Medical Science Liaison (MSL) Rheumatology, Southern California/Southwest

 

Location: West US. Southern California/ Southwest
Reports to: National Executive Director 
Travel: ~ 60-80%

Who we are looking for:

The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) in Rheumatology will serves as a scientific expert, fostering partnerships with healthcare professionals, clinical researchers, and advocacy groups in relevant disorders. The MSL will deliver high-quality scientific exchange, provide education on emerging data, support clinical trial execution, and capture insights that inform medical strategy. The primary focus will be advancing the development of telitacicept for Sjogren’s Disease.

Key Responsibilities

Scientific Expertise

• Build and maintain expertise in the company’s rheumatology pipeline, disease biology, and evolving treatment landscape.
• Serve as a trusted scientific resource for internal colleagues and external stakeholders.
• Partner across Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, and Commercial to align strategies with scientific and patient community needs.
• Identify opportunities to contribute to scientific communication and evidence generation, including publications, education initiatives, and advisory programs.
• Participate in rheumatology-focused scientific meetings and congresses, gathering and sharing insights with internal teams.

KOL & Stakeholder Engagement

• Establish and nurture relationships with key opinion leaders, investigators, and clinical specialists in rheumatology.
• Facilitate transparent, non-promotional scientific exchange on disease awareness, diagnostics, investigational therapies, and broader therapeutic landscape.
• Engage investigators and clinical trial sites to support enrollment, protocol understanding, and research collaboration.
• Contribute to evidence generation through IIS and outcomes research collaborations.
• Adapt communication and engagement style to address the needs of both academic centers and community rheumatology practices.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with colleagues in Medical Affairs, Clinical, and Commercial to ensure scientific alignment and launch readiness.
• Provide timely, compliant responses to medical and scientific inquiries from stakeholders.
• Support advisory boards, educational initiatives, and training programs to strengthen medical and scientific capabilities across the organization.

 

Skills and Competencies

 

• Strong scientific acumen and ability to translate complex data into meaningful discussions with external experts.
• Excellent relationship-building skills and comfort engaging with rheumatologists, researchers, and healthcare providers.
• Demonstrated understanding of clinical trial operations and site engagement.
• Familiarity with the U.S. healthcare environment, spanning academic and community rheumatology practices.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across diverse internal functions and work independently in the field.
• High-level communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize in a dynamic environment.
• Willingness to travel extensively as needed.

 

 

Qualifications:

• Advanced degree required (PharmD, PhD, MD, or DO).
• 3+ years of MSL or equivalent field-based medical affairs experience in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry.
• Prior rheumatology experience required; MSL experience in Sjogren’s Disease, strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of medical and regulatory standards guiding interactions with healthcare professionals.

 

The salary range for the Medical Science Liaison is expected to be between $208,000 and $240,000 per year.  Individual pay may vary based on multiple factors including but not limited to relevant job-related skills, experience, education or training, market factors, and work location.

The salary range for the Senior Science Liaison is expected to be between $235,000 and $255,000 per year.  Individual pay may vary based on multiple factors including but not limited to relevant job-related skills, experience, education or training, market factors, and work location.