Akebia Therapeutics
Senior Medical Science Liaison - Southeast (Atlanta/Alabama)
Akebia Therapeutics, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383
Senior Medical Science Liaison – Southeast (Atlanta/Alabama)
Join to apply for the Senior Medical Science Liaison – Southeast (Atlanta/Alabama) role at Akebia Therapeutics. Job ID: 25A-30 | Location: Atlanta, GA; Nashville, TN; Alabama | Employment: Full-time (remote) | Travel: 50‑60%. At Akebia we take the fact that nearly 37 million Americans are affected by Chronic Kidney Disease very seriously. Every day we work with a purpose to better the lives of those impacted by kidney disease and the renal community that serves them. Our tenacious employees challenge the status quo to develop unique therapeutics that may set new standards of care for people living with kidney disease. This is life‑changing work, and we ask if you are ready. Essential Functions & Duties
Acquire and maintain an advanced level of clinical‑scientific knowledge in the anemia and CKD landscape and other disease states related to Akebia’s products, while maintaining a basic level of knowledge about the broader portfolio. Identify and engage appropriate Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), Key Medical Experts (KMEs), and Healthcare Professionals (HCPs) in the renal/nephrology space to develop professional relationships and exchange clinical‑scientific information. Accurately and compliantly interpret and disseminate balanced and factual scientific, clinical, and health‑economic data, gathering new information as it applies to the products and therapeutic interests. Gather, translate, and communicate actionable, strategy‑aligned insights from scientific, educational, and conference interactions. Respond to unsolicited requests regarding Investigator Sponsored Studies (ISS) within the ISS program and support submissions through internal review and approval processes. Deliver approved educational programs to relevant healthcare audiences (e.g., HCPs, managed‑care organizations, dialysis organizations, specialty pharmacies). Collaborate with Akebia’s clinical team to coordinate and optimize educational and research support for sites and investigators participating in clinical trials. Identify educational needs within the medical community around anemia in CKD management. Adhere to all regulatory and compliance guidelines and company policies in all aspects of scientific dissemination of information. Attend scientific and medical meetings. Basic Qualifications
Advanced clinical or medical degree (MD, PharmD, PhD, NP, PA, or equivalent). At least 3 years of MSL experience in the renal/nephrology space. Strong clinical and pharmaceutical background with CKD/nephrology. Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills. Excellent organizational skills. Strong strategic thinking, negotiation abilities, and problem‑solving skills. Ability to work independently and cross‑functionally. Demonstrated ability to work independently under pressure in a highly regulated environment. Travel 50‑60%. Preferred Qualifications
Advanced knowledge and experience within Dialysis Organizations (DOs). Compensation
Targeted Base: $169,875 – $209,846. Base compensation depends on qualifications, skills, and experience. Additional benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, corporate bonus program, incentive compensation, and equity. About Akebia
Akebian values curiosity, empathy, and making connections. Akebians embrace challenges and believe in working better together toward the common purpose of improving the life of each person impacted by kidney disease. To learn more, visit
www.akebia.com .
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Join to apply for the Senior Medical Science Liaison – Southeast (Atlanta/Alabama) role at Akebia Therapeutics. Job ID: 25A-30 | Location: Atlanta, GA; Nashville, TN; Alabama | Employment: Full-time (remote) | Travel: 50‑60%. At Akebia we take the fact that nearly 37 million Americans are affected by Chronic Kidney Disease very seriously. Every day we work with a purpose to better the lives of those impacted by kidney disease and the renal community that serves them. Our tenacious employees challenge the status quo to develop unique therapeutics that may set new standards of care for people living with kidney disease. This is life‑changing work, and we ask if you are ready. Essential Functions & Duties
Acquire and maintain an advanced level of clinical‑scientific knowledge in the anemia and CKD landscape and other disease states related to Akebia’s products, while maintaining a basic level of knowledge about the broader portfolio. Identify and engage appropriate Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), Key Medical Experts (KMEs), and Healthcare Professionals (HCPs) in the renal/nephrology space to develop professional relationships and exchange clinical‑scientific information. Accurately and compliantly interpret and disseminate balanced and factual scientific, clinical, and health‑economic data, gathering new information as it applies to the products and therapeutic interests. Gather, translate, and communicate actionable, strategy‑aligned insights from scientific, educational, and conference interactions. Respond to unsolicited requests regarding Investigator Sponsored Studies (ISS) within the ISS program and support submissions through internal review and approval processes. Deliver approved educational programs to relevant healthcare audiences (e.g., HCPs, managed‑care organizations, dialysis organizations, specialty pharmacies). Collaborate with Akebia’s clinical team to coordinate and optimize educational and research support for sites and investigators participating in clinical trials. Identify educational needs within the medical community around anemia in CKD management. Adhere to all regulatory and compliance guidelines and company policies in all aspects of scientific dissemination of information. Attend scientific and medical meetings. Basic Qualifications
Advanced clinical or medical degree (MD, PharmD, PhD, NP, PA, or equivalent). At least 3 years of MSL experience in the renal/nephrology space. Strong clinical and pharmaceutical background with CKD/nephrology. Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills. Excellent organizational skills. Strong strategic thinking, negotiation abilities, and problem‑solving skills. Ability to work independently and cross‑functionally. Demonstrated ability to work independently under pressure in a highly regulated environment. Travel 50‑60%. Preferred Qualifications
Advanced knowledge and experience within Dialysis Organizations (DOs). Compensation
Targeted Base: $169,875 – $209,846. Base compensation depends on qualifications, skills, and experience. Additional benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, corporate bonus program, incentive compensation, and equity. About Akebia
Akebian values curiosity, empathy, and making connections. Akebians embrace challenges and believe in working better together toward the common purpose of improving the life of each person impacted by kidney disease. To learn more, visit
www.akebia.com .
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