Medical Science Liaison – Dermatology

Apogee Therapeutics

Medical Science Liaison focusing on clinical support and KOL engagement in dermatology at a clinical-stage biotechnology company. Collaborating internally while ensuring strategic alignment across functions.

Posted 6/24/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $210,000 - $250,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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

Requirements

What you’ll need

MSL: 2+ years relevant experience as outlined below
Sr. MSL: 5+ years relevant experience as outlined below. In addition to the ideal MSL criteria outlined below, a Senior MSL candidate would bring established KOL relationships, demonstrated strategic territory engagement planning, experience supporting clinical trials, and a track record of leading multiple projects and congress initiatives. They would also serve as a peer leader and mentor, and exhibit intentional, cross-functional collaboration.
Advanced degree in a relevant medical or scientific field (MD/DO, PharmD, PhD, MS or equivalent)
Expertise in medical dermatology, specifically, atopic dermatitis preferred
Strong understanding of clinical study execution and appropriate interactions with clinical study sites
Knowledge of 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 across the territory, including mandatory attendance at All Hands meetings typically held twice per year, as well as regular travel to meet with clinical study site personnel and KOLs and to attend scientific conferences in the US and internationally, etc.
Candidate must reside in the territory

Benefits

Comp & perks

A great culture, grounded in our C.O.R.E. values: Caring, Original, Resilient and Egoless
Opportunity to work in a fast-paced, highly dynamic environment where you help shape the culture and company, wear multiple hats, and learn quickly
Market competitive compensation and benefits package, including base salary, performance bonus, equity grant opportunities, health, welfare & retirement benefits
We provide competitive time off, including three weeks PTO, two one-week company-wide shutdowns a year and dedicated paid sick leave
Commitment to growing you professionally and providing access to resources to further your development
Apogee offers regular all team, in-person meetings to build relationships and problem solve

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Hard Skills & Tools

clinical study executionmedical dermatologyatopic dermatitisclinical trialsstrategic territory engagement planningKOL engagementcompliance requirementsinflammatory skin diseasespresentation skills

Soft Skills

relationship buildingcross-functional collaborationcommunication skillsmentoringleadership

Certifications

MDDOPharmDPhDMS