Medical Science Liaison, Rare Disease

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced, innovative, and self-driven Medical Science Liaison (MSL) to support medical engagement efforts within rare disease. This role is fully virtual and focused on engaging healthcare providers (HCPs) across a broad U.S. territory through remote interactions.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in rare diseases, thrive in dynamic and evolving environments, and bring an entrepreneurial mindset suited for building processes in a lean, biotech-style organization. This role requires someone comfortable working independently while maintaining close cross-functional collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain virtual scientific engagement with HCPs treating patients in rare disease indications across a defined U.S. region (East or West Coast).
• Deliver accurate, balanced, and timely medical and scientific information to HCPs.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams, particularly commercial (sales), to ensure aligned field engagement strategies.
• Contribute to referral pathway development, stakeholder mapping, and HCP targeting strategy.
• Gather and communicate field insights to medical affairs leadership to inform strategy and planning.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant clinical data, treatment guidelines, and emerging science in rare diseases.
• Represent the company at medical conferences and scientific meetings, as needed.
• Ensure all interactions and activities comply with corporate policies and regulatory guidelines.

Required Qualifications

• PharmD, PhD, or MD required
• NPs considered with extensive experience in rare diseases
• Minimum of 2 years of MSL experience
• Strong preference for candidates with rare disease background
• Prior experience in small or emerging biotech environments preferred
• Demonstrated success in remote/virtual engagement with HCPs

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract through December 2026 + extensions

Job function

• Science, Research, and Business Development

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care
• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
• Biotechnology Research

Note: This role is remote (East or West Coast) within the U.S. and may require occasional travel to conferences or meetings as needed.

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