Medical Science Liaison - Metabolism

Role Overview

The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) is a field-based position of Medical Affairs that supports and represents PTC and its products with key opinion leaders, clinicians, academic institutions, and professional organizations. The MSL addresses clients' needs by responding to unsolicited requests for information about PTC's marketed and developing products, builds long‑term relationships, and serves as a resource to company management regarding market dynamics, business development, and client feedback. The MSL works cross‑functionally with internal departments and external resources on Medical Affairs related issues and supports adherence to regulatory requirements and company SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Attend national and regional medical meetings and symposia as a representative of PTC; engage in discussions with attendees, gather information, and summarize findings.
• Deliver fair‑balanced and objective clinical and scientific presentations to healthcare professionals, payors, and patient organizations in response to unsolicited requests for information on the use of company products.
• Identify speakers for advisory boards, symposia, and educational programs with regulatory approved materials, slide sets, abstracts, posters, etc.
• Support regional medical initiatives, e.g., advisory boards, as needed.
• Provide input to management regarding competitive therapies, business development opportunities/risks, and market insights.
• Establish, manage and maintain successful relations with relevant health authorities, including KOLs, HCPs, academic institutions, payors, patient organizations, etc.
• Facilitate the accurate and timely submission of applications for unrestricted educational grants or research initiatives and requests for support of studies, per company policy.
• Maintain a thorough awareness of medical/clinical, regulatory, compliance and quality issues and processes as they apply to PTC therapeutic areas and adhere to and support the standards established by the company.
• Maintain competitor information relevant to company's therapeutic areas, goals/objectives, project activities and product team priorities; stay current on therapeutic advances and competing therapies or products; analyze and apply relevant intelligence findings and communicate and present insightful data/impact in an efficient format to appropriate internal stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Advanced scientific degree (PhD, PharmD, MD, DNP, MSN, MS, Registered Dietician, or Genetic Counselor) with a minimum of 2 years of experience as MSL or equivalent.
• Experience supporting an orphan product and/or previous clinical experience in Inborn Errors of Metabolism, genetics, and/or rare diseases. Experience in Phenylketonuria is preferred.
• Experience supporting high-cost products that are distributed through a specialty pharmacy and require extensive coordination with patient access services.
• In-depth, hands‑on experience working with KOLs, clinicians, HCPs, payors, and/or academic institutions establishing/maintaining relationships and scientific/medical credibility.
• Demonstrated success in interpreting scientific data and presenting research information to scientists and HCPs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including scientific/technical writing and presentations.
• Excellent understanding of the pharmaceutical delivery process.
• Ability to influence without direct authority.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced, matrixed team environment.
• Analytical thinker with excellent problem‑solving skills and ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent planning, organization, and time‑management skills including the ability to support and prioritize multiple projects.

Additional Requirements

• Must possess a valid driver's license and a personal automobile with an active vehicle insurance policy.
• Must be able to travel on a daily basis to/from customer accounts and drive and/or fly long distances.
• This position requires overnight travel, with the amount varying by territory; overnight and/or weekend travel outside of the assigned territory is required.
• Daily entry to hospitals and other medical facilities is required; staff must meet credentialing requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting an orphan, rare disease and/or specialized drug(s).

Travel

Travel requirements: 50–60%

Compensation & Benefits

Expected base salary range: $153,000 - $199,200; depending on education, background, and experience. In addition to base salary, employees are eligible for short- and long-term incentives and may enroll in medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans.

EEO Statement

PTC Therapeutics is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, age, physical characteristics, social origin, disability, religion, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status or any unlawful criterion under applicable law. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and avoiding discrimination.