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Associate Director, Medical Science Liaison - Southeastern PA / New Jersey

Cytokinetics
August 21, 2026
Full-time
Remote friendly (United States)
Worldwide
Medical Affairs
Role: Senior (Sr.) Medical Scientist / Associate Director Medical Scientist, serving as a key scientific field-based resource in cardiovascular therapeutic areas, primarily hypertrophic cardiomyopathy and heart failure. Responsibilities include developing territory strategic plans, engaging Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), supporting scientific exchange, and contributing to medical education and conference activities. The role supports pipeline products in development and collaborates across Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, and Commercial teams, with a focus on advancing scientific understanding and external relationships. Requirements: Advanced degree (PharmD, PhD, MD/DO, MS, PA, ARNP); for Sr. level, 0-5 years industry experience; for Associate Director, at least 5 years CV Medical Science Liaison (MSL) experience, preferably in hypertrophic cardiomyopathy or heart failure. Candidates must possess strong communication skills, regulatory compliance knowledge, and the ability to travel domestically (~30-50%) and occasionally internationally. High-value specifics include cardiovascular disease focus, pipeline support, and engagement with external healthcare professionals and scientific communities. Location: Southeastern PA, Philadelphia, New Jersey; hybrid or remote work may be considered.