Role Summary
Medical Science Liaison (MSL) is a field-based role supporting Neuro-Oncology with responsibilities to develop and maintain relationships with medical thought leaders, provide scientific exchange, and support Medical Affairs initiatives. This position covers multiple states and requires established scientific credibility and ability to interact with KOLs and academic centers.
Responsibilities
- Identify and develop peer-to-peer relationships with key opinion leaders and healthcare providers within the therapeutic area.
- Develop and execute territory plans in alignment with US Medical Affairs plans.
- Identify and communicate key clinical and research issues and insights from KOLs to appropriate departments.
- Participate in medical education for healthcare professionals through on-site presentations at healthcare institutions, investigator meetings, national conferences, advisory boards, or regional meetings.
- Provide scientific support for activities such as medical congress staffing, advisory boards, and sales training initiatives.
Qualifications
- Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to communicate complex scientific and medical information effectively across diverse audiences.
- Clear and concise communication and presentation skills.
- Excellent planning and organization skills with high attention to detail.
- Strong strategic mindset and the ability to work autonomously.
- Ability to learn quickly, be flexible, and be results-focused in a dynamic environment.
- Excellent negotiation skills and interpersonal relationship-building abilities.
- Proven collaboration with commercial teams while maintaining scientific integrity and compliance.
- Strong digital platform and tool capabilities.
- Excellent command of spoken English.
- Preferred:
- Experience supporting product launches in a field medical capacity.
- Experience managing multiple molecules or therapeutic areas with ability to prioritize.
- Track record of clinical trial site support and patient recruitment engagement.
- Understanding of regulatory requirements for field-based personnel.
- Education and Licenses:
- Advanced degree (PharmD, MD, PhD or equivalent) with at least 3 years’ experience in Oncology or Rare Disease.
- License (RN, NP, CNP, PA or equivalent) with Master’s Degree and at least 5 years’ experience in Oncology or Rare Disease clinical practice.
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience as an MSL or equivalent role.
- Experience in neuro-oncology strongly preferred.
- Willingness to travel 60-70% of the time.
- Valid driver’s license and reside within 60 miles of a major airport.
Skills
- Strong scientific and medical literacy in oncology/neuro-oncology.
- Strategic thinking and territory planning.
- Effective communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
- Ability to engage with diverse stakeholders, including HCPs and KOLs.
- Proficiency with digital platforms and tools.
Education
- Advanced degree (PharmD, MD, PhD or equivalent) required as specified above.
Additional Requirements
- Travel: 60-70% of the time.
- Physical demands: Frequent travel between meeting sites; regular use of computer and office equipment.