Medical Science Liaison, Rare Disease – IA, MN, ND, SD, NE
Amgen, Des Moines, IA, United States
Join Amgen’s Mission of Serving Patients
At Amgen, if you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do.
Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas—Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease—we reach millions of patients each year. Amgen is advancing a broad and deep pipeline of medicines to treat cancer, heart disease, inflammatory conditions, rare diseases, and obesity and obesity‑related conditions. As a member of the Amgen team, you’ll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller, happier lives.
Medical Science Liaison, Rare Disease Territory to include IA, MN, ND, SD, NE What you will do
Engage with healthcare partners to educate and communicate clinical and scientific data to advance the scientific platform as aligned with Amgen’s company goals and objectives
Educate and communicate clinical value, outcomes, and economic data to payers, providers, key partners, advocacy, and access enablers
Respond to unsolicited inquiries consistent with the MSL compliance standards
Provide and/or present field observations and insights to internal collaborators
Implement a scientific engagement plan according to annual MSL goals and metrics
Develop and implement local OL plans in line with the scientific engagement plan
Support speaker training as requested and ensure the speakers are updated on new data
Support Amgen-sponsored research and may serve as a study lead
Liaise with potential investigators in non-sponsored clinical research
Lead and/or participate on project teams that support MSL strategies and tactics as delegated by MSL leadership
Advance the MSL value proposition, identify gaps, achieve results, and set an example for others by consistently demonstrating Amgen’s values and leadership attributes; demonstrate tact and integrity when communicating and interacting with others
Lead and support congress activities as aligned with strategy
Compliantly collaborate with cross‑functional colleagues; may serve as the main point of contact
Maintain clinical acuity and expertise and ensure timely completion of assigned training; may serve as a training lead, New Hire Mentor, and/or International MSL mentor or trainer
What we expect of you We are all different, yet we all use our outstanding contributions to serve patients. The confident professional we seek is a consistent performer with these qualifications.
Basic Qualifications
Doctorate degree
Master’s degree & 3 years of Medical Affairs experience
Bachelor’s degree & 5 years of Medical Affairs experience
Preferred Qualifications
Pharm.D., Ph.D., M.D. or D.O. (other doctoral degrees considered)
2 years of proven experience in scientific or medical affairs at a biotech or pharmaceutical company
Exceptional oral and written communication and interpersonal skills (including strong demonstration of ability to network) required
Ability to travel up to 60% for territory management, attendance at regional and national conferences/workshops, and attendance at company meetings
There may be a need to work up to 15‑hour days due to travel
Experience in Rare Disease, Nephrology, Rheumatology
What you can expect of us From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.
The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.
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
Application deadline Amgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position.
Sponsorship Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed.
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.
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Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas—Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease—we reach millions of patients each year. Amgen is advancing a broad and deep pipeline of medicines to treat cancer, heart disease, inflammatory conditions, rare diseases, and obesity and obesity‑related conditions. As a member of the Amgen team, you’ll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller, happier lives.
Medical Science Liaison, Rare Disease Territory to include IA, MN, ND, SD, NE What you will do
Engage with healthcare partners to educate and communicate clinical and scientific data to advance the scientific platform as aligned with Amgen’s company goals and objectives
Educate and communicate clinical value, outcomes, and economic data to payers, providers, key partners, advocacy, and access enablers
Respond to unsolicited inquiries consistent with the MSL compliance standards
Provide and/or present field observations and insights to internal collaborators
Implement a scientific engagement plan according to annual MSL goals and metrics
Develop and implement local OL plans in line with the scientific engagement plan
Support speaker training as requested and ensure the speakers are updated on new data
Support Amgen-sponsored research and may serve as a study lead
Liaise with potential investigators in non-sponsored clinical research
Lead and/or participate on project teams that support MSL strategies and tactics as delegated by MSL leadership
Advance the MSL value proposition, identify gaps, achieve results, and set an example for others by consistently demonstrating Amgen’s values and leadership attributes; demonstrate tact and integrity when communicating and interacting with others
Lead and support congress activities as aligned with strategy
Compliantly collaborate with cross‑functional colleagues; may serve as the main point of contact
Maintain clinical acuity and expertise and ensure timely completion of assigned training; may serve as a training lead, New Hire Mentor, and/or International MSL mentor or trainer
What we expect of you We are all different, yet we all use our outstanding contributions to serve patients. The confident professional we seek is a consistent performer with these qualifications.
Basic Qualifications
Doctorate degree
Master’s degree & 3 years of Medical Affairs experience
Bachelor’s degree & 5 years of Medical Affairs experience
Preferred Qualifications
Pharm.D., Ph.D., M.D. or D.O. (other doctoral degrees considered)
2 years of proven experience in scientific or medical affairs at a biotech or pharmaceutical company
Exceptional oral and written communication and interpersonal skills (including strong demonstration of ability to network) required
Ability to travel up to 60% for territory management, attendance at regional and national conferences/workshops, and attendance at company meetings
There may be a need to work up to 15‑hour days due to travel
Experience in Rare Disease, Nephrology, Rheumatology
What you can expect of us From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.
The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.
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
Application deadline Amgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position.
Sponsorship Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed.
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.
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