Medical Science Liaison, Associate

Disc Medicine

Medical Science Liaison supporting clinical development programs at Disc Medicine. Building relationships with KOLs and HCPs for hematologic and dermatology areas.

Posted 6/24/2026full-timeRemote • California, Oregon, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $185,000 - $230,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Identify, develop and maintain strong relationships with KOLs, academic institutions, community centers, and HCPs in relevant areas of focus.
Engage in meaningful peer-to-peer exchanges with the appropriate therapeutic area community (e.g., hematologists, dermatologists, hepatologists, rare disease community).
Serve as a scientific expert and resource, providing accurate support to internal and external stakeholders and timely information about Disc’ clinical data, ongoing research and programs.
Provide internal stakeholders with feedback and actionable insights from interactions and discussions with KOLs and HCPs.
Assist with company-sponsored trials, investigator-initiated trials (IITs) or research collaborations.
Deliver scientific presentations and trainings to internal and external stakeholders.
Assist with organizing regional advisory boards as applicable, and presenting at advisory board meetings within your territory.
Build a trustful and collaborative working relationship with cross-functional colleagues.
Focus on delivering results and demonstrate ownership in key medical projects.
Adhere to all relevant compliance and regulatory guidelines, ensuring all activities are conducted ethically and within legal boundaries.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced Clinical/Science degree or professional credentials required (PhD, MD, PharmD, MSc)
5–8 years of industry experience as a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) or in a similar role, including required experience in dermatology; hematology experience strongly preferred
Excellent communication and presentation skills and the ability to effectively communicate complex scientific concepts to diverse audiences
Ability to work cross-functionally and communicate effectively with a variety of internal / external stakeholders and across senior management
Must be intellectually curious, professional, and adaptable
Willingness to travel extensively to engage with KOLs, HCPs, and attend scientific conferences
Strong analytical skills, especially understanding and interpreting scientific and clinical research and literature
Expertise in Microsoft Office programs and CRMs is required.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits
Competitive compensation packages
Flexible work environment

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Hard Skills & Tools

advanced clinical degreePhDMDPharmDMScmedical science liaisondermatology experiencehematology experiencescientific research interpretationclinical research interpretation

Soft Skills

communication skillspresentation skillscross-functional collaborationintellectual curiosityprofessionalismadaptabilityanalytical skillsrelationship buildingownershipethical conduct