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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$125K - $157K *

Advance market share and sales objectives by building strong relationships and leveraging clinical expertise. Collaborate with teams to analyze trends and drive strategic initiatives in a dynamic heal...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$173K - $272K *

Lead the charge in ensuring quality oversight for contract testing laboratories globally, implementing policies and managing performance to meet regulatory standards while safeguarding patient safety...

RemoteRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$69K - $125K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee quality of care investigations and improvement initiatives, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while enhancing patient outcomes and organizational efficiency...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$97K - $193K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior CRA, ensuring high-quality clinical studies through expert oversight, proactive monitoring, and strong partnerships with sites and sponsors. Your leadership will drive...

Kansas, USRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$98K - $160K *

Shape the future of clinical research by implementing innovative digital tools and technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and quality in study delivery while managi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $110K *

Transform clinical data into engaging scientific content with growth opportunities. Collaborate, communicate, and adhere to guidelines in a dynamic environment, supporting varied projects across forma...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $165K *

Drive the successful transfer of CDI best practices by mentoring client teams, conducting record reviews, and delivering education. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to enhance documentation a...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive growth by leading a team of provider relations representatives, managing key provider relationships, and implementing strategies to enhance service offerings and revenue within the compounding p...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $192K *

Transform commercial performance by engaging healthcare providers, driving product adoption, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure patient access to innovative therapies across a def...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $230K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on oncology solutions, driving product promotion and building relationships with key stakeholders to enhance patient access and care in a competitive bioph...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$108K - $250K *

Champion the promotion of innovative oncology solutions, enhancing patient care through strategic partnerships with healthcare providers and key opinion leaders, while driving brand growth and deliver...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by guiding global regulatory strategies for innovative AI/ML healthcare solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to navigate complex regulations while balancing innovation and patien...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Lead the cybersecurity validation and risk management processes to ensure IT systems comply with requirements, fostering a secure environment while guiding junior team members in their operational tas...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$190K - $210K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive clinical biomarker strategy and execution, translating discovery insights into actionable approaches that enhance patient outcomes in early neuroscienc...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving sales performance in primary care, engaging healthcare providers, and implementing strategic business plans to exceed targets within your territory. Collaborate with cross...

San Diego, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$45K - $250K *

Transform your career by connecting healthcare professionals with meaningful roles. Join a supportive team focused on building relationships and driving results while enjoying unlimited earning potent...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $250K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of sleep therapy sales, driving program adoption and customer satisfaction through strategic engagement with healthcare providers and hospital systems in a dynamic...

Kansas City, MORemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in strategic program management, overseeing project delivery and team development. Drive successful outcomes through effective staffing, risk management, and stakeholder collaboration...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$74K - $98K *

Elevate quality operations by leading corrective action plans (CAPs) for regulatory compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive accountability, resolve barriers, and ensure sustained...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$136K - $187K *

Unlock potential by serving as a vital resource for patients and caregivers, providing education and support for managing generalized Myasthenia Gravis while coordinating treatment and navigating insu...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$247K - $337K *

Shape the future of small molecule API development by leading strategic initiatives, influencing cross-functional teams, and managing process innovation to drive patient-centered outcomes in pharmaceu...

New Jersey, USRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$97K - $193K *

Lead the charge in ensuring clinical studies meet the highest standards of quality and compliance. Collaborate with sites and teams to drive successful execution and data integrity throughout the clin...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Transform the future of oncology sales by driving growth through strategic account management and consultative selling. Build strong relationships with healthcare professionals while ensuring exceptio...

Texas, USRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$155K - $210K *

Tackle an impactful sales role focused on patient advocacy and product launches. Leverage clinical expertise and business acumen to build relationships, drive sales growth, and navigate the healthcare...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Transform clinical operations by leading a dynamic team, ensuring high-quality trial management, and driving innovation through technology and AI solutions. Your strategic oversight will enhance perfo...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 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.