Edgewise Therapeutics

Senior Medical Science Liaison - Cardiac

About Edgewise Therapeutics:

At Edgewise, we are on a mission to discover new medicines that improve the lives of patients facing serious muscle disease. Our intimate knowledge of muscle biology and biophysics along with our ability to identify and design muscle specific precision small molecules have enabled us to rapidly advance our skeletal muscle and cardiac muscle product candidates into the clinic while also building a robust pre-clinical pipeline. With this focus on therapeutics designed to protect and improve muscle health, our goal is to dramatically enhance the lives of people living with progressive muscle disorders.

We have assembled an experienced and highly motivated leadership team with a strong track record in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industry to build the leading, global muscle disease biopharmaceutical company. Come join us make a significant difference in the lives of patients!

About the Position:

We are seeking passionate and driven Senior Medical Science Liaisons (MSLs) to join our growing team at a nimble, innovative pharmaceutical company dedicated to developing therapies for patients with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) and heart failure. As an MSL, you will serve as a key scientific resource to key opinion leaders (KOLs) and healthcare professionals (HCPs), helping to bridge cutting-edge science and clinical practice. This position is field-based and requires the ability to engage with thought leaders, clinicians, and researchers in the cardiovascular space. You will play a crucial role in supporting our mission to bring transformative medicines to patients who need them most.

Essential Job Duties and Functions:

• Serve as a scientific expert in cardiology, specifically HCM and heart failure, engaging in peer-to-peer discussions with KOLs and HCPs.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with KOLs in academic centers, and community HCPs.
• Provide timely, fair-balanced, and accurate scientific information in response to unsolicited medical inquiries.
• Support medical and clinical teams during clinical trials by assisting in identifying potential sites, assisting with patient recruitment strategies, and facilitating communication between sites and internal teams.
• Provide scientific support for advisory boards, including preparation, facilitation, and follow-up.
• Attend scientific congresses and symposia to gather and disseminate relevant scientific information. Staff medical booth, as needed.
• Deliver scientific presentations internally and externally to support education and training initiatives.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal stakeholders (e.g., Clinical Development, Regulatory, Commercial, and Pharmacovigilance) to ensure scientific alignment.
• Gather, document and disseminate medical insights and competitive intelligence to inform company strategy and development programs.
• Effectively manage assigned territory to optimize scientific engagement and operational efficiency.
• Maintain compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.
• Read, understand, and comply with all workplace health and safety policies; safe work practices; and company policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Required Education, Experience and Skills:

Education:

• Accredited doctorate degree in a life-science or basic-science discipline (Pharm.D., D.Sc., D.N.P., Ph.D., or M.D./D.O.) strongly preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum of 4+ years of experience as an MSL or in a field medical/scientific role within the pharmaceutical or biotech industry.
• Prior experience in cardiology or rare diseases, preferably related to HCM and heart failure
• Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with KOLs and other HCPs in both academic and community settings.
• Understanding of clinical trial design, execution, and the regulatory environment.
• Experience analyzing and communicating complex scientific data in a clear and meaningful way.
• Proven success managing both internal and external stakeholders in a dynamic, matrixed organization.
• Recognized as a valued collaborator and contributor within cross-functional teams.

Qualifications:

• Deep scientific knowledge and passion for cardiovascular medicine.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to travel up to 60–70% with overnight stays, as needed. May include international travels.
• Self-starter with strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
• Demonstrated ability to efficiently manage time and priorities, lead projects while valuing input from others, and operate with a high level of integrity, professionalism, and initiative.
• Take and follow directions, accept guidance from management, and adjust quickly to changes.

Salary range: $170,000-$215,000, title and salary commensurate with experience

Our Benefits: We are proud to offer health benefits, a discretionary bonus plan, stock option grants. a stock purchase plan, a 401(k) with match and paid time off to our team members as part of their compensation plan.

There is no deadline because the employer accepts applications on an ongoing basis.

Edgewise does not accept resumes from recruitment agencies for this position. Please do not send resumes to Edgewise employees or the company location. Edgewise is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.