Medical Science Liaison, LSD (US, Great Lakes Region)

Location:  remote, United States Category: Medical Affairs

Description

Who We Are

BioMarin is a leading rare disease biotechnology company focused on genetically defined conditions.

Guided by our purpose to develop medicines that make a profound impact on people’s lives, our global teams have delivered a portfolio of therapies since our founding in 1997. Our revolutionary treatments for conditions like achondroplasia (the most common form of dwarfism), PKU (phenylketonuria), CLN2, a form of Batten disease, and a number of forms of MPS (mucopolysaccharidosis) offer new possibilities for patients and families who previously had few, if any, available options. More recently, with the close of the Amicus acquisition, our portfolio has expanded to include therapies for Fabry disease and Pompe disease, expanding our ability to reach more people living with rare genetic conditions.

Our success comes from our unwavering commitment to excellence, our deep understanding of patient needs, our scientific expertise, and our world-class manufacturing capabilities. At the heart of BioMarin is a dedicated team of the brightest minds in the industry working together to deliver innovative therapies to patients and families around the world.

About Worldwide Research and Development

From research and discovery to post-market clinical development, our R&D engine involves all bench and clinical research and the associated groups that support those endeavors. Our teams work on developing first-in-class and best-in-class therapeutics that provide meaningful advances to patients who live with rare diseases.

The LSD (lysosomal storage disease) Medical Science Liaison (MSL) is a field-based role responsible for engaging key opinion leaders and healthcare stakeholders across a defined US territory. The MSL drives scientific exchange, gathers insights, and supports BioMarin’s medical and business objectives through credible, compliant engagement.
MSLs act as scientific experts within their geography, translating clinical and market insights to internal stakeholders to inform strategy, product development, and lifecycle management.
In this role, you will identify and support clinical investigators, contribute to external research initiatives, and maintain deep expertise in BioMarin’s LSD portfolio and disease areas. You will collaborate cross-functionally with Medical Affairs, Clinical, and Commercial teams, while operating independently in the field.
Territory: Western US (MI, OH, KY, TN, WV, IN, PA excluding Philadelphia). Candidates must be based within the region.

Key Responsibilities

  • Execute MSL plans and scientific engagement strategies within the territory
  • Provide disease state and product education to healthcare stakeholders
  • Serve as a medical resource by responding to unsolicited inquiries
  • Conduct scientific exchange and gather clinical and competitive insights
  • Identify and communicate actionable insights to internal teams
  • Maintain clinical and therapeutic expertise in LSD and related areas
  • Collaborate compliantly with Medical, Clinical, and Commercial partners
Clinical & Research Support
  • Support clinical trials (site identification, recruitment, investigator engagement)
  • Identify potential investigators for pipeline programs
  • Support investigator-initiated research and external research proposals
Scientific Engagement
  • Participate in regional and national scientific meetings
  • Contribute to publication planning and journal discussions
  • Support internal training and scientific presentations
Operational
  • Develop and execute territory medical plans
  • Maintain accurate documentation and reporting
  • Contribute to special projects and mentor team members
  • Ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards

Experience & Qualifications

  • 5+ years of clinical or industry experience
  • 3+ years MSL experience preferred
  • Rare disease or LSD experience preferred
  • Experience supporting product launch or development preferred
  • Knowledge of Medical Affairs regulations and compliance standards
  • Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
  • Ability to work independently in a field-based, virtual environment
  • Willingness to travel up to ~60%
Education
  • Master’s degree in a scientific field required
  • Terminal degree (PhD, PharmD, MD) preferred



Note: This description is not intended to be all-inclusive, or a limitation of the duties of the position. It is intended to describe the general nature of the job that may include other duties as assumed or assigned.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.