Medical Science Liaison

Ascendis Pharma

Medical Science Liaison driving scientific communication in endocrinology at Ascendis Pharma. Engaging with thought leaders and supporting clinical trial operations remotely.

Posted 6/24/2026full-timeRemote • Kansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Montana, Oklahoma • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $175,000 - $190,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the field-based external facing medical representation of Medical Affairs
Create awareness of Ascendis Pharma in the endocrinology community and communicate the potential of TransCon technology to transform the practice of endocrinology
Maintain high level of medical expertise to support the portfolio/pipeline and relevant disease states (e.g., bone and growth)
Provide medical/scientific presentations to both internal and external audiences
Identify key opinion leaders (KOLs) and key organizations (e.g. professional associations, patient advocacy groups) for disease states within a geography
Identify the scientific needs of healthcare providers (HCPs), researchers, and patient advocates important to patient care within a geography
Develop and maintain a KOL engagement plan that foster collaborative relationships within geography
Capture external insights about the disease state, Ascendis portfolio and pipeline, and competitors and communicate to internal stakeholders in a timely and effective manner
Build strong relationships with internal colleagues (e.g., Market Access, Marketing, and Sales) by providing medical expertise and support as needed
Collaborate with Medical Outcomes Scientific Liaisons (MOSLs) to support regional deliverables (e.g., scientific support, internal/external presentations)
Participate with the development and implementation of the Field Medical Team strategic goals and objectives
Provide scientific support at medical congresses to include participation in clinical data presentations, scientific exchange at the medical affairs booth, and internal or external meetings
Provide internal onboarding and ongoing medical training for commercial and medical colleagues
Engage with external researchers as a primary contact with interest in investigator-initiated trials (IITs)
Support clinical trial operations to ensure success with planned and ongoing clinical trials to include identifying, supporting, and regularly engaging clinical trial investigators, and sites. Participate in patient find activities as needed.
Document all relevant activities in the CRM platform
Ensure understanding of and maintains compliance with department and corporate policies and procedures

Requirements

What you’ll need

MD/PhD/PharmD or equivalent
Minimum 5+ years of pharmaceutical experience as a medical science liaison required
Pediatric endocrinology, endocrinology or rare disease experience preferred
Must be outgoing and appreciate the opportunity to interact with healthcare providers and researchers
Must have an incredible passion for patients
Strong oral and written communication skills with a high capability to understand and effectively communicate scientific and clinical information in virtual and live settings is required
Collaborates with a wide range of people to achieve results
Ability to work autonomously to organize and prioritize one’s own work schedule
Ability to make decisions which have a significant impact on the department’s credibility, operations, and services
Ability to create materials such as reports and presentations and to present/speak to both internal and external groups
Must live near major airport hub within geography
Must possess a valid driver’s license in the state of residence; must possess and maintain a satisfactory driving record
Estimated travel ~50-75%

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k) plan with company match
Medical, dental, and vision plans
Company-offered Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
Company-provided short and long-term disability benefits
Unique offerings of Pet Insurance and Legal Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Discounts
Professional Development
Health Saving Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various incentive compensation plans
Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Mental Health resources
Paid leave benefits for new parents

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Hard Skills & Tools

medical science liaisonclinical trial operationsscientific presentationsKOL engagementpatient advocacyinvestigator-initiated trialsCRM documentationmedical trainingclinical data presentationsscientific exchange

Soft Skills

strong oral communicationstrong written communicationcollaborationautonomyorganizational skillsdecision-makingrelationship buildingpassion for patientsinterpersonal skillspresentation skills

Certifications

MDPhDPharmD