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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$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...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $200K *

Champion sales excellence by leading a dynamic team to drive MRD testing growth. Develop strategic business plans, foster key relationships, and ensure operational success across multiple states while...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$104K - $249K *

Unlock product potential by leading R&D initiatives from discovery to adoption. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to test and validate innovative solutions, ensuring alignment with strategic goa...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$262K - $404K *

Optimize patient care and operational leadership as you manage Anesthesia APP teams, ensure regulatory compliance, and build strong client relationships while driving growth in practices and enhancing...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Transform healthcare delivery by leading a team of Medical Directors and Clinical Directors, driving clinical strategy and performance excellence across portfolios while fostering relationships and in...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $210K *

Drive quality excellence in clinical programs by overseeing compliance, risk management, and vendor oversight. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure adherence to GCP regulations and lead inspection...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$270K - $290K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $120K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Build strong relationships and drive sales for advanced wound care products in a defined territory. Achieve revenue targets through strategic planning, customer engagement, and exceptional service in...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$107K - $166K *

Champion innovative healthcare engagement by connecting with HCPs through virtual and digital methods. Enhance patient care and optimize local strategies through collaboration with cross-functional te...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$67K - $149K *

Empower a high-performing team to manage complaints and appeals, ensuring compliance with regulations. Lead policy development and operational oversight to enhance service quality and drive organizati...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Transform the sales landscape by driving revenue growth and market share for Acclarent ENT products. Leverage clinical expertise and strong relationships to support physicians and enhance product util...

Houston, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Shape the future of healthcare delivery by leading operations in denials resolution and payment compliance. Drive performance, quality, and financial outcomes while building a high-performing team and...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $230K *

Drive impactful oncology product promotion by building strong relationships with key stakeholders, exceeding performance goals, and ensuring patient access to innovative therapies within your territor...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$101K - $135K *

Champion the growth of innovative stem cell solutions by building strategic partnerships with academic and biotech clients, driving sales, and providing expert guidance on research applications in reg...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$54K - $119K *

Join a team that's dedicated to expanding healthcare networks by negotiating contracts with providers. Leverage your expertise to enhance relationships, manage costs, and drive strategic initiatives i...

La Puente, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$71K - $119K *

Drive customer success by leveraging expertise in intellectual property solutions, enhancing product adoption, and delivering exceptional experiences through strategic engagement and training initiati...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$160K - $200K *

Grow your career with a transformative leader shaping scalable patient support programs, guiding cross-functional initiatives, and driving operational excellence to enhance client satisfaction and org...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$54K - $119K *

Unlock potential by leading behavioral health contract negotiations, ensuring a robust network for Louisiana Medicaid. Collaborate with leadership to identify gaps and develop strategies for effective...

La Puente, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $270K *

Unlock your potential by leading complex sales cycles in healthcare. Engage with executive stakeholders, drive new business, and create compelling value propositions. Join a collaborative team dedicat...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing clinical documentation practices across the health system. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance, provide education, and drive continuous improveme...

Hialeah, FLRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Elevate healthcare interoperability by designing and supporting MEDITECH interfaces. Collaborate with teams to enhance data exchange, improve patient care, and ensure seamless integration across syste...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$93K - $140K *

Lead the charge in managing case management programs, ensuring alignment with industry standards and company goals. Oversee departmental operations, drive innovation, and foster collaboration to enhan...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$155K - $190K *

Manage the planning and execution of CMC operations across multiple development programs, ensuring alignment with regulatory milestones and efficient collaboration with cross-functional teams and CDMO...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Optimize market intelligence within global diagnostics by leading analytical work, synthesizing data, and translating complex insights into actionable recommendations. Collaborate with diverse stakeho...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.