Medical Science Liaison Jobs

Explore Medical Science Liaison (MSL) jobs for professionals who connect scientific research with clinical practice. MSLs share accurate, balanced information about therapies and disease areas, engage with healthcare professionals and researchers, and bring relevant scientific insights back to their organizations. Browse vetted opportunities on Ladders, including roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Does a Medical Science Liaison Do?

Medical Science Liaisons are field-based scientific experts who build peer-to-peer relationships with clinicians, researchers, and other healthcare stakeholders. Their work may include discussing clinical evidence, responding to unsolicited scientific questions, supporting medical education, attending scientific meetings, and communicating emerging insights to internal medical and research teams. MSLs work in a non-promotional capacity and follow applicable compliance and medical affairs guidelines.

Common MSL Qualifications

Employers commonly seek an advanced scientific or clinical degree, such as a PharmD, PhD, MD, or nursing doctorate, along with expertise in a therapeutic area. Strong candidates bring clear scientific communication skills, experience interpreting clinical data, relationship-building ability, and comfort working independently in a field-based role. Requirements vary by employer, specialty, and seniority.

Career Paths in Medical Affairs

Medical Science Liaison experience can support career growth into senior or regional MSL positions, medical affairs leadership, medical strategy, field medical excellence, or related scientific roles. Opportunities may differ across biotechnology, pharmaceutical, diagnostics, and medical device organizations. Explore current listings to compare responsibilities, therapeutic areas, locations, and compensation.

Find Medical Science Liaison Jobs on Ladders

Ladders features vetted professional job opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Search Medical Science Liaison openings to find roles aligned with your scientific background, clinical expertise, and career goals. Review each posting for its specific qualifications, travel expectations, location, and compensation details.

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$155K - $175K *

Serve as a key scientific partner in the field, driving prelaunch and launch strategies through trusted relationships, high-quality exchanges, and actionable insights to enhance product adoption and c...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$230K - $260K *

Oversee regional sales strategies and lead a team to drive oncology product sales. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance market insights and ensure compliance while fostering team development and...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$215K - $230K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of hematology-oncology by serving as a Senior Medical Science Liaison. You'll build scientific relationships, provide insights, and support the launch of innovati...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$215K - $230K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of hematology-oncology by serving as a Senior Medical Science Liaison. Build scientific relationships, provide insights, and support the launch of innovative ther...

San Diego, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$215K - $230K *

Join us to empower the hematology-oncology community as a Senior Medical Science Liaison. Build scientific relationships, share insights, and support the launch of innovative therapies for cutaneous T...

Las Vegas, NVRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$155K - $175K *

Develop trusted relationships with key stakeholders, delivering scientific insights and supporting prelaunch activities. Operate independently in a dynamic environment, influencing adoption through cr...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$215K - $230K *

Lead the charge in advancing scientific engagement and strategy for cutaneous T-cell lymphoma. As a Senior Medical Science Liaison, you'll build relationships, share insights, and support medical affa...

Philadelphia, PARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$215K - $230K *

Drive your career with a pivotal role as a Senior Medical Science Liaison, engaging with key stakeholders in hematology-oncology. Leverage your expertise to enhance scientific understanding and suppor...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$215K - $230K *

Unlock potential by serving as a scientific expert in cutaneous T-cell lymphoma, building relationships with healthcare professionals, and driving medical strategy for lacutamab. Collaborate across di...

Phoenix, AZRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$215K - $230K *

Explore the forefront of hematology as a Senior Medical Science Liaison, driving scientific engagement and insights in cutaneous T-cell lymphoma. Collaborate with key stakeholders to enhance medical s...

Raleigh, NCRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join our North America Medical Affairs team to build peer partnerships with Eye Care Professionals, support product adoption, and enhance scientific exchange in the Dry Eye therapy area through strate...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$190K - $225K *

Elevate your career by engaging with key opinion leaders and healthcare professionals. This role focuses on scientific collaboration and strategic partnerships, driving impactful medical insights with...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$155K - $175K *

Empower healthcare professionals by delivering scientific insights and fostering relationships. Drive prelaunch and launch strategies in a dynamic environment, ensuring clinical readiness and impactfu...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$190K - $220K *

Engage with key stakeholders as a Senior Medical Science Liaison, driving prelaunch and launch strategies. Build trusted relationships, deliver scientific insights, and influence adoption in a dynamic...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$165K - $194K *

Pioneer impactful scientific exchanges as a Senior Medical Science Liaison, fostering relationships with healthcare providers and key opinion leaders in hematology/oncology while supporting Rigel's in...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$190K - $225K *

Drive scientific engagement as a Senior Medical Science Liaison, fostering relationships with Key Opinion Leaders and healthcare professionals. Leverage your expertise in cardiovascular disease to sup...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in enhancing precision medicine access by collaborating with laboratories to optimize testing workflows and strengthen stakeholder relationships, ensuring patients receive the right tr...

Parsippany, NJRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $224K *

Elevate patient outcomes by leveraging your expertise in CNS as a Medical Science Liaison. Collaborate with key stakeholders to drive strategic initiatives and deliver evidence-based insights that enh...

Boston, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $235K *

Unlock potential by driving scientific excellence as a strategic partner, educating healthcare professionals on Immuno-Oncology and fostering relationships that support cancer therapeutic initiatives...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$205K - $240K *

Shape the future of oncology as a Senior Medical Science Liaison, creating impactful scientific engagement within hematology and oncology that enhances patient care. Collaborate with KOLs and cross-fu...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$133K - $173K *

Unlock potential by engaging with KOLs and healthcare providers to deliver scientific insights that enhance clinical practices. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive data interpretation and support...

Philadelphia, PARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$133K - $213K *

Lead impactful scientific discussions with KOLs and physicians while gathering critical insights within a regional territory in the immunology and dermatology fields. Drive engagement and support clin...

Hampton, NJRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$190K - $220K *

Engage with key stakeholders to drive prelaunch and launch strategies, translating clinical data into actionable insights. Build trusted relationships and ensure readiness for successful product adopt...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $172K *

Join a team that's redefining healthcare innovation by collaborating with professionals to foster scientific knowledge, enhance patient outcomes, and drive product development initiatives through enga...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Empower clinical development by collaborating with Medical Directors to ensure scientific integrity and data quality in clinical trials. Engage with experts, analyze data, and manage project deliverab...

North Carolina, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Medical Science Liaison?question toggle

    A Medical Science Liaison is a field-based scientific professional who engages with healthcare professionals and researchers to exchange accurate, balanced information about clinical evidence, treatments, and disease areas. MSLs typically work within medical affairs and operate in a non-promotional capacity.

  • What qualifications do Medical Science Liaison jobs require?question toggle

    Many employers prefer an advanced scientific or clinical degree, such as a PharmD, PhD, MD, or nursing doctorate, plus expertise in a relevant therapeutic area. Requirements vary, and employers may also value clinical or research experience, scientific communication skills, and the ability to build professional relationships.

  • How much do Medical Science Liaison jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies by employer, therapeutic area, location, experience, and role scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for salary information and compensation details.

  • Do Medical Science Liaisons promote products?question toggle

    MSLs are generally responsible for scientific exchange rather than product promotion. They provide balanced, evidence-based information and follow their organization's medical affairs policies and applicable regulations.

  • Where do Medical Science Liaisons work?question toggle

    MSLs commonly work for pharmaceutical, biotechnology, diagnostics, or medical device organizations. Many positions are field-based and may involve regional travel, though arrangements and coverage areas vary by employer.