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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Senior Manager, Field Medical Science Liaison, Mid-South (Tennessee/Kentucky)
$133K - $213K *
Advance scientific excellence by engaging key stakeholders in medical discussions, generating insights, and supporting clinical trial processes within immunology or dermatology through expert communic...
3 weeks ago
Sr. Medical Science Liaison - Obesity and Related Conditions - Newark, NJ
$172K - $233K *
Champion scientific excellence by engaging with healthcare leaders to enhance patient outcomes in obesity care. Drive strategic initiatives and foster collaboration within the medical community to sup...
1 week ago
Senior Director, Global Medical Neuroscience, Medical Product Lead - Specialty Neurology
$229K - $277K *
Pioneer global strategies in neurology, driving medical leadership and innovation across neuroimmune, neuromuscular, and motor neuron assets. Lead a team, shape medical strategies, and collaborate acr...
4 weeks ago
(Senior) Medical Science Liaison - Mid South - GA, KY, or East TN
$110K - $130K *
Explore the intersection of science and healthcare as a Medical Science Liaison, driving education and support for oncology products. Collaborate with key opinion leaders to enhance patient care throu...
3 weeks ago
Senior Medical Science Liaison – Cell Therapy (Midwestern US)
$174K - $261K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of cell therapy by building strategic medical relationships and enhancing patient care through scientific expertise and collaboration with healthcare professional...
3 days ago
Senior Medical Science Liaison – Cell Therapy (Kentucky, Ohio, and Tennessee)
$174K - $261K *
Champion the advancement of patient care by establishing scientific relationships and providing expert support in cell therapy. Leverage your hematology expertise to engage with healthcare professiona...
Reposted 3 days ago
Medical Science Liaison, Field-based, Canada (French-Speaking)
$83K - $124K *
Engage with clinical and laboratory professionals to enhance patient care through scientific education and collaboration. Drive partnerships and support product adoption while providing exceptional sc...
1 week ago
Medical Science Liaison, Field-based, Canada (French-Speaking)
$83K - $124K *
Elevate patient care as a Field-based Medical Science Liaison, fostering scientific partnerships and delivering education to key stakeholders while collaborating with sales and marketing teams to enha...
1 week ago
Medical Science Liaison, Field-based, Canada (French-Speaking)
$83K - $124K *
Elevate patient care by serving as a key scientific liaison, fostering collaborations with healthcare professionals, and driving the adoption of innovative diagnostic products through education and st...
1 week ago
Medical Science Liaison – Midwest
$185K - $315K *
Champion innovative dermatology solutions by leveraging your clinical expertise, building strategic partnerships with healthcare professionals, and delivering impactful scientific insights to enhance...
Reposted 1 week ago
Medical Science Liaison – Midwest
$185K - $315K *
Shape the future of dermatology by providing expert clinical support, fostering relationships with healthcare professionals, and driving scientific engagement in this impactful field-based role...
Reposted 1 week ago
Medical Science Liaison – Midwest
$185K - $315K *
Elevate your career by providing essential medical expertise in dermatology, fostering relationships with healthcare professionals, and leading scientific dialogue to drive innovative solutions in a f...
Reposted 1 week ago
Hematology/Oncology Specialist - Riverside CA
$170K - $210K *
Drive impactful relationships in oncology by delivering essential product insights and strategies, ensuring patient access, and collaborating across teams to achieve sales goals and enhance care in th...
Today
$149K - $239K *
Champion stakeholder engagement in plastic and reconstructive surgery, collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop strategies, analyze data, and foster relationships that enhance clinical kno...
1 week ago
$149K - $239K *
Lead strategic medical engagement initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance stakeholder relationships and drive impactful outcomes in plastic and reconstructive surgery. Manage...
1 week ago
Senior Clinical Science Specialist, Rare Disease / Liver, Allentown PA
$135K - $198K *
Drive strategic outcomes as a Senior Clinical Science Specialist, leveraging clinical expertise and data to manage complex accounts and engage diverse stakeholders. Achieve regional performance target...
3 weeks ago
Assoc Dir, Neuro Thought Leader Liaison (West region)
$190K - $225K *
Empower commercial strategies by building relationships with key thought leaders in rare neurological diseases, capturing insights to inform brand development and launch planning, and ensuring impactf...
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Thought Leader Liaison / Rare Disease Dallas
$164K - $215K *
Transform healthcare by building relationships with thought leaders in rare diseases. Engage with experts, gather insights, and support strategies that enhance patient care and education across multip...
2 weeks ago
Director, Medical Science Liaisons-Oncology
$221K - $368K *
Empower a high-performing team of MSLs, driving strategic initiatives and fostering collaboration across functions to enhance medical engagement and achieve business goals in oncology...
4 days ago
Director, Medical Science Liaisons-Oncology
$221K - $368K *
Champion a high-performing team of MSLs, driving strategic initiatives and fostering collaboration across functions to enhance medical engagement and achieve business goals in oncology...
4 days ago
Director, Medical Science Liaisons-Oncology
$221K - $368K *
Join a team that's dedicated to advancing oncology through leadership and collaboration. You'll coach and develop MSLs, align strategies with business goals, and foster cross-functional partnerships t...
4 days ago
Director, Medical Science Liaisons-Oncology
$221K - $368K *
Join a team that's dedicated to advancing oncology through leadership and collaboration. Drive strategic initiatives, mentor a high-performing team, and ensure compliance while fostering a culture of...
4 days ago
Director, Medical Science Liaisons-Oncology
$221K - $368K *
Transform your career by leading a high-performing team of MSLs, driving strategic initiatives, and fostering collaboration across functions to enhance medical engagement and achieve business goals in...
4 days ago
Director, Medical Science Liaisons-Oncology
$221K - $368K *
Empower your career by leading a high-performing team of MSLs, driving strategic initiatives in oncology, and fostering collaboration across functions to enhance medical engagement and insights while...
4 days ago
Director, Medical Science Liaisons-Oncology
$221K - $368K *
Join a dynamic team to lead and develop MSLs, driving strategic medical initiatives and fostering collaboration across functions to enhance patient outcomes and organizational success...
4 days ago
What is a Medical Science Liaison?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.