Role Overview 

We are seeking a Medical Science Liaison to join Tenpoint Therapeutics as a trusted scientific partner to physicians and healthcare providers. This is an external-facing role responsible for building and maintaining strategic relationships with key opinion leaders, facilitating scientific exchange, data dissemination, and supporting medical education initiatives. You will play a critical role in communicating clinical and scientific information, gathering field insights, and serving as a bridge between the medical community and internal teams across Tenpoint Therapeutics.

This role covers our Southeast territory, including Florida. You must be based in the Atlanta, GA, or Miami, FL area. Willingness to travel up to 60%-70%.

Key Responsibilities 

Scientific Engagement & KOL Development

• Build long-term, trust-based relationships with physicians, eye care professionals, and researchers to serve as a trusted scientific partner
• Respond to unsolicited requests for medical information with fair, balanced, and scientifically accurate information
• Responsible for the development and maintenance of a strategic engagement plan
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation of field activities within the CRM system
• Executes on MSL goals and objectives in alignment with Medical Affairs strategic plans

Scientific Exchange & Insights

• Facilitate high-quality scientific discussions around clinical data, unmet needs, and real-world application of clinical insights
• Conduct quality scientific presentations to educate external experts
• Gather and synthesize actionable insights from external engagement to inform medical strategy, evidence generation, and educational initiatives
• Provide feedback to internal stakeholders on emerging trends, unmet needs, and competitive developments within the therapeutic landscape
• Maintain high level of therapeutic area expertise and stay informed on scientific developments and trends in the presbyopia clinical landscape

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Medical Affairs, Commercial, and Marketing to ensure aligned, compliant execution of field activities
• Contribute to ongoing scientific and medical trainings within the MSL team and other internal partners
• Support congress strategy through attending relevant sessions, staffing the medical booth, synthesizing insights, and proactively facilitating KOL engagement with internal partners and leadership

Experience 

• Advanced scientific or clinical degree required (PharmD, PhD, MD, DO, NP, PA, or equivalent)
• Previous experience or relevant knowledge in ophthalmology, optometry, or eye care preferred
• 3+ years of experience as a Medical Science Liaison or in a related field-based medical role within the pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical device industries
• Deep scientific and clinical knowledge in ophthalmology or optometry, with the ability to engage credibly with leading researchers and clinicians
• Proven ability to build and manage relationships with key opinion leaders and academic institutions
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate complex scientific data into clear, meaningful dialogue
• Demonstrated ability to gather, synthesize, and communicate field insights to inform strategy
• Strategic mindset with comfort operating in dynamic, evolving environments
• High ethical standards, integrity, and commitment to compliance
• Must reside within assigned territory
• Currently have and maintain an unexpired driver’s license and maintain a satisfactory driving record.

Physical Requirements & Reasonable Accommodation

This position requires the ability to:

·       Travel to client sites, which may involve driving a car and/or utilizing other forms of transportation like planes, trains, or taxis. Must be able to navigate various environments, including office buildings, parking lots, outdoor settings, and transit centers.

·       Operate a computer and communicate effectively in a remote work environment.

·       Sit for extended periods, engage in video or phone meetings, and use standard office equipment.

·       Lift and transport materials up to 25 pounds occasionally.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

 

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Consistent with applicable law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances.

 

Salary and Benefits Information 

We know our people are the driving force behind the success of our mission and vision. That’s why we offer a competitive benefit package to attract the very best talent to our team and to take care of our employees and their families.​​​​​​​ Below is a snapshot of our U.S. benefits package for full-time employees. 

• Generous medical, dental, and vision health insurance plans 

• Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care 

• Short-term, long-term, and life/AD&D insurance 

• Employee Assistance Program 

• 20 paid vacation days, 12 paid holidays, and 12 sick days 

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with 100% company match up to 4% and immediate vesting 

• Hybrid work options 

• Wellness Resources 

• Stock Options 

 

For more information, visit www.tenpointherapeutics.com and follow us on LinkedIn, X, and Instagram.

About Tenpoint Therapeutics

Tenpoint Therapeutics is a global, commercial biotechnology company focused on developing groundbreaking treatments to improve vision in the aging eye. Our pipeline includes paradigm-shifting therapeutics for ophthalmic indications with significant unmet medical need, including presbyopia, cataracts, and geographic atrophy.

Our lead product, YUVEZZI™, is the first and only dual-agent eye drop for the treatment of presbyopia in adults and was approved by the FDA on January 28, 2026. Presbyopia, the gradual loss of near vision that typically begins around age 45, affects about two billion people globally and 128 million people in the U.S. YUVEZZI™ is expected to be broadly commercially available in the U.S. in Q2 2026.