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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$180K - $215K *

Drive regional sales success by leading a high-performing team, executing launch strategies, and fostering customer relationships to achieve business objectives in a dynamic environment...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$210K - $250K *

Empower patient care through expert image interpretation and guidance in diagnostic radiology. Collaborate on quality assurance, oversee technical standards, and educate staff while ensuring optimal p...

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

$160K - $192K *

Execute territory business plans to drive commercial performance, engage healthcare providers, and support product launches. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize patient access and ensu...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $185K *

Architect comprehensive clinical supply strategies for global trials. Collaborate across functional teams to secure timely, compliant drug supply while managing risks and inventory effectively, ensuri...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Transform quality assurance by leading a dedicated team, ensuring compliance, and managing complex client projects. Drive excellence in drug importation and quality documentation while fostering stron...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $140K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $140K *

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$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Elevate enterprise imaging and integration services by leading technical and operational initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure high availability and performance of imaging platforms whi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $130K *

Champion client success by overseeing relationships, ensuring operational excellence, and mentoring teams to exceed expectations. Utilize analytics to drive performance and resolve issues, fostering c...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $175K *

Transform product data governance and lifecycle management by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance, and optimizing processes for efficient product development and manufacturing across t...

Chelmsford, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $180K *

Lead sales initiatives in a designated territory by developing and executing strategic business plans, fostering relationships with healthcare professionals, and driving product awareness and availabi...

Columbus, OHRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading high-profile client engagements, driving strategic growth, and mentoring teams. Leverage your expertise in risk management and insurance to deliver tailored solutions an...

Cleveland, OHRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Build strategic risk management plans for high-profile clients, leading executive interactions and driving growth across multi-line programs. Collaborate with teams to enhance client value while mento...

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3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to lead high-profile client engagements, develop strategic risk management plans, and drive growth across multi-line insurance programs while mentoring future leaders in the indust...

South Bend, INRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in providing strategic risk management solutions for high-profile clients. Oversee complex multi-line programs, drive growth initiatives, and mentor internal teams while maintaining in...

Cincinnati, OHRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Champion strategic growth by leading high-profile client engagements, developing risk management plans, and driving profitability across multi-line insurance programs while mentoring internal teams an...

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3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in providing strategic risk management solutions for high-profile clients. Drive growth and profitability while mentoring teams and influencing market trends through expert knowledge a...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$67K - $199K *

Elevate product strategy and execution for Epic EHR solutions, driving user-centric design and agile methodologies. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance healthcare delivery through innovative info...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Optimize your career by leading insights-driven strategies that shape brand decisions. Collaborate across functions to deliver actionable market research and analysis, driving impactful outcomes in a...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$102K - $184K *

Optimize patient care by collaborating with healthcare teams to enhance medication utilization and quality outcomes. Drive strategic initiatives in value-based care while mentoring future pharmacists...

Houston, TXRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Transform your career by driving sales for a leading Neurosurgery product line. Engage with healthcare professionals, develop strategic plans, and exceed revenue targets while ensuring exceptional cus...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$203K - $280K *

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Waltham, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $230K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic sales in the Life Sciences sector. Engage with key stakeholders, shape IT solutions, and achieve ambitious growth targets while leveraging your extensive network...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$72K - $115K *

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  •   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.