Clinical practice liaison- pacific northwest
company name: madrigal pharmaceuticals
madrigal is a biopharmaceutical company pursuing novel therapeutics for non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (nash), also known as metabolic dysfunction associated steatohepatitis (mash). Our first therapy, rezdiffra (resmetirom), was granted accelerated approval by the u.s. Food and drug administration (fda) for the treatment of adults with nash with moderate to advanced liver fibrosis (consistent with stages f2 to f3 fibrosis) and is being studied in a phase 3 trial for the treatment of nash with compensated cirrhosis.
clinical practice liaison, endocrinology
the clinical practice liaison, endocrinology (cpl) plays a vital field-based role within madrigal’s medical affairs team, focused on improving the standard of care for patients with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (mash/nash/masld). The cpl will proactively engage healthcare professionals (hcps) to provide guideline-based, non-promotional disease education on the identification, diagnosis, and management of mash.
this role centers on empowering clinical practices to adopt evidence-based care pathways, integrate non-invasive diagnostic tools, enhance risk stratification, and collaborate in multidisciplinary care models. The cpl will also serve as a bridge between the medical community and internal madrigal teams, providing strategic insights that help shape broader corporate understanding and direction.
key responsibilities
scientific & clinical education
* deliver unbiased, evidence-based education on mash/nash to hcps based on identified gaps in knowledge or clinical implementation.
* present current clinical practice guidelines and real-world data on diagnosis, risk stratification, and patient management.
* maintain deep understanding of non-invasive testing (nits), treatment paradigms, and clinical protocols across the liver/metabolic spectrum.
practice engagement & enablement
* engage with clinicians, practice managers, and office staff to support implementation of mash care protocols.
* support the integration of guideline-based approaches into routine clinical workflows and align practices with payer and quality standards.
* respond to unsolicited clinical and drug-related inquiries in a scientifically accurate and compliant manner.
cross-functional collaboration
* partner with internal medical affairs and commercial colleagues to address clinical questions and ensure consistent field insights.
* contribute scientific expertise to speaker training programs, advisory boards, and internal stakeholder education.
* represent madrigal at national and regional scientific meetings, supporting booth activities and engaging in peer-to-peer exchange.
insight gathering & strategic feedback
* capture and report actionable insights from clinical practices to inform corporate strategies and educational content development.
* monitor evolving clinical trends and barriers to care in mash/nash to support internal planning and market awareness.
compliance & professional standards
* adhere strictly to all applicable company and regulatory policies, including fda and industry guidelines for non-promotional medical engagements.
* ensure thorough documentation and accountability for all scientific interactions.
required
qualifications & skills
* advanced healthcare or life science degree (e.g., pa, np, pharmd, or other clinically relevant background).
* minimum 5 years of direct patient care in gastroenterology, hepatology, endocrinology, or metabolic disease.
* clinical familiarity with nash/mash diagnostic tools, especially non-invasive testing and risk stratification methods.
* strong grasp of u.s. healthcare system operations, including practice workflows, billing/coding, and payer dynamics.
* excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to distill complex science for various audiences.
* proficiency with microsoft office tools, crm platforms, and virtual communication systems.
* willingness to travel 60–70% weekly, including weekends for scientific congresses.
preferred
* previous experience in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry in a medical affairs or msl role.
* understanding of industry standards for compliant medical information exchange and field-based scientific roles.
ideal candidate profile
the ideal cpl candidate is a dynamic communicator and clinician-educator with a passion for improving patient outcomes. They bring deep therapeutic area knowledge, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to adapt scientific insights to practical, clinical solutions. This role is best suited for individuals with initiative, independence, and a commitment to advancing real-world care for patients with mash/nash.
compensation
base salary is determined by several factors that include, but are not limited to, a successful candidate's qualifications, skills, education, experience, business needs, and market demands. The role may also be eligible for bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits, which include flexible paid time off (pto), medical, dental, vision, and life and disability insurance.
madrigal is an equal opportunity employer. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran or disabled status, or other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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