Medical Science Liaison Director/Lead

About the role

The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) Director/Lead will be a key leader within the Medical Affairs organization, responsible for building and leading a high-performing MSL team, establishing strategic objectives and performance metrics, and serving as a trusted scientific and strategic partner to clinical opinion leaders, healthcare providers, and healthcare decision makers.

Responsibilities

• Build, lead, and scale a high-performing Medical Science Liaison (MSL) team, including defining business objectives, performance metrics, and overseeing comprehensive training and certification programs
• Lead and support congress activities as aligned with Viking company strategy
• Serve as the primary scientific and clinical expert for Opinion Leaders (OLs), Healthcare Decision Makers (HCDMs), and other healthcare providers across obesity and related therapeutic areas
• Deliver high-quality, evidence-based scientific exchange with OLs, community healthcare providers, and HCDMs, ensuring balanced and compliant communication of clinical data
• Engage with clinical investigators and trial sites to support execution and advancement of Viking’s obesity pipeline
• Foster strong collaboration between external experts and internal cross-functional partners to expand scientific engagement, access, and patient impact
• Conduct in-depth scientific exchange to provide focused and balanced clinical and scientific information
• Provide and/or present field observations and insights to internal stakeholders
• Lead and/or contribute to cross-functional project teams supporting MSL strategy, initiatives, and tactical execution
• Complete all required administrative duties, training, and compliance-related activities in a timely manner
• Maintain and continuously enhance clinical and scientific expertise through ongoing review of data, literature, and healthcare and industry trends

Requirements

• Education and Experience: Pharm.D., Ph.D., M.D. or D.O. (other doctoral degrees considered); minimum of 7 years of progressive experience as a Medical Science Liaison within a biotech or pharmaceutical organization, including demonstrated leadership or senior-level responsibilities; current experience in Scientific Affairs or Medical Affairs at a biotech or pharmaceutical company; proven scientific and clinical expertise in cardiometabolic and/or obesity-related therapeutic areas, with a strong understanding of evolving clinical data and treatment area(s)
• Knowledge and Skills: High degree of proficiency Microsoft Office Suite (i.e., Word, PowerPoint, etc.), Outlook Internet applications, WebEx, Zoom; Ability to synthesize and communicate actionable field medical insights to inform internal strategy, evidence generation, and cross-functional decision-making; Strong analytical, interpersonal, and well-developed problem-solving skills with the ability to work in a positive and collaborative fashion; Self-motivated individual with a highly entrepreneurial style coupled with self-confidence and a positive attitude; Must be dependable; someone willing to go the extra-mile to get things done; Team player with excellent verbal and written communication skills

Benefits

Viking Therapeutics, Inc., is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Viking Therapeutics also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA.

Pay

$195,000.00 - $240,000.00 annual salary