Senior Medical Science Liaison - Gastroenterology

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Ardelyx

Atlanta, US · Full-time · $185,000 – $232,000

About this role

Ardelyx is a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on redefining treatment approaches for patients with significant unmet medical needs. The Senior Medical Science Liaison serves as a field-based advanced technical, scientific, and medical expert who answers product-related questions from healthcare professionals.

The Senior MSL provides clinical and scientific presentations and medical education programs while developing collaborative relationships with Key Opinion Leaders within academic, clinical, and healthcare organizations. These exchanges support and expand current therapeutic concepts.

Team Ardelyx is united by a shared mission and guided by core values of being Passionate, Fearless, Dedicated, and Inclusive. The company fosters an environment where employees are respected, supported, and empowered to make an impact for patients.

The Senior MSL builds upon foundational responsibilities by providing advanced scientific engagement, deeper strategic input, and informal leadership. This role aligns field insights with broader medical strategy and serves as a mentor to peers.

Requirements

Recognized subject matter expert in the therapeutic area with ability to deliver advanced scientific engagement.
Demonstrated skill in developing and managing relationships with Key Opinion Leaders and academic centers.
Proven capacity to work effectively in a self-directed manner within a constantly changing environment.
Experience leading department-wide projects and contributing to national field medical initiatives.
Strong ability to obtain, integrate, and communicate HCP feedback to align with medical strategy.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary field-based medical liaison providing medical information and scientific exchange to external and internal stakeholders.
Identify, establish, and manage collaborative relationships with local, national, and regional medical and scientific leaders to address scientific needs.
Present healthcare professionals with accurate, unbiased, and balanced answers to unsolicited requests for information.
Establish scientific and clinical relationships with thought leaders and academic centers to expand research and educational opportunities.
Engage in non-product discussions on disease state, diagnosis, epidemiology, and unmet medical needs.
Lead department-wide projects and participate in cross-functional activities that serve strategic initiatives.
Provide strategic insights by maintaining expertise in the therapeutic area to support company objectives.
Monitor the competitive environment for advances and trends and provide feedback to internal stakeholders.

Benefits

Inclusive environment where employees are respected, supported, and empowered to make an impact.
Collaborative and purpose-driven culture united by shared mission and core values.
Opportunity to create meaningful impact for patients with significant unmet medical needs.