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At Agios, we are fueled by connections to transform rare diseases. We foster an inclusive, collaborative culture – one that sparks bold thinking and strengthens our connections with each other and with the rare disease communities we serve. We embrace diverse backgrounds with respect, active listening, and a commitment to inclusion – because our differences shape how we hire, collaborate, and innovate. Our team’s proven track record of executional excellence, combined with our depth of expertise and dedication, enables us to develop innovative medicines that reflect the priorities of rare disease communities. Our commitment is more than scientific – it’s deeply personal, grounded in the meaningful connections we have built. To learn more, visit www.agios.com and follow Agios on LinkedIn and X.

Agios Pharmaceuticals is searching for a dynamic Medical Science Liaison (MSL/Sr MSL) to join our growing MSL team. We want someone who cares about this important work, and who’s driven to connect to our mission of helping these patient communities. The Medical Science Liaison will be responsible for key opinion leader (KOL) development in hemolytic anemias, including sickle cell disease, thalassemia, and pyruvate kinase deficiency. The MSL will engage in scientific exchange with KOLs in support of Global Medical Affairs goals and objectives. The MSL will play a critical role in managing investigator & company sponsored studies. The MSL will be their own territory manager in supporting payers and commercial counterparts within appropriate legal/compliance guardrails.

• Maintain clinical, scientific, and technical expertise in relevant molecule and disease state areas.
• In collaboration with MSL director, develop and track opinion leader (OL) engagement plans - identify, develop, and maintain long-term collaborative relationships with OLs within assigned region.
• Participate in medical & scientific exchanges with the medical/scientific community including advisory boards.
• Respond to and document unsolicited requests for information on Agios molecules and clinical programs.
• Collaborate with clinical operations and clinical development to support the recruitment of potential clinical trials sites and to serve as a local Agios resource to clinical teams at trial sites participating in Agios studies.
• Facilitate company sponsored and investigator sponsored trials (ISTs). Provide medical/clinical teams with feedback and insights from interactions with OLs and investigators.
• Represent the company at medical meetings through Medical Affairs’ Scientific Booth coverage and other related activities.
• Adhere to corporate SOPs and ensure vigilant compliance with relevant legal and regulatory guidelines governing scientific interactions with physicians and healthcare professionals across all activities, including those related to clinical trials, scientific interactions with internal and external groups, and responses to unsolicited requests for medical/scientific information.
• Embrace and demonstrate the Agios culture of absolute integrity, focused execution, incisive leadership, collaborative spirit and pursuit of excellence and innovation.

• An advanced clinical degree (e.g. PharmD, PhD, or MD - other doctoral degrees may be considered) is strongly preferred.
• Industry experience preferred with a minimum of 1 year of relevant hematology clinical/research/industry experience in rare diseases.
• Ability to travel frequently with overnight stays (e.g., OL meetings, internal Agios meetings, medical meetings and congresses, training); global travel may be required.
• Exhibits the highest level of scientific and clinical acumen with excellent communication and networking skills
• Team-minded with ability to be innovative and flexible in a fast-paced and changing environment
• Understanding of, and experience with, regulatory framework applicable to interactions with health care providers (HCPs), payers, advocacy and other business partners.
• Previous MSL experience strongly preferred

Location Specific – Field/Remote: This is a remote based field position. Employees in field roles must reside within their designated territory. Regular conversations with manager are encouraged to ensure alignment on in-person presence/expectations. Travel may be required commensurate with the above job description and/or to attend team meetings and other company events.

• Deliberate Development. Your professional growth as one of our top priorities.
• Flexibility. We’re all about individual needs. We embrace different perspectives, work styles, health and wellness approaches, care of families and productivity. When you’re at your best, we’re at our best.
• Premium benefits package. We invest in the health, well-being, and security of our people with a premium benefits package that is well-rounded and flexible to help meet the varied personal and professional needs of every member of our team. For more detail on the benefits we offer at Agios, visit the Inside Agios section of our website.
• Competitive and equitable performance-based compensation. This includes base salary and both short- and long-term incentives that are connected to our business strategy and vary based on individual and company performance.
  • The current base salary range for this position at the Medical Science Liaison is expected to be between $153,541 and $230,312 annualized and the current base salary range for this position at the Senior Medical Science Liaison is expected to be between $183,549 and $275,324 annualized; final salary will be determined based on various factors including, but not limited to, years of relevant experience, job knowledge, skills and proficiency, degree/education, and internal comparators.
• Psychological safety. We support an environment of fearlessness. We want you to share your ideas, speak candidly and take data-informed risks to help push the boundaries.
• Commitment to diversity. We strive to foster a welcoming workplace where everyone can thrive. We’re continuously looking to improve the inclusivity of our workforce.
• Commitment to community. We’re an active participant in the communities that surround us – the communities where we live, and the community of people and their loved ones in need of better treatment options for conditions that are often overlooked.

Interested in learning more about what makes our culture unique? Visit the Inside Agios section of our website.