Medical Science Liaison

Ascendis Pharma is a dynamic, fast-growing global biopharmaceutical company specializing in Endocrinology, Rare Disease, and Oncology. Guided by core values of Patients, Science, and Passion, Ascendis uses its TransCon® drug development platform to develop new therapies addressing unmet medical needs.

The role of the Medical Science Liaison (MSL) is to serve as the external-facing scientific expert in Medical Affairs, communicating confidently about Ascendis Pharma’s products using clinical and scientific expertise. This position is remote and reports to the Director, Field Medical Team.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the field-based external medical representative of Medical Affairs
• Elevate awareness of Ascendis Pharma in the endocrinology community and communicate the potential of TransCon technology to transform endocrinology practices
• Maintain a high level of medical expertise to support the portfolio/pipeline and relevant disease states (e.g., bone and growth)
• Deliver medical/scientific presentations to both internal and external audiences
• Identify key opinion leaders (KOLs) and key organizations (e.g., professional associations, patient advocacy groups) for disease states within a geography
• Assess the scientific needs of healthcare providers (HCPs), researchers, and patient advocates to improve patient care
• Develop and maintain a KOL engagement plan fostering collaborative relationships within the geography
• Capture external insights about disease states, Ascendis portfolio, pipeline, and competitors, then communicate these insights to internal stakeholders
• Build strong relationships with internal colleagues (e.g., Market Access, Marketing, and Sales) by providing medical expertise and support
• Collaborate with Medical Outcomes Scientific Liaisons (MOSLs) to support regional deliverables (e.g., scientific support, internal/external presentations)
• Participate in the development and implementation of the Field Medical Team’s strategic goals and objectives
• Provide scientific support at medical congresses, including clinical data presentations, scientific exchanges, and internal/external meetings
• Conduct internal onboarding and ongoing medical training for commercial and medical colleagues
• Engage with external researchers as a primary contact for investigator-initiated trials (IITs)
• Support clinical trial operations to ensure success with planned and ongoing clinical trials, including identifying, supporting, and regularly engaging clinical trial investigators and sites. Participate in patient find activities as needed
• Document all relevant activities in the CRM platform
• Ensure compliance with department and corporate policies and procedures

Requirements

• MD/PhD/PharmD or equivalent degree
• Minimum 5+ years of pharmaceutical experience as a medical science liaison
• Pediatric endocrinology, endocrinology, or rare disease experience preferred
• Outgoing personality with a passion for interacting with healthcare providers and researchers
• Incredible passion for patients
• Strong oral and written communication skills to understand and effectively communicate scientific and clinical information in virtual and live settings
• Ability to collaborate with a wide range of people to achieve results
• Autonomous work style with the ability to organize and prioritize one’s own work schedule
• Decision-making ability with significant impact on department credibility, operations, and services
• Ability to create materials such as reports and presentations and present to both internal and external groups
• Must live near a major airport hub within the geography
• Must possess a valid driver’s license in the state of residence with a satisfactory driving record
• Estimated travel: 50-75%