CPT Medical Science Liaison Jobs

Medical Science Liaison roles sit at the intersection of clinical research and field-based education, making them a strong fit for F-1 students completing CPT in life sciences, pharmacy, or biomedical programs. Your DSO must document that the MSL position is an integral part of your curriculum before CPT authorization is granted.

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Open Jobs80+
Top Visa TypeF-1 CPT
Work Type100% On-site
Median Salary$47K
Top LocationLittle Rock, AR
Most JobsUniversity of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

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University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Licensed Master Social Worker
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University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
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Licensed Master Social Worker
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Little Rock, Arkansas
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Patient Services & Wellbeing
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On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
Associate's

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Revolution Medicines, Inc.
Intern, Translational Sciences
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Intern, Translational Sciences
Revolution Medicines, Inc.
Redwood City, California
Laboratory Research
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Clinical Trials
$67,000 - $81,000/yr
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Associate's

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Riverside Health
Medical Technologist/ Medical Lab Technologist
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Riverside Health
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Medical Technologist/ Medical Lab Technologist
Riverside Health
Newport News, Virginia
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Clinical Support
Laboratory Science
Medical Assistant
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On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
High School

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The University of Texas at Austin
CFA Postdoctoral Fellow - Center for Pandemic Decision Science
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The University of Texas at Austin
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CFA Postdoctoral Fellow - Center for Pandemic Decision Science
The University of Texas at Austin
Austin, Texas
Laboratory Research
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
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On-Site
Doctorate

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Clinical Laboratories of Hawaii, LLP
Phlebotomist -No Experience Required (Evenings) - Wilcox Medical Center
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Clinical Laboratories of Hawaii, LLP
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Phlebotomist -No Experience Required (Evenings) - Wilcox Medical Center
Clinical Laboratories of Hawaii, LLP
Lihue, Hawaii
Nursing
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Laboratory Science
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$41,083 - $45,200/yr
On-Site
1+ yr exp.
High School

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Medical Science Liaison CPT: Frequently Asked Questions

Does an MSL role qualify as an integral part of my F-1 curriculum for CPT?

Yes, if your program explicitly covers clinical science communication, pharmacology, medical affairs, or health outcomes research. Your DSO will assess whether the MSL job description maps to your enrolled coursework or a required practicum. Bring the O*NET MSL profile and your course list to that conversation so the connection is documented clearly.

Can I do CPT as a part-time MSL while still taking classes full-time?

Yes. Part-time CPT runs concurrently with full-time enrollment and is the preferred structure if you want to preserve your 12-month OPT bank. Most MSL employers can accommodate a 20-hour schedule for CPT students, especially for regional roles with flexible field coverage requirements. Confirm the weekly hours in your offer letter before DSO authorization.

How do I find pharma and biotech employers who hire F-1 CPT students for MSL positions?

Migrate Mate filters MSL job postings by employers with verified CPT and work authorization history, so you're not applying blind to companies that have never hired F-1 students. MSL roles are typically posted by medical affairs departments, not general HR, so targeting that team directly during outreach improves your response rate significantly.

Does full-time CPT in an MSL role eliminate my OPT eligibility after graduation?

It does if you accumulate 12 or more months of full-time CPT across your entire F-1 program. One day past 12 months cancels OPT entirely, which removes your path to STEM OPT and the H-1B cap-gap benefit. Tracking your CPT hours precisely and staying below that threshold is the most consequential authorization decision you'll make as an F-1 student.

What happens if my MSL employer wants to transition me to full-time after graduation?

You'd move from CPT to OPT, assuming you have remaining OPT eligibility. If the MSL role qualifies as a STEM occupation under the DOL classification, you may also qualify for a 24-month STEM OPT extension. The employer must be enrolled in E-Verify at the time you apply for the extension, so confirm that enrollment before graduation, not after.

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