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The Medical Science Liaison / Senior Medical Science Liaison role is a part of US Medical Affairs, a strategic partner within Biogen, that helps inform medical practice across our therapeutic areas and pipeline to improve meaningful patient outcomes. The (Senior) MSL enables critical stakeholder engagement with Key Medical Experts (KMEs) and other healthcare professionals (HCPs) so they understand the clinical and scientific narrative for Biogen’s therapies. Biogen’s priority is to continue to foster and enable a diverse and inclusive workforce – representing age, gender, sexual identity, race, ethnicity, Veterans, and people with disabilities – that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients who we serve.
This territory will cover Southern California, Arizona, and New Mexico. The successful candidate must reside within the boundaries of the territory.
What You Will Do
- Be a credible medical/ scientific expert who engages with KME and HCP to increase confidence in making the best clinical decisions pertaining to disease state and Biogen’s products in the near and long term for the benefit of patient care.
- Focus on building deep, strategic, long-term relationships with internal & external stakeholders to be viewed as a partner rather than transactional.
- Be a “partner in the trenches”—be responsive, engage often and be a solutions-driven conduit to leaders in the medical community.
- Engage in projects and/or initiatives aligned to US Medical strategy, objectives and tactics.
- Be highly accountable to qualitative and quantitative medical excellence performance goals, standards, and measurements. Deliver against KME engagement plans that add high value by navigating resources at the office in collaboration with field and non-field colleagues. Capture and report KME/HCP medical insights using Veeva with the highest level of consistency and accuracy to help inform the medical and clinical strategies.
Who You Are
You are a scientific or clinical professional with a passion for science and deep scientific knowledge. You have a marked curiosity about healthcare and business opportunities. You keep patients, payers and physicians top of mind in your daily work and collaborate to solve critical scientific and business challenges.
Required skills
- Advanced Scientific or Clinical degree required; Doctoral level (OD, MD, PhD, PharmD, DNP) is preferred.
- Clinical experience and subject matter expertise in Optometry or Ophthalmology is strongly preferred.
- Must live within the territory, which covers Southern California, Arizona, and New Mexico.
- Effective communication: Communicates concisely, confidently, and credibly; Easily understands other points of views and responds appropriately; Listens with empathy to respond to current and future needs and adjust the communication according to the audience.
- Digital potential: Comfortable using and experimenting with technology; Embraces and optimally utilizes new tools and systems; Demonstrates a willingness and aptitude to learn if not yet well versed.
- Accountability: Delivers reliably against goals; Motivated to perform to meet and even exceed metrics and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Views metrics and KPIs as a positive opportunity to communicate value to internal stakeholders.
- Ethical: Understands rules for industry and is committed to following them for the benefit of patients.
- Able to travel at least 60% of the time, including ability to travel overnight and occasionally on weekends.
- Must be 18 years of age or older with valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record. Must have authorization and ability to drive a company leased vehicle or rental.
Why Biogen?
Our Company mission to find therapies for neurological and rare diseases is a unique focus within our industry and this shared purpose is what connects us as a team. We work together to overcome obstacles and to follow the science. We are resilient as we strive to make an impact on our patients’ lives and on changing the course of medicine. Together, we pioneer. Together, we thrive.
Job Level: Management
Additional Information
The base compensation range for this role is: $146,000.00-$195,500.00
Base salary offered is determined through an analytical approach utilizing a combination of factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills & experience, job location, and internal equity.
Regular employees are eligible to receive both short term and long-term incentives, including cash bonus and equity incentive opportunities, designed to reward recent achievements and recognize your future potential based on individual, business unit and company performance.
In addition to compensation, Biogen 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, & Life insurances
- Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement
- Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
- A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)
- Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 paid days off for Personal Significance
- 80 hours of sick time per calendar year
- Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit
- 401(k) program participation with company matched contributions
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year
- Employee Resource Groups participation
Why Biogen?
We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.
At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about Biogen.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.
About this role
The Medical Science Liaison / Senior Medical Science Liaison role is a part of US Medical Affairs, a strategic partner within Biogen, that helps inform medical practice across our therapeutic areas and pipeline to improve meaningful patient outcomes. The (Senior) MSL enables critical stakeholder engagement with Key Medical Experts (KMEs) and other healthcare professionals (HCPs) so they understand the clinical and scientific narrative for Biogen’s therapies. Biogen’s priority is to continue to foster and enable a diverse and inclusive workforce – representing age, gender, sexual identity, race, ethnicity, Veterans, and people with disabilities – that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients who we serve.
This territory will cover Southern California, Arizona, and New Mexico. The successful candidate must reside within the boundaries of the territory.
What You Will Do
- Be a credible medical/ scientific expert who engages with KME and HCP to increase confidence in making the best clinical decisions pertaining to disease state and Biogen’s products in the near and long term for the benefit of patient care.
- Focus on building deep, strategic, long-term relationships with internal & external stakeholders to be viewed as a partner rather than transactional.
- Be a “partner in the trenches”—be responsive, engage often and be a solutions-driven conduit to leaders in the medical community.
- Engage in projects and/or initiatives aligned to US Medical strategy, objectives and tactics.
- Be highly accountable to qualitative and quantitative medical excellence performance goals, standards, and measurements. Deliver against KME engagement plans that add high value by navigating resources at the office in collaboration with field and non-field colleagues. Capture and report KME/HCP medical insights using Veeva with the highest level of consistency and accuracy to help inform the medical and clinical strategies.
