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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$274K - $457K *

Lead the charge in global clinical development, driving cross-functional teams to design, execute, and interpret studies for internal medicine assets. Ensure regulatory submissions align with global s...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$274K - $457K *

Unlock your potential as a clinical lead, directing comprehensive development strategies for innovative medical solutions through collaboration and expert oversight, ensuring successful regulatory sub...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$274K - $457K *

Unlock potential by leading clinical development initiatives across cross-functional teams for innovative therapies, ensuring regulatory compliance and strategic insight to advance global health outco...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$247K - $357K *

Unlock your potential by leading quality audit strategies and external engagements in the pharmaceutical sector. Drive compliance, foster a culture of quality, and enhance operational efficiencies acr...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$203K - $279K *

Lead the charge in medical affairs for gastroenterology and hepatology, driving strategic initiatives and cross-functional collaboration to enhance patient care and business outcomes throughout the pr...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of mRNA delivery by leading innovative tLNP process development. Collaborate across teams to optimize manufacturing processes and enhance automation for scalable...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$210K - $331K *

Empower your career by leading a dynamic team of medical professionals, driving strategic initiatives, and ensuring compliance in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate on impactful projects while fost...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in driving district performance and talent development in the immunology sector. Elevate strategy execution through cross-functional partnerships and advanced coaching, ensuring alignm...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Elevate district performance by driving strategy, talent development, and cross-functional partnerships in the immunology sales sector, ensuring customer-focused execution and measurable outcomes acro...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $155K *

Accelerate progress at a leading pharmaceutical company by driving district performance in immunology sales. Lead a high-performing team, develop strategic initiatives, and enhance customer relationsh...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$76K - $148K *

Play a key role in managing clinical trials, ensuring compliance and quality oversight of project deliverables while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet timelines and budget goals...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$101K - $126K *

Champion patient safety and product excellence as a Sr. Medical Affairs Specialist. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide clinical expertise, develop medical communications, and support p...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Drive patient education and support by leveraging clinical expertise to enhance healthcare outcomes, collaborating with providers and caregivers, and delivering essential training and resources for ef...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Partner with us to enhance patient education and support healthcare providers, leveraging your clinical expertise to improve outcomes through effective training and collaboration within the healthcare...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $155K *

Lead the charge in enhancing referral growth by supporting and coaching a team of Physician Liaisons. Drive strategic initiatives, foster relationships, and ensure adherence to brand standards while a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$118K - $177K *

Join a team that's improving life sciences by delivering strategic insights across diverse projects. Lead analysis, mentor junior staff, and create impactful client materials while working on multiple...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$214K - $358K *

Champion clinical excellence by leading a high-performing team in innovative clinical development. Drive strategic initiatives, optimize resources, and integrate advanced analytics to enhance patient...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$214K - $358K *

Join a dynamic team as a clinical development leader, driving innovation and operational excellence across complex clinical programs. Lead a high-performing team, integrate advanced analytics, and opt...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Transform the clinical trial landscape by ensuring compliance and data integrity. Oversee site management, monitor activities, and collaborate cross-functionally to enhance study execution while safeg...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career by developing and executing territory business plans to achieve sales quotas. Engage with healthcare professionals through training and clinical support while maintaining compliance a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$78K - $98K *

Drive impactful research administration by leading grant and contract activities, supporting strategic planning, and ensuring compliance for a dynamic unit. Utilize extensive experience to enhance fun...

3 weeks ago

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

$210K - $245K *

Lead and elevate epidemiological initiatives across R&D. Collaborate with teams on research and compliance to deliver insights that inform clinical strategies and regulatory submissions, enhancing pro...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $140K *

Lead the charge in managing research administration, overseeing grant proposals, and mentoring staff. Ensure compliance and financial management while collaborating on strategic initiatives to enhance...

2 weeks ago

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

$215K - $230K *

Engage with healthcare professionals as a scientific expert in cutaneous T-cell lymphoma, fostering relationships and sharing insights to inform medical strategy and support lacutamab's launch readine...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$215K - $230K *

Join as a Senior Medical Science Liaison to drive scientific engagement in cutaneous T-cell lymphoma. Build relationships, share insights, and support medical strategy while collaborating across hemat...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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.