Medical Science Liaison - West

Summary

We are seeking a scientifically driven and communicative Medical Science Liaison (MSL) to join our Medical Affairs team. The MSL serves as a scientific expert in immunization and pneumococcal disease prevention. This field-based role will serve as a trusted scientific partner to healthcare providers, public health officials, and key opinion leaders (KOLs) to support vaccine education, clinical development, and real-world evidence generation.

Essential Functions

• Build and maintain scientific relationships with key opinion leaders, clinicians, researchers, and public health stakeholders.
• Communicate epidemiological, clinical and real-world data regarding pneumococcal disease and Vaxcyte’s candidate vaccine.
• Support investigator-initiated studies and clinical trial recruitment in vaccine research.
• Gather and share field insights on pneumococcal disease landscape, vaccine data needs, and recommendation scenarios.
• Represent the company at scientific meetings, conferences, and stakeholder events.
• Uphold ethical standards and regulatory guidelines in all field activities.

Requirements

• Advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, MD, MPH) in life sciences, immunology, or public health preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in medical affairs, clinical research, or infectious disease.
• Strong knowledge of immunology and vaccine development.
• Excellent communication skills with ability to address scientific and public health audiences.
• Ability to travel up to 70% of the time.

Benefits

The compensation package will be competitive and includes comprehensive benefits and an equity component. Salary Range: $184,000 - $215,000