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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$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to financial excellence, supporting project teams in clinical trials. You'll analyze budgets, manage general ledger functions, and ensure accurate financial reporting whil...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Drive the growth of a therapeutic portfolio by leveraging medical expertise and overseeing clinical trials. Collaborate across teams to shape strategies in cell and gene therapy, ensuring innovative...

Covington, KYRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$99K - $161K *

Transform technology solutions for a dynamic academic environment. Join a team that designs, develops, and implements innovative applications using Microsoft tools to enhance operational efficiency ac...

Seattle, WARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$176K - $243K *

Lead the charge in transforming oncology care by developing strategic partnerships and innovative programs that enhance patient-centered services and operational efficiency across healthcare systems...

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $230K *

Elevate oncology product promotion by building strong relationships with key stakeholders. Drive performance goals through effective marketing strategies and innovative solutions, ensuring timely acce...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $192K *

Join us to drive commercial performance by engaging healthcare providers, building relationships, and supporting product launches. Your expertise will enhance patient access to innovative therapies an...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$134K - $192K *

Lead the design and optimization of global service systems and analytics, driving operational excellence and customer success. Collaborate across departments to implement scalable solutions that enhan...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$185K - $210K *

Shape territory sales strategies and drive revenue growth by building strong relationships with healthcare professionals, delivering approved clinical information, and enhancing patient access to rare...

New Orleans, LARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $95K *

Transform client relationships by leading strategic projects, ensuring quality and alignment across teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive success and meet client expectations while fostering g...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Unlock effective patient access by driving reimbursement initiatives and educational support for healthcare providers. Collaborate across teams to navigate payer complexities and facilitate timely the...

Illinois, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$72K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading initiatives that enhance behavioral health quality and reduce costs. Collaborate with diverse teams to implement innovative solutions, optimize provider performance, and im...

Phoenix, AZRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $215K *

Drive organic growth by enhancing share of wallet within strategic accounts. Build executive relationships, execute account plans, and leverage cross-portfolio solutions to maximize revenue and custom...

Pittsburgh, PARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team that drives innovation and excellence. Contribute to impactful projects while collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve strategic goals and enh...

California, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$81K - $110K *

Elevate patient access by managing insurance and reimbursement processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely therapy access, troubleshoot issues, and provide guidance to patients...

Memphis, TNRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Support healthcare business development by engaging with executives, managing a multi-state territory, and driving client relationships. Utilize your sales expertise to strategize and grow our footpri...

Dallas, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$239K - $358K *

Join a team that's committed to maximizing growth in pharmaceutical accounts through strategic planning and relationship building, focusing on data-driven solutions and real-world evidence to foster l...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$101K - $145K *

Empower stakeholders by providing expert clinical education on organ perfusion services, fostering relationships with transplant centers and organ procurement organizations, and driving innovation in...

Silver Spring, MDRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$145K - $288K *

Shape the future of finance by leading transformation initiatives, modernizing technology stacks, and integrating AI to enhance operational efficiency across multiple finance domains with measurable b...

Durham, NCRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Manage and optimize the administrative and financial operations of the Sponsored Programs division, enhancing funding levels and proposal output while ensuring compliance with policies and effective r...

Miami, FLRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$185K - $195K *

Transform community health by delivering comprehensive primary care to diverse populations. Collaborate with local partners to enhance service accessibility while enjoying a supportive work environmen...

San Jose, CARemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Transform data into actionable insights by analyzing complex datasets, collaborating with stakeholders, and driving healthcare initiatives to enhance clinical outcomes and reduce costs. Empower decisi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $130K *

Lead the charge in compliance monitoring and testing to ensure adherence to regulations and internal standards. Evaluate controls, identify risks, and report findings to management, driving improvemen...

Lincoln, NERemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$182K - $212K *

Drive world-class study start-up execution and planning globally. Lead a team to ensure clinical trials are launched efficiently and comply with regulations while fostering a culture of innovation and...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$83K - $129K *

Lead the charge in advanced compliance activities, ensuring administrative solutions align with laws and regulations. Utilize AI tools to enhance efficiency, guide teams, and deliver scalable complian...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Transform healthcare by providing tele-neurohospital medicine services. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance patient care through innovative virtual solutions, ensuring quality support and pro...

Nashville, TNRemote

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.