Senior Medical Science Liaison, Rheumatology - Lake Erie Region

Role: Senior Medical Science Liaison (MSL) specializing in Rheumatology, serving as a scientific expert to engage healthcare professionals, KOLs, and internal teams within Upstate NY, PA, and OH. Objectives include advancing scientific credibility, providing balanced medical information, supporting investigator-initiated studies, and contributing to medical strategy. Core responsibilities encompass developing engagement plans aligned with Medical Affairs strategies, fostering high-quality scientific exchanges, identifying educational gaps, leveraging AI tools for insights, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. The role involves building relationships with HCPs, translating complex clinical data into meaningful discussions, and supporting research initiatives. Requirements: Doctorate-level degree (PharmD, PhD, MD, etc.), 2+ years demonstrated success as an MSL, strong therapeutic and scientific expertise, and willingness to travel up to 70%. Preferred qualifications include residency/fellowship, therapeutic area knowledge, familiarity with digital tools, and residence in major metro areas such as Columbus, Cleveland, or Syracuse. High-value specifics: Focus on immunology/rheumatology therapeutic areas, involvement in clinical research, investigator support, and adherence to compliance standards. The position involves collaboration with R&D, Medical Affairs, and external healthcare stakeholders, with a key emphasis on scientific exchange and research support.