Senior Medical Science Liaison, Inborn Errors of Metabolism in United States Embassy at Jobgether

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Medical Science Liaison, Inborn Errors of Metabolism based in the United States.

This role offers the opportunity to serve as a key scientific partner within the rare disease medical community, supporting the advancement of innovative therapies for patients with complex metabolic disorders.
The Senior Medical Science Liaison will drive meaningful scientific engagement with healthcare professionals, researchers, and centers of excellence across an assigned territory.
The position combines field-based medical expertise, strategic relationship building, and cross-functional collaboration to support clinical development and future treatment initiatives.
The successful candidate will contribute valuable medical insights, educate stakeholders, and help shape strategies that improve patient outcomes.
Working in a collaborative and science-driven environment, this role provides the opportunity to influence the future of rare disease medicine.
With a focus on scientific excellence and patient impact, the position is ideal for an experienced medical affairs professional passionate about advancing transformative healthcare solutions.

The Senior Medical Science Liaison will act as a trusted scientific resource, fostering high-quality engagement with healthcare providers, key opinion leaders, and research communities while supporting medical affairs strategies within the assigned region.

• Deliver fair, balanced scientific presentations and respond to unsolicited medical inquiries from healthcare professionals in academic, community, and clinical settings.
• Develop and execute regional engagement strategies with key opinion leaders and centers of excellence to support impactful scientific exchange.
• Gather, analyze, and communicate medical insights that inform scientific strategies, research priorities, and future development initiatives.
• Build strong relationships with external experts to understand perspectives on rare disease treatment approaches and identify opportunities for collaboration.
• Support clinical research activities, including investigator-initiated studies, collaborative research projects, and clinical trial site identification.
• Partner with clinical operations teams to help improve patient enrollment and engagement with ongoing clinical studies.
• Represent medical affairs in cross-functional projects and contribute expertise to internal initiatives.
• Participate in scientific conferences and medical meetings, providing post-event insights, competitive intelligence, and strategic recommendations.
• Maintain accurate documentation of activities, comply with internal policies, manage territory responsibilities, and complete required administrative tasks.
• Travel approximately 60% within the assigned region and nationally, including occasional overnight travel.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong scientific background, experience in medical affairs, and the ability to communicate complex clinical information effectively with diverse stakeholders.

• Terminal degree such as MD, PhD, or PharmD in a relevant clinical or medical discipline, with at least 2 years of prior Medical Science Liaison experience.
• Candidates with an advanced degree such as MS, MSN, or MPH and 5+ years of MSL experience in a related therapeutic area will also be considered.
• Strong scientific and clinical expertise, preferably within rare diseases or inborn errors of metabolism.
• Proven ability to present complex medical and scientific information in both virtual and in-person environments.
• Understanding of healthcare systems, patient care pathways, and regional medical practices.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements related to scientific exchange, product promotion, and healthcare professional engagement.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to identify opportunities, build partnerships, and contribute to business and medical objectives.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and successfully oversee territory responsibilities.
• Strong organizational skills, accountability, and ability to consistently deliver results.

• Competitive annual salary range of $195,600 - $241,600 USD.
• Eligibility for annual bonus opportunities and equity incentives.
• Flexible remote field-based work model.
• Generous paid vacation time and company-observed public holidays.
• Volunteer days to support community engagement.
• Long-term incentive programs and employee stock purchase opportunities.
• Employee wellbeing resources and fitness reimbursement.
• Tuition support and professional development opportunities.
• Career growth initiatives and opportunities for continuous learning.