Medical Science Liaison - Switzerland

Overview

At Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, we are leading the RNAi Revolution — translating Nobel Prize-winning science into transformative medicines that target diseases at their genetic source.

We are seeking a Medical Science Liaison to join our team in Switzerland. In this field-based role, you will manage and execute medical activities that support the Medical Affairs strategies for one or more marketed products and/or development compounds. You will use your clinical knowledge, field expertise, and business acumen to identify and communicate scientific and healthcare trends, bring forward insights, and support peer learning across the field team.

You will also play a key role in understanding the external healthcare environment, identifying data gaps, gathering field intelligence, and communicating key insights to internal teams. The ideal candidate brings strong scientific depth, relationship-building skills, and sound business understanding.

The successful candidate will be based in Switzerland.

Summary of Key Responsibilities

• Identify and engage with KOLs and “rising stars”, establish and maintain peer-to-peer relationships to build awareness, proper use and investigate new uses of Alnylam’s products in a field-based/virtual interactions focused role. 
• Identify investigator-initiated study (IIS) opportunities and will act as the primary conduit and work directly with the investigator during the IIS 
• Report emerging clinical trends
• In a project based set up assist in development of advisory boards, symposia and publication planning
• Provide input to the Medical Affairs Manager and Medical Director to develop appropriate strategic and tactical plans (e.g. MAC) for the country
• Be the team expert on all aspects of the MSL role including: process improvements and sharing of best practice
• Foster a collaborative working relationship with Medical Representatives and Commercial colleagues to ensure strategies and business plans are both patient and business focused
• Work with the Swiss team to bring the voice of the field-based MSL into strategy development and material creation
• Provide accurate and fair-balanced medical and scientific education using literature, summaries of publications, education and presentation scientific materials and presentations to external and internal customers both proactively and in response to requests for information
• Provide scientific support and attendance to conferences and meetings
• Ensure relevant and appropriate responses to customer medical inquiries
• Maintain a level of expertise in the evolving scientific / therapeutic area and in competitor medicines
• 80% travel is required; overnight travel is required as needed
• Responsible for covering the entire Swiss territory. 
• Be compliant to Ethics, Compliance and internal policies  
• Ensures that Adverse Events and Product Complaints are reported to Medical Information as per the Alnylam Adverse Event Reporting Policy

Qualifications

• Advanced academic background in a scientific or healthcare-related field. A university degree in medicine, natural sciences, pharmacology, or biomedical sciences is required; an advanced degree (e.g., PhD or MD) is strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in the healthcare industry or in a related role preferred; open to candidates with transferable skills.
• Ability to organize and prioritize own work schedule
• Well developed social- and relationship building ability
• High level of planning and organisational skills.
• Flexible and adaptable to meet departmental and organisational needs.
• Experience of presenting to internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Native-level or near-native proficiency in French and strong command of English required
• Experience of working in a customer focused environment.
• Awareness of commercial processes at local country level.
• High level of self-motivation with the ability to work independently and as part of an integrated matrix organisation.
• Strong critical and independent thinking with effective team working skills.
• Business acumen with a good understanding of the pharmaceutical industry and healthcare arena

Why Alnylam?

At Alnylam, our mission is to change patients’ lives through RNAi therapeutics. Our core values — Fiercely Innovative, Open Culture, Purposeful Urgency, Passion for Excellence, and Commitment to People — guide how we collaborate, lead, and deliver for patients.

We are proud to be recognized globally as a Top Employer, and we foster an inclusive culture where employees can thrive, contribute meaningfully, and grow their careers.

Join us and be part of the RNAi Revolution.