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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$150K - $230K *

Drive impactful oncology product promotion by building strong relationships with key stakeholders. Leverage clinical expertise and market insights to exceed performance goals while ensuring patient ac...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in enterprise sales by hunting new logos within the Life Sciences sector. Build relationships with Salesforce partners to enhance co-selling opportunities while managing your own pipel...

RemoteRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$128K - $190K *

Shape the future of biotech by driving strategic sales and fostering key client relationships. Leverage your expertise to maximize revenue growth and enhance client satisfaction in a dynamic, fast-pac...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $135K *

Unlock potential by leading global oncology clinical trials, driving project execution, managing timelines, and collaborating across teams to deliver innovative therapies for patients worldwide in a d...

Indiana, USRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $135K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing cancer therapies by leading global oncology clinical trials, managing cross-functional study teams, and ensuring high standards of study execution and complia...

Tennessee, USRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $135K *

Lead the charge in advancing oncology research by managing global clinical trials. Utilize your expertise to ensure seamless operation, compliance, and timely delivery across diverse oncology studies...

Minnesota, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $135K *

Drive global oncology clinical trials by managing operational execution and ensuring compliance with timelines and regulations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to advance cancer research and d...

Oklahoma, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$98K - $132K *

Transform healthcare by leading Risk Adjustment strategies and educational initiatives. Collaborate with teams to enhance coding accuracy and documentation, ensuring compliance and delivering impactfu...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing oncology reimbursement support through a hybrid role, combining virtual engagement with essential in-field interactions. You'll drive provider partnerships an...

Illinois, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by effectively engaging with healthcare providers through both virtual and in-person interactions, ensuring optimal reimbursement support and education while managing territory-based...

Florida, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of oncology access by providing hybrid support and engagement to healthcare providers. Balance virtual account management with in-field interactions to foster relationships and enhanc...

California, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Drive engagement through a hybrid model by managing virtual and field support for oncology reimbursement, ensuring effective communication and strategic partnerships with healthcare providers across d...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$97K - $193K *

Join us to ensure the highest standards in clinical research as you manage site activities, foster relationships, and drive study success through proactive monitoring and compliance across the clinica...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of neurovascular care by driving market development, providing clinical support, and fostering relationships with key stakeholders to enhance patient outcomes and...

Atlanta, GARemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $140K *

Empower healthcare providers by promoting innovative colorectal cancer screening solutions, delivering exceptional support and education while strategically expanding product adoption across a designa...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $220K *

Champion clinical services initiatives, driving strategic content development and mentoring teams to enhance market access and client success. Lead projects, ensure compliance with standards, and reso...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $185K *

Unlock growth through consultative sales in clinical research. Collaborate with biotech leaders to enhance global health by managing strategic accounts and delivering innovative solutions that advance...

California, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $105K *

Engage as a clinical representative, providing customer support and education while streamlining medical order processes. Collaborate with Territory Managers to enhance market penetration and drive re...

Florence, SCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $160K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role driving oncology business development, fostering strategic partnerships, and optimizing sales performance across healthcare organizations and cancer centers. Lead...

Pendleton, ORRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$132K - $193K *

Unlock potential by leading the enterprise employee listening strategy, enhancing assessment science, and applying analytics to drive data-informed talent decisions. Collaborate with cross-functional...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of health economics by leading HEOR strategy within Medical Affairs. Collaborate cross-functionally to develop evidence that supports clinical differentiation and market access for in...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $115K *

Unlock potential by providing vital sales support and presentations, driving customer integration and product utilization, while conducting market research to enhance offerings. Collaborate closely wi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$168K - $231K *

Join a dynamic team to lead Nurse Case Managers, enhancing patient support and education throughout treatment journeys while ensuring compliance and quality in case management processes...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Help us drive growth by building relationships, prospecting new clients, and increasing sales within the healthcare sector. Your expertise will enhance our brand presence and ensure exceptional servic...

Dallas, TXRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $192K *

Drive commercial performance by engaging healthcare providers and executing territory plans. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support product launches and ensure patient access to innovative...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.