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Medical Science Liaison - Rare Diseases

Amgen SA
London
11 months ago
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HOW MIGHT YOU DEFY IMAGINATION?

If you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. At Amgen, our shared mission—to serve patients—drives all that we do. It is key to our becoming one of the world’s leading biotechnology companies. We are global collaborators who achieve together—researching, manufacturing, and delivering ever-better products that reach over 10 million patients worldwide. It’s time for a career you can be proud of. Join us.

MEDICAL SCIENCE LIAISON - Rare Diseases

What you will do

In this pivotal field-based role, you will engage with healthcare professionals to educate and communicate clinical and scientific data, advancing Amgen’s scientific platform in alignment with the company's goals and objectives.

  • Respond to unsolicited inquiries consistent with the MSL compliance standards
  • Provide and/or present field observations and insights to internal collaborators
  • 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
  • Liaise with potential investigators in non-sponsored clinical research
  • Lead and/or participate on project teams that support MSL strategies and tactics
  • Advance the MSL value proposition, identify gaps, achieve results, and set an example for others to follow by consistently demonstrating Amgen's values and leadership attributes
  • Lead and support congress activities as aligned with strategy
  • Collaborate with cross-functional colleagues and serve as the main point of contact
  • Maintain clinical acuity and expertise and ensure timely completion of assigned training

Your field insights will contribute to strategy development and address research and unmet needs. This role demands a professional capable of optimally communicating complex scientific matters with stakeholders at all levels, fostering strong relationships with the medical community, and driving forward Amgen’s mission to improve patient health outcomes.

Be part of our team

You will join a Medical team comprising of a Medical Manager, Scientific Communications Manager, Medical Science Liaisons, and Cross-functional partner teams.

What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. What we seek in you as an experienced professional are these qualifications and skills:

  • Advanced degree (e.g. PharmD, PhD, MSc) is preferred but candidates with an undergraduate degree in a relevant subject area and proven experience will be considered
  • Previous field-based experience as MSL, KAM, or Sales Rep preferably within rare disease
  • Knowledge and experience of the ABPI code and regulatory process and working knowledge of the NHS

What you can expect of us

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also care for our teammates’ professional and personal growth and well-being.

  • Clear and disciplined strategic vision for the future that leverages superior-quality products, operational excellence, and top-shelf talent
  • Diverse and inclusive community of belonging, where teammates are empowered to bring ideas to the table and act
  • Generous Total Rewards Plan comprising health, finance and wealth, work/life balance, and career benefits

LOCATION:This is a national role and can be based anywhere in the UK, with frequent travel required.

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for a career that defies imagination

In our quest to serve patients above all else, Amgen is the first to imagine, and the last to doubt. Join us.

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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided a 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 an accommodation.

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