Medical Science Liaison, Interventional Spine - Northeast

About the Company

Ferring is a privately-owned, biopharmaceutical company pioneering and delivering life-changing therapies that help people build families and live better lives. With over 70 years of commitment to science and research, Ferring drives powerful discoveries and therapies to address society’s unmet needs. Recognized as one of “The World’s Most Innovative Companies” by Fast Company and honored by Fortune on its “Change the World List,” Ferring US is also Great Places to Work® Certified.

About the Role

We are seeking a Scientific Leader, Strategic Medical Partner, and Field-Based Medical Expert to advance patient outcomes in lumbar disc herniation and spine-related disorders. This role thrives on scientific curiosity, clinical insight, and peer-to-peer exchange with spine and pain specialists. You will play a critical role in Medical Affairs across pre-launch, launch, and post-launch phases, collaborating with internal partners while maintaining scientific integrity and compliance in the field.

Responsibilities

• Respond to unsolicited requests with accurate, balanced, and timely scientific information regarding Ferring’s interventional spine therapy, lumbar disc herniation, and non-surgical spine interventions.
• Establish and maintain scientific relationships with key opinion leaders, academic centers, and community-based spine and pain specialists.
• Support pre-launch activities, including KOL identification and mapping, early scientific engagement, disease-state education, and gathering field insights to inform medical strategy and unmet needs.
• Support launch execution, including engagement of early adopters and centers of excellence, scientific exchange on clinical data, patient selection, and real-world use considerations, and identification of adoption barriers.
• Identify and support Investigator-Initiated Studies (IIS) and Phase IV/post-marketing research.
• Provide scientific support for clinical trial awareness, site identification, and study execution.
• Deliver field-based medical education on disease state, treatment landscape, and evolving standards of care. Support physician training initiatives, including simulation, cadaver, and peer-to-peer educational programs.
• Provide compliant, non-promotional scientific training and ongoing support for commercial teams.
• Monitor and communicate competitive intelligence, treatment trends, and emerging spine clinical data.
• Participate in advisory boards, speaker trainings, investigator meetings, and major scientific congresses.
• Assist in the development of medical materials, slide decks, and scientific resources.
• Support processing of medical education grant requests and systematic field insights collection.
• Ensure timely documentation and reporting of adverse events and product complaints.
• Maintain current knowledge of spine care pathways, interventional techniques, and clinical practice evolution.

Requirements

• Advanced doctoral degree required (M.D., D.O., Pharm.D., Ph.D.). Candidates with a PhD and demonstrated expertise in spine biology, biomechanics, or related disciplines are a plus.
• 2+ years of Medical Science Liaison or related experience.
• Experience or strong interest in spine, interventional pain, neurosurgery, orthopedics, or PM&R preferred.
• Relevant clinical or research experience in spine, musculoskeletal, pain management, or related fields (including doctoral research and postdoctoral training).
• Prior experience supporting product pre-launch or launch activities preferred.
• Understanding of clinical trial design, data interpretation, and evidence-based medicine.
• Working knowledge of FDA regulations, OIG compliance, and industry standards.
• Excellent scientific communication and presentation skills with the ability to engage in peer-to-peer exchange.
• Strong relationship-building and networking skills with clinical stakeholders.
• Analytical and critical-thinking skills to interpret and communicate complex clinical data.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, and Commercial teams.
• High emotional intelligence and strong stakeholder awareness.
• Willingness and ability to travel approximately 60% or more. This is a field-based role requiring residency within the assigned territory.

Benefits

• Competitive total compensation package with a base salary range of $174,900 to $200,000, plus competitive annual incentive compensation based on individual and company performance.
• Comprehensive healthcare (medical, dental, and vision) with premiums inversely related to base salary.
• 401k plan with company match.
• Short and long-term disability coverage and basic life insurance.
• Wellness benefits and reimbursement for certain tuition expenses.
• Sick time frontloaded yearly (40 hours or more, as required by state/local law).
• Vacation time accruing between 112.5 and 150 hours yearly in the first four years, with additional accruals starting in the fifth year.
• 12 to 13 paid holidays per year.
• 20 weeks of paid parental leave.
• For non-field-based roles, a hybrid work policy of four days in the office with one remote day.

Ferring is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on gender, race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local laws.

Location: Parsippany, New Jersey