Medical Science Liaison, Rare Disease - San Diego and Arizona
Amgen
August 28, 2026
Full-time
On-site
San Diego, CA
Medical Affairs
Role: Medical Science Liaison (MSL) specializing in Rare Diseases, focusing on Severe Active MPA/GPA & Sjogren’s Disease, covering San Diego and Arizona. Objectives: serve as a primary scientific resource, educate healthcare providers, payers, and advocacy groups on clinical and economic data, and support research initiatives to improve patient outcomes. Responsibilities include engaging with opinion leaders, implementing scientific engagement plans, supporting speaker training, liaising with investigators for non-sponsored research, and participating in congress activities. The role involves cross-functional collaboration, scientific communication, and clinical support, with a focus on rare autoimmune conditions within the therapeutic areas Amgen targets. Qualifications: Doctorate degree or Master’s with 3 years or Bachelor’s with 5 years of Medical Affairs experience; preferred PhDs, MDs, or DOs. Skills include strong communication, interpersonal abilities, and up to 60% travel, potentially working long hours for territory management and conferences. Relevant experience in Rare Disease, Nephrology, or Rheumatology is advantageous. The position is field-based, emphasizing scientific expertise, strategic engagement, and compliance with regulatory standards.