Senior Medical Science Liaison – Dermatology, GULF COAST

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Medical Science Liaison (MSL) with expertise in dermatology to join our team. The ideal candidate will play an important role in supporting Apogee’s clinical development programs by building strong relationships with investigators, key opinion leaders (KOLs), and other external stakeholders. This is a ground floor opportunity helping to establish the Medical Science Liaison team. You will be one of four MSL’s covering the United States (territory to include approximately 1/4 of the United States). 

Territory: Gulf Coast & Southern United States

Key Responsibilities 

Clinical Support:

• Collaborate with the clinical study teams to provide medical and scientific support for clinical sites

Key Opinion Leader (KOL) Engagement:

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clinical study investigators, key opinion leaders, and other external stakeholders in the field of dermatology
• Act as a credible, scientific resource for KOLs, providing them with up-to-date and relevant information on Apogee’s development programs
• Stay abreast of the latest developments, publications, and research in dermatology to effectively communicate with experts in the field
• Stay informed of competitor products and market trends in dermatology

Internal Collaboration:

• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, Clinical Operations, and Business Development & Strategy to ensure strategic alignment
• Provide insights and feedback to internal teams based on interactions with external stakeholders

Ideal Candidate 

• Advanced degree in a relevant medical or scientific field (MD/DO, PharmD, PhD, Master’s degree, or equivalent)
• Minimum of 3 years of industry experience as a Medical Science Liaison, with expertise in medical dermatology, specifically, atopic dermatitis
• Strong understanding of clinical study execution and appropriate interactions with clinical study sites
• Familiarity with compliance requirements related to medical affairs activities and appropriate interactions with healthcare professionals
• Knowledge of the dermatology therapeutic area and current treatment paradigms in inflammatory skin diseases
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with key opinion leaders and healthcare professionals
• Successfully exhibit Apogee’s C.O.R.E. values: Caring, Original, Resilient and Egoless
• Position requires up to 75% travel including a minimum of 2 times per year for All Hands meetings as well as regular travel to meet with clinical study site personnel and KOLs and to attend scientific conferences, etc.
• The ideal candidate to live in Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, or Florida

The anticipated salary range for candidates for this role will be $200,000 to 225,000/year. The final salary offered will depend on several factors, which may include, but is not limited to relevant years of experience, educational background, and geography.