Medical Science Liaison, Ophthalmology (Southwest)

About the Role

Uniphar BESTMSLs is partnering with an innovative, growth-stage biopharmaceutical company to hire a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) for the Southwest territory. This role offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of science, education, and clinical practice while shaping the future of ophthalmology care. You'll join a highly collaborative Medical Affairs organization where your scientific expertise and field insights will directly influence strategy, with significant visibility and strong cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strategic relationships with ophthalmology and optometry Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), academic institutions, and healthcare professionals.
• 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. Ideal candidates will be located in Los Angeles, Orange County, or San Diego, and should reside within the territory, preferably near a major airport.

Travel

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