligned with Amgen's corporate goals and objectives. Engage with PHDMs within assigned IDNs and other institutions to communicate scientific data of clinical value, outcomes, and economic data. Connect external and internal stakeholders to amplify Amgen's reach and access for patients. Conduct in-depth scientific exchange to provide focused and balanced clinical and scientific information 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. Provide and/or present field observations and insights to internal stakeholders to inform Amgen strategies. Lead and support congress activities as aligned with strategy. Support speaker training as requested and ensure the speakers are updated on new data. Lead and/or participate on project teams that support MSL strategies and tactics as delegated by MSL leadership. Compliantly partner across all Amgen field roles who share customers to create an appropriately coordinated One Amgen experience. MSLs instill passion and move HCPs to take action in improving patient care related to closing care gaps. Mentor other MSLs as designated by MSL leadership. Execute all administrative responsibilities and training (e.g., Veeva CRM, expense reports, compliance modules, etc.) in a timely manner. Maintain and improve clinical/scientific acumen and expertise with current data/information and healthcare trends. Build and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders, and possess excellent communication skills to effectively convey scientific data. Basic Qualifications Doctorate degree Masters degree and 3 years of Medical Affairs experience Bachelors degree and 5 years of Medical Affairs experience Preferred Qualifications Pharm.D., Ph.D., M.D. or D.O. (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. Experience in a medically related field can include post‑doctoral training (i.e., residencies and/or fellowships) 2+ years in a medical science liaison role in a biotech or pharmaceutical company and current experience in Scientific Affairs or Medical Affairs at a biotech or pharmaceutical company Rare Disease-GPA/MPA and/or Sjögren's Disease expertise Experience with designated territory Benefits Health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents Financial plans with opportunities to save toward retirement or other goals Work/life balance and career development opportunities 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, and 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 Equal Opportunity Employer Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. #J-18808-Ljbffr