Medical Science Liaison, South

About the role

The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) serves as a scientific and clinical expert, engaging with healthcare professionals (HCPs), key opinion leaders (KOLs), researchers, and decision-makers to advance understanding of rare diseases and Zevra’s therapeutic portfolio. This field-based role supports evidence generation, clinical initiatives, and scientific exchange to improve patient outcomes.

The ideal candidate will maintain deep knowledge of disease states, products, competitors, marketplace, and regulatory guidance, and will provide medical information in a fair and balanced manner. Candidates should have strong scientific expertise and business acumen, with an optional interest or background in data science.

Qualifications

• Advanced scientific or clinical degree (MD, PhD, PharmD, DNP preferred).
• Experience:
• Minimum 2 years as an MSL or similar role in pharma/biotech for MSL level.
• Minimum 5 years for Senior MSL level.
• Must reside within the territory.
• Clinical expertise in Rare Diseases (experience in lysosomal, metabolic, or rare neurological disorders preferred).
• Strong communication skills and ability to engage diverse audiences.
• Business acumen and compliance awareness.
• Ability to travel 60–75%, including overnight and occasional weekends.
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Skills

• Clinical experience and subject matter expertise in Rare Disease.
• Experience in lysosomal disorders, metabolic disorders, or rare neurological diseases.
• Interest or background in data science for advanced analytics and insight generation.