Medical Science Liaison, Ophthalmology (Southwest)

Uniphar BESTMSLs is partnering with an innovative, growth-stage biopharmaceutical company to find a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) for the Southwest territory. This role offers the chance to work at the intersection of science, education, and clinical practice while shaping the future of ophthalmology care.

About the role

You'll join a highly collaborative Medical Affairs organization where your scientific expertise and field insights will directly influence strategy. This position provides significant visibility, strong cross-functional collaboration, and the opportunity to engage leading ophthalmologists and optometrists across a large and impactful territory.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strategic relationships with ophthalmology and optometry key opinion leaders (KOLs).
• Lead compliant scientific exchange and disease state education.
• Deliver clinical and scientific presentations to healthcare providers and stakeholders.
• Gather actionable field insights and communicate them to internal teams.
• Support medical education initiatives, advisory boards, publications, and investigator-initiated research.
• Participate in regional and national scientific congresses and professional society meetings.
• Collaborate closely with Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, Commercial, and Market Access teams.
• Support clinical trial activities and broader medical strategy initiatives.

Requirements

• OD, MD, PharmD, or PhD required.
• Prior MSL experience required.
• Ophthalmology or eye care expertise preferred.
• Candidates with significant clinical eye care experience and industry exposure will also be considered.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to translate complex scientific information into meaningful discussions.
• Strong strategic thinking and insight-gathering capabilities.
• Self-motivated, collaborative, and comfortable working independently in a field-based role.

Territory

The territory includes Southern California, Nevada, and Hawaii. Candidates should reside within the territory, ideally in Los Angeles, Orange County, or San Diego, and preferably near a major airport.

Schedule

This is a field-based role requiring approximately 60-80% travel.