Medical Science Liaison/Sr. Medical Science Liaison

At Agios, we are fueled by connections to transform rare diseases. We foster an inclusive, collaborative culture that sparks bold thinking and strengthens our connections with each other and with the rare disease communities we serve. Our team’s proven track record of executional excellence, combined with our depth of expertise and dedication, enables us to develop innovative medicines that reflect the priorities of rare disease communities.

About the role

The Medical Science Liaison (MSL/Sr MSL) will be responsible for key opinion leader (KOL) development in hemolytic anemias, including sickle cell disease, thalassemia, and pyruvate kinase deficiency. The MSL will engage in scientific exchange with KOLs in support of Global Medical Affairs goals and objectives, manage investigator and company-sponsored studies, and support payers and commercial counterparts within appropriate legal/compliance guardrails.

This is a remote-based field position for the Southeast Region (Florida East Coast). Employees must reside within their designated territory. Regular travel is required for KOL meetings, internal Agios meetings, medical congresses, and training; global travel may also be required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clinical, scientific, and technical expertise in relevant molecule and disease state areas.
• Develop and track opinion leader (OL) engagement plans in collaboration with the MSL director; identify, develop, and maintain long-term collaborative relationships with OLs within the assigned region.
• Participate in medical and scientific exchanges with the medical/scientific community, including advisory boards.
• Respond to and document unsolicited requests for information on Agios molecules and clinical programs.
• Collaborate with clinical operations and clinical development to support recruitment of potential clinical trial sites and serve as a local Agios resource to clinical teams at trial sites.
• Facilitate company-sponsored and investigator-sponsored trials (ISTs).
• Provide medical/clinical teams with feedback and insights from interactions with OLs and investigators.
• Represent the company at medical meetings through Medical Affairs’ Scientific Booth coverage and related activities.
• Adhere to corporate SOPs and ensure compliance with relevant legal and regulatory guidelines governing scientific interactions with physicians and healthcare professionals.
• Embody Agios’ culture of integrity, focused execution, incisive leadership, collaborative spirit, and pursuit of excellence and innovation.

Requirements

• An advanced clinical degree (e.g., PharmD, PhD, or MD) is strongly preferred; other doctoral degrees may be considered.
• Industry experience preferred with a minimum of 1 year of relevant hematology clinical/research/industry experience in rare diseases.
• Ability to travel frequently with overnight stays (e.g., OL meetings, internal Agios meetings, medical meetings and congresses, training); global travel may be required.
• High level of scientific and clinical acumen with excellent communication and networking skills.
• Team-minded with the ability to be innovative and flexible in a fast-paced and changing environment.
• Understanding of, and experience with, the regulatory framework applicable to interactions with healthcare providers (HCPs), payers, advocacy, and other business partners.
• Previous MSL experience strongly preferred.

At Agios, we value diverse experiences and encourage candidates to apply even if they do not meet every requirement listed above.

Benefits

• Deliberate Development: Professional growth as a top priority.
• Flexibility: Support for individual needs, including work styles, health, wellness, and family care.
• Premium benefits package: Comprehensive and flexible benefits to meet varied personal and professional needs. For more details, visit the Inside Agios section of our website.
• Competitive and equitable performance-based compensation: Includes base salary and both short- and long-term incentives tied to individual and company performance.
• Psychological safety: An environment that encourages sharing ideas, speaking candidly, and taking data-informed risks.
• Commitment to diversity: A welcoming workplace where everyone can thrive, with continuous efforts to improve inclusivity.
• Commitment to community: Active participation in the communities we serve, including those affected by rare diseases.

Pay

The current base salary range for this position at the Medical Science Liaison level is expected to be between $153,541 and $230,312 annualized. The current base salary range for the Senior Medical Science Liaison level is expected to be between $183,549 and $275,324 annualized. Final salary will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to, years of relevant experience, job knowledge, skills, proficiency, degree/education, and internal comparators.