Mavericks Wanted
When was the last time you achieved the impossible? If that thought feels overwhelming, you might want to pause here, but if it sparks excitement...read on
In 2015, we pioneered a “moneyball for biotech” approach, pooling projects and promising early-stage research from academia together under one financial umbrella to reduce risk and unleash innovation. This model allows science and small teams of experts to lead the way. We build bridges to groundbreaking advancements in rare disease, and develop life-changing medicines for patients with unmet needs as fast as humanly possible.
Together we define white space, push boundaries, and empower people to solve problems. If you're someone who defies convention, join us and work alongside some of the most respected minds in the industry. Together, we'll ask "why not?" and help reengineer the future of biopharma. At BridgeBio, we value curiosity and experimentation—including the ethical & thoughtful use of AI to improve clarity, speed, and quality of work.
What You'll Do
The Associate Director/ Senior Medical Science Liaison (MSL) is responsible for cultivating strong scientific relationships with external experts, delivering clinical and scientific insights, and serving as a strategic partner to both internal teams and the broader medical community. We are looking for an individual who thrives in dynamic environments and is known for their persistence, resourcefulness, and commitment to excellence.
With a strong scientific background and a passion for supporting those with rare diseases, the Sr. MSL will build trusted partnerships with key opinion leaders (KOLs), facilitate scientific exchange, and collaborate cross-functionally to advance internal initiatives. The role is critical in supporting Medical Affairs strategy and tactics by providing healthcare professionals (HCP) appropriate education and information to improve patient outcomes.
This role offers the opportunity to step beyond traditional field-based responsibilities, with the ability to shape and drive medical affairs tactics and operations from the ground up. The Sr. MSL will play a critical role in advancing internal initiatives and externally engaging with thought leaders in the areas of endocrinology, nephrology, and genetics.
Responsibilities
- Identify and engage with external experts and HCPs, with the goal of providing disease state awareness, genetic identification, and scientific exchange
- Advance clinical practice and improve patient outcomes by engaging key stakeholders across the assigned territory
- Cultivate strong professional relationships with KOLs and influential HCPs to support scientific exchange and medical collaboration.
- Serve as a scientific resource and strategic partner to HCPs to support patient identification and appropriate care pathways
- Establish and maintain professional relationships with a range of HCPs – including physicians, pharmacists, nurses, and other medical experts – to support disease education, product awareness, and evidence-based practice in alignment with medical strategy.
- Conduct impactful customer engagements, including discussions around emerging data, clinical trial activity, treatment barriers, market dynamics, unmet medical needs, pipeline updates, and disease state education.
- Provide medical and scientific support for internal cross-functional teams, including clinical development commercial, and market access helping to ensure alignment with external insights and evolving scientific landscapes.
- Support Clinical Development by appropriately assisting with site and investigator identification, study awareness and education and act as a field liaison for study site staff
- Support investigator-initiated research efforts and collaborate on the development of scientific publications and congress presentations.
- Participate in the planning and execution of advisory boards, speaker training programs, and medical education initiatives
- Serve as a medical and scientific expert at major medical conferences, symposia, and external stakeholder meetings.
- Collect, synthesize, and relay field-based insights to internal teams to inform clinical strategy, product development, and evidence generation plans.
- Identify opportunities to connect KOLs with appropriate BridgeBio colleagues and follow through to support ongoing collaboration and alignment.
- Ensure compliance with all internal policies and external regulatory requirements, including company travel and expense policies, institutional guidelines, and applicable local, state, and federal laws.
- Operate in full accordance with company Ethics, Compliance, and Promotional policies, fostering a culture of accountability and integrity among peers and collaborators
Where You'll Work
This a U.S-based remote role that will require travel as needed for visits to our San Francisco Office and medical conferences within the United States.
Who You Are
- Advanced degree required (MD, DO, PharmD, or PhD)
- Relevant Experience
- Minimum 2 years of experience in Medical Affairs
- Prior experience as an MSL is required; rare disease experience is a plus
- Background in endocrinology, nephrology, or genetics
- Skills
- Excellent scientific communication and presentation skills
- Ability to ideate and execute strategy quickly and independently
- Comfortable working cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment
- Strong organizational, analytical, and interpersonal abilities
- Self-driven with high emotional intelligence and professional maturity
- Other Requirements
- Ability to comply with all internal policies and external regulations, including those related to travel, expenses, and compliance
- Travel required: ~60% travel, including territory field visits and U.S.-based medical conferences
At BridgeBio, we strive to provide a market-competitive total rewards package, including base pay, an annual performance bonus, company equity, and generous health benefits. Below is the anticipated salary range for candidates for this role who will work in California. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will depend on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and length of experience within the job, type, and length of experience within the industry, educational background, location of residence and performance during the interview process. BridgeBio is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions based in other states.
Salary
$225,000—$250,000 USD
As a global company, our comprehensive benefits may vary based on location. We have high expectations for our team members. We make sure those working hard for patients are rewarded and cared for in return.
For USA based roles:
Financial & Rewards
- Market-leading compensation
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
- Pre-tax commuter benefits (transit and parking)
- Referral bonus for hired candidates
- Subsidized lunch and parking on in-office days
Health & Well-Being
- 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for you and your dependents
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with annual employer contributions, plus Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Fertility & family-forming benefits
- Expanded mental health support (therapy and coaching resources)
- Hybrid work model with flexibility
- Flexible, “take-what-you-need” paid time off and company-paid holidays
- Comprehensive paid medical and parental leave to care for yourself and your family
Skill Development & Career Paths:
- People are part of our growth and success story - from discovery to active drug trials and FDA pipelines, there are endless opportunities for skill development and internal mobility
- We provide career pathing through regular feedback, continuous education and professional development programs via LinkedIn Learning, LifeLabs, & BetterUp Coaching
- We celebrate strong performance with financial rewards, peer-to-peer recognition, and growth opportunities
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