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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a Medical Science Liaison to join our team and serve as a vital bridge between our organization and the broader medical and scientific community. The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) is responsible for cultivating and maintaining relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs), healthcare professionals, and researchers to ensure the effective communication of scientific and clinical information related to our products and therapeutic areas. The MSL will play a critical role in supporting clinical development, medical education, and post-marketing activities by providing scientific expertise and insights from the field.
As a Medical Science Liaison, you will be expected to stay current with the latest scientific research, clinical data, and treatment trends in relevant therapeutic areas. You will engage in scientific exchange with healthcare providers, respond to medical inquiries, and deliver presentations at conferences, advisory boards, and educational events. Your ability to translate complex scientific information into clear, actionable insights will be essential for supporting both internal teams and external stakeholders.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong scientific background, excellent communication skills, and the ability to build and maintain professional relationships. You should be comfortable working independently, managing multiple projects, and traveling as needed to meet with healthcare professionals and attend industry events. Experience in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical device industry is highly desirable, as is familiarity with regulatory guidelines and compliance standards.
Key responsibilities include identifying and engaging with KOLs, supporting clinical trial recruitment and site selection, gathering and reporting field insights, and contributing to the development of medical strategies. You will also collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including medical affairs, clinical development, regulatory, and commercial teams, to ensure alignment and effective execution of medical initiatives.
If you are passionate about advancing medical science, fostering collaboration, and making a meaningful impact on patient care, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as a Medical Science Liaison.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Establish and maintain relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs) and healthcare professionals.
- Communicate scientific and clinical information about products and therapeutic areas.
- Support clinical trial recruitment, site selection, and investigator engagement.
- Gather and report field insights to inform medical and commercial strategies.
- Deliver scientific presentations at conferences, advisory boards, and educational events.
- Respond to medical inquiries from healthcare professionals and internal teams.
- Stay current with scientific literature, clinical data, and treatment trends.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support medical initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory and ethical guidelines.
- Contribute to the development of medical education materials and programs.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Advanced degree in life sciences (PharmD, PhD, MD, or equivalent preferred).
- Strong scientific knowledge in relevant therapeutic areas.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience building and maintaining professional relationships.
- Ability to translate complex scientific data for diverse audiences.
- Familiarity with clinical research and regulatory guidelines.
- Self-motivated and able to work independently.
- Willingness to travel as needed (up to 50%).
- Experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical device industry preferred.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have engaging with key opinion leaders?
- How do you stay updated on the latest scientific research?
- Describe a time you translated complex data for a non-expert audience.
- What therapeutic areas are you most familiar with?
- How do you ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines?
- Describe your experience supporting clinical trials.
- What motivates you to work as a Medical Science Liaison?
- How do you handle multiple projects with competing deadlines?
- What is your approach to building professional relationships?
- Are you willing to travel frequently for this role?
