Senior Medical Science Liaison, Medical Affairs

Artiva Biotherapeutics

Senior Medical Science Liaison advancing Artiva’s NK cell therapies through KOL engagement, clinical insights, and medical education. Supporting pre-commercial strategy and launch readiness across the United States.

Posted 8/20/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $190,000 - $230,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Medical Science Liaison functions, including KOL engagement, scientific exchange, and compliance within the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors. Proven ability to synthesize clinical insights and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to drive pre-commercial and launch readiness.

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Medical Science Liaison ExperienceKOL Mapping ValidationImmunology ExpertiseClinical Trial SupportMedical Affairs Compliance

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Hard Skills

KOL EngagementScientific ExchangeClinical Data PresentationInvestigator-Initiated TrialsCompetitive IntelligenceClinical Insights SynthesisRheumatology KnowledgeImmunology KnowledgeData DisseminationField Intelligence Reporting

Soft Skills

Exceptional Communication SkillsMentoring AbilityCollaboration Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

PharmDMDPhD

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical IndustryBiotechnology IndustryMedical AffairsClinical OperationsRegulatory ComplianceTherapeutic PipelinePre-Launch ActivitiesCell TherapyAdvisory BoardsMedical Congresses

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the scientific and clinical expert for an assigned region
Represent Artiva’s scientific and clinical data to the medical community
Partner with the Executive Director, Medical Science Liaisons to execute the national field medical strategy
Drive pre-commercial and launch readiness
Validate, refine, and prioritize regional KOLs and identify new academic researchers, community clinicians, and advocacy stakeholders
Refine and prioritize high-volume rheumatology practices and identify influential community providers
Lead peer-to-peer scientific discussions on the therapeutic pipeline, mechanisms of action, and complex clinical data
Support medical advisory boards, symposia, and clinical training sessions
Provide clinical presentations, support Investigator-Initiated Trials, and facilitate clinical trial site engagement
Respond compliantly and objectively to unsolicited medical information requests
Identify potential clinical trial sites, assist with feasibility assessments, and promote enrollment
Synthesize clinical insights and competitive intelligence into actionable Medical Strategy recommendations
Collaborate with Clinical, Regulatory, Commercial, Translational/Early R&D, Clinical Operations, Marketing, and Market Access teams on launch readiness and scientific messaging
Represent Artiva at major medical congresses and execute congress strategy
Coordinate pre-congress preparation and session coverage
Support data dissemination and medical booth/display presence
Gather, synthesize, and report actionable field intelligence to Commercial and R&D teams
Provide internal medical and scientific training, including to field sales teams
Mentor early-career Medical Science Liaisons

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 4 years of Medical Science Liaison / Medical Affairs experience; 6+ years preferred
Pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry experience
Direct ownership of KOL mapping validation, KOL engagement, HCP scientific exchange, advisory boards, medical insights, and competitive intelligence
Formal training and hands-on experience in Immunology and/or Inflammation
PharmD, MD, PhD, or equivalent scientific background strongly preferred
Proven ability to operate in a highly external, travel-intensive role
Travel approximately 75%
Strong understanding of Medical Affairs compliance and scientific exchange standards
Exceptional communication skills and ability to engage credibly with leading physicians and researchers
Experience in early- to mid-stage biotech preferred
Experience supporting clinical-stage programs, pre-launch activities, or Investigator-Initiated Studies (IIS) preferred
Rheumatology, immunology, and/or cell therapy experience preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

A beautiful facility
An entrepreneurial, highly collaborative, and innovative environment
Medical, Dental, and Vision
Group Life Insurance
Long Term Disability (LTD)
401(k) Retirement Plan
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Company paid holidays, including the year-end holiday week
Bonus.ly recognition program, where points earned can be traded for desired items