Medical Science Liaison (MSL)

About Sobi

Sobi - Swedish Orphan Biovitrum AB (publ) is a global biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing and delivering innovative therapies to improve the lives of people living with rare diseases. With over 1,700 employees in more than 30 countries, Sobi focuses on turning research into ground-breaking treatments and fostering strong partnerships across the value chain. The company values care, ambition, urgency, ownership, and partnership, and is committed to an inclusive culture where every individual can make a difference.

Role Overview

Sobi is seeking a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) to join the team in the Makkah region, covering Jeddah and Makkah. This full-time role requires 2-5 years of experience and is instrumental in providing scientific support to the MENAT field team, the regional head office Medical Affairs team, and external Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs). The MSL will establish and enhance the company’s reputation with Healthcare Professionals (HCPs) by delivering essential medical information for patient benefit.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and maintain collaborative relationships with KOLs, scientific experts, and other medical scientific stakeholders.
• Share information with field and head-office teams regarding communications with KOLs.
• Deliver high-quality medical and scientific communications in line with defined corporate and Business Unit communication plans.
• Create and execute center of excellence engagement plans.
• Support affiliate’s Medical and Commercial teams in developing local medical tactics and provide input to regional plans.
• Organize and set up scientific advisory boards with appropriate key stakeholders.
• Work with local patient access teams and coordinate with the HQ patient access function to support local market access, pricing, and reimbursement.
• Contribute to and support medical scientific aspects in various local and regional activities.
• Provide local and regional feedback to the regional office during Business Development Due Diligence and competitor analysis.
• Deliver input to regional office-led medical programs ahead of launch.
• Attend relevant local, regional, and global congresses and symposiums to represent Sobi and interact with stakeholders and customers.
• Facilitate and manage named-patient use (NPU) in collaboration with Sobi’s overall activities in this field.
• Ensure ongoing completion of all required initial and ongoing training in local regulations and policies, and adherence to those regulations and policies.
• Propose, implement, and monitor the regional medical action plan (Strategic & Operational), including Phase 3 or 4 studies, investigator studies, post-authorization studies, and promotional and educational medical projects, in coordination with the Medical Director and MSM.
• Provide proactive and timely input into Brand Strategy, plan, and budget.
• Respond to medical questions from customers and company colleagues.
• Ensure initial and continued medical training of field teams.
• Validate team’s medical information.
• Work with field teams on public relations or symposia with healthcare professionals.
• Liaise with patient advocacy groups.

Qualifications and Experience

• 2-5 years of relevant experience in a Medical Science Liaison or similar role.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with Key Opinion Leaders and scientific experts.
• Strong understanding of medical and scientific communication principles.
• Knowledge of local regulations and policies relevant to the pharmaceutical industry.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in the Makkah region, covering Jeddah and Makkah. The role involves collaboration with both field and head office teams, as well as external stakeholders, in a dynamic environment focused on rare diseases.

Application Process

Sobi encourages all qualified candidates to apply. The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and bases employment decisions on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications.