Medical Science Liaison, North Central (MSL)

Medical Science Liaison, North Central (MSL) ITF Therapeutics Kansas City, KS Job Details $160,000 - $220,000 a year 11 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance

Qualifications Driver's License Full Job Description Reports To:

MSL Team Lead, Head of US Field Medical About This Role:

The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) is a field-facing role focused on developing and maintaining professional clinical/scientific relationships with external medical experts including pediatric neurologists, neuromuscular specialists, and neurologists, who are involved in the treatment of Duchenne muscular dystrophy. As the clinical and medical expert on the company's products and therapeutic areas, our MSLs build long-term relationships and establish rapport with clinicians in hospitals, clinics, and academic centers through highly scientific product and disease state discussions that support the safe and effective utilization of ITF's therapies. This position will play a key role in supporting ITF's medical affairs goals by contributing to internal initiatives such as ad boards, speaker training, and clinical insights projects. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in rare neuromuscular diseases, with a preference for prior experience in DMD. Comfort navigating complex scientific conversations, working autonomously in the field, and contributing to a collaborative and close-knit medical affairs team is essential. This role supports care centers in

KS, MO, NE, IA, SD, ND, MN, WI, and IL What You'll Do:

Build and maintain strong, trust‑based relationships with pediatric neurologists, neuromuscular specialists, and other key medical experts at major care centers Engage in scientific exchange with healthcare professionals around clinical and research data, while capturing field insights to drive the evolution of strategic plans Deliver fair-balanced and objective clinical and scientific presentations to healthcare professionals (HCPs), payors, and patient organizations in response to unsolicited requests for information on the use of company products. Serve as a core liaison to key institutions, supporting ongoing and future clinical studies and scientific collaborations. Attend national and regional medical meetings and symposia to engage in discussion and cultivate professional relationships Collaborate with external medical experts on medical affairs initiatives, including publications, medical education opportunities, and training as appropriate Assist in the preparation and execution of scientific materials for marketed and pipeline assets, including delivering compelling presentations, assisting with slide preparation/review, and facilitating interactive discussion groups

Who You Are:

You are an experienced professional with a passion for building and sustaining trusted clinical and scientific relationships with external medical experts. You have a strong track record of designing and delivering engaging, informative training programs that keep teams aligned with the latest medical insights and industry best practices. You bring an analytical mindset and excellent problem-solving skills, allowing you to adapt quickly to changing priorities and deadlines. With a solid understanding of the pharmaceutical delivery process, you consistently operate in a compliant and ethical manner within a highly regulated industry.

Required Skills:

Degree in life science or related field Minimum of 3-5+ years of related experience Demonstrated ability to interpret and communicate complex scientific data to healthcare professionals Must possess a valid driver's license, a personal automobile, and active vehicle insurance policy in good standing Routine entry to hospitals and other medical facilities is required. Must be able to comply with facility-specific vendor credentialing requirements, including training, background and drug checks, and proof of immunizations, as a condition of entry Role requires travel daily to/from customer accounts via driving and/or flying long distances This position requires overnight and weekend travel, up to 75%. In addition to travelling within the territory, overnight and/or weekend travel outside of the assigned territory is required as needed to support the team

Preferred Skills:

Advanced scientific degree preferred, PhD, PharmD, MD, DNP, MSN, MS, or Genetic Counselor Preferably 8-10 years of related and progressive experience in pharmaceutical/biotech company, clinical, and/or academic areas, including 3-5 years in the field and/or in Medical Affairs Experience supporting Duchenne muscular dystrophy, neuromuscular disorders, genetics, rare and/or orphan products Experience supporting rare or ultra‑rare disease therapeutics across clinical development and commercial stages is highly desirable Demonstrated ability to translate complex and/or challenging scientific data into successful trainings, presentations, and/or face-to-face exchanges with medical, scientific, KOLs, and stakeholders Experience thriving in a small, rapidly growing biotech or start-up environment with a solutions-oriented approach Demonstrated and hands-on experience building strategic, long-term partnerships, while developing tailored engagement plans that align with business and medical objectives Skilled in delivering high-impact presentations to both internal and external stakeholders with confidence Ability to work independently in a field‑based role while collaborating effectively within a Medical Affairs team Excellent planning, organization, and time management skills Ability to support and prioritize multiple projects, including working on and leading projects and/or initiatives aligned to US Medical strategy, objectives, and tactics

Additional Information:

The base compensation range for this role is $160,000 - $220,000. Compensation is determined through an analytical approach utilizing a combination of factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills & experience, job location, and internal equity. In addition to compensation, ITF offers a full and highly competitive range of benefits designed to support our employees' and their families' physical, financial, emotional, and social well-being, including, but not limited to:

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance:

Nationwide coverage with flexible plan options tailored to your needs 401k Company Match 100%

Paid Bonding Leave:

Dedicated time to support growing families

Disability & Life Insurance:

Multiple coverage options to protect what matters most

Professional Development:

Ongoing opportunities to grow your skills and career

Flexible Time Off Package:

Recharge and refresh with generous paid time off Additional perks to support your well-being