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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$112K - $193K *

Join a team that's redefining software engineering with AI-driven solutions. Lead the charge in adopting AI-enabled SDLC practices, optimizing software delivery, and mentoring teams to enhance product...

Charleston, WVRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing healthcare processes for the Veterans Health Administration, enhancing business and clinical operations. Collaborate with stakeholders to redesign workflows, address chal...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join our team to drive awareness and adoption of an AI-powered assay in oncology. Collaborate with healthcare providers to enhance patient care through education and strategic engagement, ensuring opt...

Missouri, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$300K *

Elevate healthcare delivery by leading a dedicated team in clinical evaluations, ensuring best practices while providing client-facing support and expertise in medical claims, regulations, and emergin...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $97K *

Shape the future of healthcare by conducting clinical case reviews and enhancing product quality for an AI-driven clinical platform. Collaborate with care teams to ensure accurate alert functionality...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $120K *

Champion integrated care management by coordinating health services for dually-eligible enrollees with complex needs. Engage with members in community settings to enhance health outcomes and quality o...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by educating healthcare providers on an AI-driven prognostic assay for early and late distant recurrence risk in breast cancer patients, driving adoption through consultative sales an...

Virginia, USRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $230K *

Drive impactful oncology solutions by building relationships with key stakeholders. Collaborate with internal teams to enhance patient access and exceed performance goals while managing territory reso...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $135K *

Join a team that shapes innovative medical strategies, driving excellence in healthcare content. Collaborate with experts, cultivate client relationships, and inspire teams to elevate project outcomes...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Champion growth by building strategic relationships and driving sales in the Healthcare sector. Leverage AI solutions to enhance customer engagement and achieve revenue targets while collaborating wit...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Help us drive business development in oncology by leading strategic partnerships and optimizing resources to enhance clinical outcomes and market potential for our innovative diagnostic and therapeuti...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$149K - $248K *

Champion client engagement and operational excellence by managing consulting teams, driving quality standards, and fostering relationships within Military Health Systems. Lead new business development...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $192K *

Engage healthcare providers and drive commercial performance in a defined territory. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support product launches and ensure patient access to innovative therapi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of regulatory support for pharmaceutical programs, managing IND and NDA submissions, health authority interactions, and lifecycle maintenance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $90K *

Unlock potential by leading data analysis and storytelling efforts, ensuring insights meet client needs. Collaborate with teams to deliver actionable reports and maintain high-quality standards throug...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$108K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to drive sales performance, build customer relationships, and execute brand strategies in the field. Leverage your expertise to maximize opportunities and enhance patient-centered...

Tucson, AZRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$91K - $163K *

Champion regulatory initiatives that align with organizational goals, enhance compliance, and drive operational excellence. Collaborate across teams to deliver effective strategies and impactful solut...

Irvine, CARemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $160K *

Optimize clinical sales support for advanced vascular solutions, driving product adoption and exceptional patient outcomes. Collaborate with sales and clinical teams to enhance training, education, an...

Washington, DCRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$169K - $231K *

Advance your career by leading a dynamic sales team focused on innovative treatments for neurological and psychiatric disorders. Drive strategic initiatives, foster talent, and collaborate cross-funct...

California, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$164K - $213K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of regulatory affairs, leading CMC strategy and submissions for development and post-approval programs across the EMEA region. Collaborate cross-functionally to en...

New Jersey, USRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$217K - $271K *

Launch your career by owning the national Field Excellence model, managing operations for a groundbreaking oncology therapy. Collaborate with sales leaders to enhance prescriber access and streamline...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$148K - $222K *

Pioneer advanced analytics strategies to optimize omnichannel investments, translating global performance data into actionable insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive measurable com...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$189K - $284K *

Lead compliance initiatives by advising business teams on legal risks, developing tools for ethical decision-making, and fostering strong relationships across functions to ensure adherence to regulati...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$73K - $100K *

Accelerate progress at workforce development by managing training programs and initiatives that enhance public health laboratory capabilities. Collaborate with partners to design, implement, and evalu...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $130K *

Lead the oversight of charge description master and billing analysis, enhancing revenue integrity across the organization. Collaborate with departments to improve charging practices and ensure complia...

Kentucky, USRemote

2 weeks 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.