Job ID: 7685
Job Title: Medical Science Liaison – Rare Disease
Location: United States, United States
Kaye/Bassman, one of Forbes’ top-ranked executive search firms, has been partnering with Pharma and Biotech companies for over 35 years. Our Medical Affairs recruiting practice is led by Michael Pietrack, recognized as the #1 Medical Affairs recruiter in the U.S. and host of The Pharmaverse Podcast.
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We’ve been retained by a patient-first, rare disease company to hire a Medical Science Liaison (MSL), Rare Pediatric Disease. This field-based medical expert will elevate scientific exchange, strengthen KOL relationships, and support clinical and medical initiatives across their rare disease portfolio.
Key Responsibilities
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Build, manage, and sustain peer-level relationships with HCPs, KOLs, centers of excellence, and advocacy groups
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Deliver fair-balanced scientific presentations and respond to unsolicited medical inquiries in a compliant, timely manner
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Gather external insights and channel them to Medical Affairs to inform strategy and evidence plans
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Provide on-the-ground scientific support at national/regional/local congresses; lead insight capture
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Support clinical initiatives (site ID, recruitment, drug logistics) and post-marketing needs (PMRs, Phase IV, EAP)
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Contribute to integrated data generation, IIT/ISR support, publications, medical education, and MI standard responses
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Educate internal teams on disease state, guidelines, competitive landscape, and product science
Who They’re Looking For
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Advanced degree required: MD, PharmD, PhD, NP, or RN
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5+ years MSL experience, including time in a small/growing biotech environment
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Background in genetics, pediatrics, neurology, and/or rare disease
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Proven ability to translate complex science for 1:1 and group settings; strong written/oral communication
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Ability to travel up to 80%
Why This Role
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Patient impact: Rare disease focus with a pervasive, mission-driven culture
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Hands-on scope: High visibility in a lean organization; real ownership and influence
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Breadth + variety: Scientific exchange, evidence generation, clinical support, advocacy, and education
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Field-forward: Autonomy with robust internal partnership and support
If you’re a seasoned MSL who loves rolling up your sleeves in rare disease—and you want to help build something meaningful, please apply.
