Medical Science Liaison Lead - Obesity

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MEDICAL SCIENCE LIAISON LEAD – OBESITY

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What you will do

In this role, you will drive medical excellence within the Obesity Therapeutic Area. This is a newly created position that will emphasizes scientific and medical leadership, and supporting the strategic execution of medical programs within the UK and across Spain, Italy and Portugal. This role demands a high level of technical expertise in the obesity therapy area, strategic thinking to drive excellence and support the successful execution of medical strategy

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Clinical Trial Support:

• Collaborate with clinical teams and ensure efficient trial start-up, enrollment, retention and execution, particularly in new therapy areas.
• Identify, map and implement local scientific engagement plan, identify and map KOLs (Key Opinion Leaders), clinical leaders, investigators, and research centers in relevant therapy areas, and engage them in clinical trial activities. (in collaboration with External Engagement and/or local Medical team)
• Provide scientific and medical expertise during site selection, initiation visits, and throughout the trial phases, including study close-out activities.
• Lead discussions with clinical experts to guide trial execution and ensure site staff are thoroughly trained on the scientific background of the trials.
• Resolve medical challenges and support CRAs on specific operational issues during clinical trial.

Scientific Engagement:

• Engage in peer-to-peer scientific exchange with KOLs, to advance the company's scientific platform, implementation science-related projects aiming to improve patient outcomes through advisory boards, scientific meetings, interactions with medical society stakeholders and engagement with HCP associations
• Collect, analyze and share early scientific insights by discussing development data with external experts and engaging with medical societies and patient advocacy groups.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Partner with clinical operations, regional teams, and cross-functional teams within the affiliates of the UK, Spain, Italy and Portugal to align on medical and scientific objectives.
• Engage with local functions, including Access and Medical, to support local OLs and investigators in discussions on access planning and pre-launch preparations.
• Contribute scientific, clinical, and medical perspectives to national product strategy within a collaboratively optimized cross-functional team
• Collaborate across all field roles to create a coordinated and consistent "One Amgen" experience for healthcare providers.

Medical Training and Guidance:

• Provide timely and expert medical guidance to clinical staff, including the creation and delivery of training programs.
• Mentor colleagues as appropriate, providing leadership in scientific exchange and strategic execution.

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What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. What we seek in you as an experienced professional, are these qualifications and skills:

Strengths You'll Need:

• A deep understanding of clinical trials from a medical perspective, with a strong understanding of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and the nuances and differences of the healthcare systems of the UK, Spain, Italy and Portugal.
• Strong scientific competence and the ability to communicate complex medical information effectively to diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships with KOLs, investigators, and other key stakeholders.
• High level of initiative, innovation, and independence in performing tasks and prioritizing activities.
• Effective problem solving and decision making skills

Qualifications:

• Scientific education (PhD, PharmD) coupled with experience gained within biopharmaceutical industry
• Experience in clinical trials is preferred
• Expertise in metabolic diseases
• Proven ability to engage with KOLs and drive scientific discussions that impact clinical trial execution.

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What you can expect of us

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, so we work to care for our teammates’ professional and personal growth and well-being.

• Clear and disciplined strategic vision for the future that leverages superior-quality products, operational excellence, and top-shelf-talent
• Diverse and inclusive community of belonging, where teammates are empowered to bring ideas to the table and act
• Generous Total Rewards Plan comprising health, finance and wealth, work/life balance, and career benefits

LOCATION: This is a UK national role that requires travel within the UK but occasional international travel should be expected.

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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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