Who You Are
You are a scientific or clinical professional with a passion for science and deep scientific knowledge. You have a marked curiosity about healthcare and business opportunities. You keep patients, payers and physicians top of mind in your daily work and collaborate to solve critical scientific and business challenges.
Required skills
- Advanced Scientific or Clinical degree required; Doctoral level (OD, MD, PhD, PharmD, DNP) is preferred.
- Clinical experience and subject matter expertise in Optometry or Ophthalmology is strongly preferred.
- Must live within the territory, which covers Southern California, Arizona, and New Mexico.
- Effective communication: Communicates concisely, confidently, and credibly; Easily understands other points of views and responds appropriately; Listens with empathy to respond to current and future needs and adjust the communication according to the audience.
- Digital potential: Comfortable using and experimenting with technology; Embraces and optimally utilizes new tools and systems; Demonstrates a willingness and aptitude to learn if not yet well versed.
- Accountability: Delivers reliably against goals; Motivated to perform to meet and even exceed metrics and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Views metrics and KPIs as a positive opportunity to communicate value to internal stakeholders.
- Ethical: Understands rules for industry and is committed to following them for the benefit of patients.
- Able to travel at least 60% of the time, including ability to travel overnight and occasionally on weekends.
- Must be 18 years of age or older with valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record. Must have authorization and ability to drive a company leased vehicle or rental.
Why Biogen?
Our Company mission to find therapies for neurological and rare diseases is a unique focus within our industry and this shared purpose is what connects us as a team. We work together to overcome obstacles and to follow the science. We are resilient as we strive to make an impact on our patients’ lives and on changing the course of medicine. Together, we pioneer. Together, we thrive.
Job Level: Management
Additional Information
The base compensation range for this role is: $146,000.00-$195,500.00
Base salary offered is determined through an analytical approach utilizing a combination of factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills & experience, job location, and internal equity.
Regular employees are eligible to receive both short term and long-term incentives, including cash bonus and equity incentive opportunities, designed to reward recent achievements and recognize your future potential based on individual, business unit and company performance.
In addition to compensation, Biogen 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, & Life insurances
- Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement
- Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
- A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)
- Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 paid days off for Personal Significance
- 80 hours of sick time per calendar year
- Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit
- 401(k) program participation with company matched contributions
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year
- Employee Resource Groups participation
Why Biogen?
We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.
At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about Biogen.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.
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Match your credentials to EB-2 requirements
MSL roles typically require a PharmD, MD, or PhD, which positions you squarely for EB-2. Confirm your degree is evaluated by a NACES-accredited credential evaluation service before any employer files your PERM application.
Target pharma companies with active PERM history
Large pharmaceutical and biotech employers file PERM petitions regularly for MSL roles. Search OFLC disclosure data for your therapeutic area to identify which companies have sponsored similar positions in the last two years.
Clarify sponsorship intent during early interviews
MSL hiring often moves fast through medical affairs teams unfamiliar with immigration timelines. Ask directly whether the company sponsors PERM for this role, not just H-1B visa, before advancing past the first-round interview.
Understand how PERM job duties affect your application
PERM requires the employer to advertise the role at the minimum requirements, not your specific background. Make sure your current duties align with the posted job description so your I-140 isn't weakened by a mismatch.
Search for sponsoring MSL employers on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Medical Science Liaison positions by employers with green card sponsorship history. This surfaces relevant openings faster than manually cross-referencing OFLC disclosure files against job postings.
Account for priority date backlogs before accepting an offer
If you're from India or China, EB-2 and EB-3 priority date backlogs can extend your wait significantly. Ask your prospective employer whether they'll file EB-2 and EB-3 concurrently to preserve the earliest possible priority date.
Green Card Medical Science Liaison: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Medical Science Liaison roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most MSL positions qualify for EB-2 because they require a PharmD, MD, or PhD, which meets the advanced degree standard. EB-3 is also available if the role is defined as requiring a bachelor's degree plus experience. Your employer's attorney will determine the appropriate category based on the posted job requirements.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for MSL professionals?
H-1B is a temporary work visa with a six-year limit and an annual cap lottery. PERM-based green card sponsorship has no annual lottery, leads to permanent residency, and isn't tied to continued employment with a single employer once your I-485 has been pending for 180 days. The PERM process typically takes one to three years before you get a green card, but the outcome is permanent status rather than a temporary authorization window.
Which employers sponsor green cards for Medical Science Liaison positions?
Large pharmaceutical companies, specialty biotech firms, and medical device manufacturers are the most active PERM sponsors for MSL roles. Regional or contract MSL organizations sponsor less frequently. Use Migrate Mate to identify employers with documented green card sponsorship history in the life sciences sector, which saves you from applying to roles where sponsorship is unlikely.
Can my employer start PERM while I'm on a work visa for an MSL role?
Yes. Employers can file a PERM labor certification with DOL while you're working in valid H-1B or other status. Starting PERM early matters because the priority date is set when PERM is filed, not when I-140 or I-485 is submitted. For candidates from backlogged countries, filing PERM as early as possible in your employment significantly affects how long you wait for a green card.
What makes an MSL job description strong for the PERM process?
PERM requires the employer to list the minimum requirements needed to perform the job, not the ideal candidate profile. For MSL roles, the job description should specify the required degree field, the therapeutic area, and whether field-based travel is part of the role. Inflated requirements or vague duties can trigger DOL audits. A well-scoped job description filed by an experienced attorney reduces the risk of delays or denials.