Medical Science Liaison (Solid Tumor)

Amgen

Japan - Tokyo Posted November 9, 2026

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On-site Full-time Mid level
Job Description

Career Category

Medical Affairs

Job Description

Job Description

  • Maximize Amgen's product values through scientific engagement activities based on medical and scientific discussions with key Scientific Expert (SE) in the Therapeutic Area and ultimately contribute to improving patient outcomes.

- Conducts field activities in collaboration with Japan Medical Affairs Team (JMAT) based on medical objectives and Scientific Engagement Plan (SEP).

- The MSL will serve as a medical expert in Medical Affairs.

- The MSL does not plan and perform activities for promotion but supports sales on unsolicited queries management and scientific exchange request and acts independently.

Responsibilities

  • Build and maintain scientific relationships with Scientific Experts.
  • Provide valuable feedback from field interactions to Amgen stakeholders to enhance the medical strategy.
  • Support Amgen-sponsored studies and handle requests for investigator-sponsored research proposals.
  • Offer scientific support in line with MSL compliance standards for commercial and other colleagues handling healthcare professional (HCP) inquiries.
  • Participate in medical tasks and activities as assigned by the Country Medical Affairs Lead.
  • Identify opportunities to enhance the MSL value proposition, achieve results, and exemplify Amgen's values and leadership attributes.
  • Communicate and interact with professionalism and tact.
  • Promote openness and innovation through actions and decisions.

Basic Qualifications and Skills Required

  • Advanced scientific or clinical degree (Master, MD, PhD, NP, Pharm D, etc.) or commensurate experience required.
  • Work experience in Medical Science Liaison, Medical Affairs or Clinical Development in oncology area.
  • Exceptional oral and written communication and interpersonal skills (including strong demonstration of ability to network) required.
  • Ability to travel up to 60% for territory management, attendance at regional and national conferences/workshops, and attendance at company meetings.
  • Must have ability to learn to use new business applications across hardware tools (e.g., PC, iPad).
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Professional, proactive demeanor
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • English speaking skill at minimum level

Preferred Qualifications

  • At least 3 years previous pharmaceutical industry experience as an MSL or other Medical/Clinical Affairs role or a minimum of 3 years relevant clinical/scientific experience is preferred.
  • Scientific expertise in the oncology area, related products, disease state, and interested in latest discoveries.
  • Project management and presentation skills.
  • Good knowledge of clinical research, drug safety, legal and compliance environment.
  • English speaking skill at business level.

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Required Skills
collaboration compliance leadership written communication communication English project management presentation skills
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