Ophthalmology Medical Science Liaison

Description

Researched and relatable, science‑driven and social, you’re an extroverted expert. Your advanced training has prepared you to rapidly expand your expertise and stay at the forefront of scientific innovation. You build strong relationships with ease, engage comfortably with thought leaders, and thrive in people‑focused environments. Poised, articulate, and scientifically grounded, you excel as a listener, educator, and a connector of new opportunities.

These qualities position you for success as a Medical Science Liaison with Syneos Health.

The Medical Science Liaison is a field‑based, scientific, and clinical expert who strategically supports the medical and scientific objectives of the program. Key aspects of this role include engaging in peer‑to‑peer scientific dialogue with healthcare professionals that translate into meaningful insights while serving as a therapeutic expert.

• Establish, cultivate, and maintain scientific relationships with KOLs while developing a strong understanding of clinical practice as it relates to areas of interest to advance scientific and medical knowledge.
• Plan and execute medical strategy and engagement for appropriate assigned customer.
• Communicate clinical and scientific data to KOLs and healthcare professionals through presentations, educational programs, and scientific discussions.
• Serve as the primary resource to provide support for addressing unsolicited medical questions and other scientific exchange matters.
• Identify, gather, and document field‑generated scientific insights to drive innovative Medical Affairs strategies while complying with industry and corporate policies and procedures.
• Maintain scientific and clinical knowledge base through continuous learning and awareness of related scientific literature to enable meaningful scientific exchange.
• Collaborate with field‑based Medical colleagues, appropriate Commercial colleagues, and the broader organization to provide scientific expertise and share Medical insights in support of internal and external activities.

• Advanced degree required (e.g., PharmD, PhD, MD, NP, PA, OD, or equivalent in life sciences).
• 3+ years of prior Medical Science Liaison experience (eye care experience highly preferred).
• Deep scientific knowledge and genuine passion for ophthalmology.
• Prior experience with payer presentations is a plus.
• Ability to interpret and communicate complex clinical and scientific data.
• Strong presentation, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Willingness to travel up to 60‑80% within assigned territory.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel by car and air.

• Competitive compensation package.
• Health benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
• Company match 401(k).
• Flexible paid time off (PTO) and sick time.
• Compliance with applicable federal, state, and municipal paid sick time requirements.

Syneos Health companies are affirmative action/equal opportunity employers (Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled).