Medical Science Liaison Jobs
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The Position
The Opportunity
The Therapeutic Area Medical Science Liaison (TA MSL) is a credible scientific partner responsible for providing clinical and health economic information related to disease states and the appropriate utilization of Genentech medicines (approved and pipeline). This field-based position will engage with healthcare providers, population health decision makers, and patients within their region(s), to further patient outcomes aligned with the overarching objectives of Genentech. In collaboration with their regional partners, TA MSLs are accountable for co-creating the local medical strategy and delivering for their customers. In addition, TA MSLs may be responsible for covering multiple medicines, as well as engaging in broad scientific discussions about patient outcomes and total cost of care, resulting in rich customer insights shared with key stakeholders across the organization.
Preferred States of Residence
Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Iowa, Nebraska, Kansas, and Missouri.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure end-to-end customer experience for TA specific customers in the region
- Demonstrate deep scientific expertise in assigned molecules/products and therapeutic areas to exchange relevant information with thought leaders and healthcare decision makers
- Build and leverage relationships with key external scientific and medical customers to understand evolving healthcare trends
- Having proficiency in topics beyond scientific exchange, such as value/cost of care discussions and AE management
- Continuous learning within the therapeutic area, active participation in upskilling programs, and adherence to guidelines and procedures.
Who you are
Required Qualifications & Experience
- Advanced Clinical/Science Degree (e.g., MD, PharmD, PhD, MSN, NP, PA etc.). BSN with extensive field medical experience with a pharmaceutical company
- Minimum of 5 years related work experience (clinical, managed care, or industry experience)
- Proficiency in GCP (Good Clinical Practice) and ICH (International Conference on Harmonization of Technical Requirements for Registration of Pharmaceuticals for Human Use)
- Relevant therapeutic area knowledge, comprehensive understanding of product and safety profiles, and familiarity with managed care, health economics, reimbursement, and legal and regulatory landscape in the pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry.
Preferred Experience
- Prior experience as a field medical science liaison
- 2 or more years’ clinical or health economic research experience (either in industry or in another, related setting)
- 2 years' experience in therapy area
- In-depth knowledge of Phase IV/post-marketing drug development
Location and Travel Requirements
This is a field based role
- Overnight travel may be required. This position requires significant driving of either a company provided or personal vehicle as well as prolonged periods of sitting, both of which are part of the essential duties and responsibilities of the role. As a result, Genentech, Inc. (Company) from time to time will check your motor vehicle record for purposes of determining your eligibility for driving a Company vehicle or driving any vehicle on Company business.
- Business travel, by air or car, is required for regular external business meetings with customers and intermittent internal company meetings (up to 70% of time)
- Applicants should reside within 30 miles of a major airport and should reside within 50 miles of the established territory. Preference will be given to applicants who reside within preferred states of residence listed above.
The expected salary range for this position is $141,260 - $262,340. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance. This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.
Benefits
Relocation benefits are not available for this job posting.
Genentech is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws.
If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact us by completing this form Accommodations for Applicants.
The Position
The Opportunity
The Therapeutic Area Medical Science Liaison (TA MSL) is a credible scientific partner responsible for providing clinical and health economic information related to disease states and the appropriate utilization of Genentech medicines (approved and pipeline). This field-based position will engage with healthcare providers, population health decision makers, and patients within their region(s), to further patient outcomes aligned with the overarching objectives of Genentech. In collaboration with their regional partners, TA MSLs are accountable for co-creating the local medical strategy and delivering for their customers. In addition, TA MSLs may be responsible for covering multiple medicines, as well as engaging in broad scientific discussions about patient outcomes and total cost of care, resulting in rich customer insights shared with key stakeholders across the organization.
Preferred States of Residence
Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Iowa, Nebraska, Kansas, and Missouri.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure end-to-end customer experience for TA specific customers in the region
- Demonstrate deep scientific expertise in assigned molecules/products and therapeutic areas to exchange relevant information with thought leaders and healthcare decision makers
- Build and leverage relationships with key external scientific and medical customers to understand evolving healthcare trends
- Having proficiency in topics beyond scientific exchange, such as value/cost of care discussions and AE management
- Continuous learning within the therapeutic area, active participation in upskilling programs, and adherence to guidelines and procedures.
Who you are
Required Qualifications & Experience
- Advanced Clinical/Science Degree (e.g., MD, PharmD, PhD, MSN, NP, PA etc.). BSN with extensive field medical experience with a pharmaceutical company
- Minimum of 5 years related work experience (clinical, managed care, or industry experience)
- Proficiency in GCP (Good Clinical Practice) and ICH (International Conference on Harmonization of Technical Requirements for Registration of Pharmaceuticals for Human Use)
- Relevant therapeutic area knowledge, comprehensive understanding of product and safety profiles, and familiarity with managed care, health economics, reimbursement, and legal and regulatory landscape in the pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry.
Preferred Experience
- Prior experience as a field medical science liaison
- 2 or more years’ clinical or health economic research experience (either in industry or in another, related setting)
- 2 years' experience in therapy area
- In-depth knowledge of Phase IV/post-marketing drug development
Location and Travel Requirements
This is a field based role
- Overnight travel may be required. This position requires significant driving of either a company provided or personal vehicle as well as prolonged periods of sitting, both of which are part of the essential duties and responsibilities of the role. As a result, Genentech, Inc. (Company) from time to time will check your motor vehicle record for purposes of determining your eligibility for driving a Company vehicle or driving any vehicle on Company business.
- Business travel, by air or car, is required for regular external business meetings with customers and intermittent internal company meetings (up to 70% of time)
- Applicants should reside within 30 miles of a major airport and should reside within 50 miles of the established territory. Preference will be given to applicants who reside within preferred states of residence listed above.
The expected salary range for this position is $141,260 - $262,340. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance. This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.
Benefits
Relocation benefits are not available for this job posting.
Genentech is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws.
If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact us by completing this form Accommodations for Applicants.
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Who's Hiring
- Amgen59
- Syneos Health Commercial Solutions44
- サイネオス・ヘルス41
- IQVIA24
- EVERSANA16
Top Industries Hiring
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals41
- Science & Research11
- Healthcare & Medical Services8
- Consulting & Professional Services7
- Trucking1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in medical science liaison jobs.
- Advanced degree in a life science field such as PharmD, MD, PhD, or equivalent
- Minimum two years of clinical, research, or medical affairs experience in a relevant therapeutic area
- Demonstrated ability to communicate complex scientific data to healthcare professionals
- Experience building and maintaining relationships with key opinion leaders or healthcare providers
- Proficiency with CRM platforms such as Veeva for field activity documentation and reporting
- Willingness to travel extensively within an assigned geographic territory
Tips for Your Medical Science Liaison Job Search
Translate your PhD into MSL-ready language
Recruiters scan for clinical or scientific depth, so reframe your research experience around cross-functional collaboration, KOL engagement, and translating data for non-specialist audiences. Drop the academic publication list and lead with applied scientific communication instead.
Target therapeutic area before company size
Your credibility as a medical science liaison lives in your disease-area expertise. Filter openings by therapeutic area first, then by company. A smaller biotech in your specialty will value your background far more than a large pharma outside it.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists medical science liaison openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Quantify KOL relationships on your resume
Hiring managers want evidence of scientific exchange, not just attendance at advisory boards. Name the type of engagement, the audience size, and the outcome where possible. Vague references to 'relationship building' get filtered out before interviews.
Prepare a scientific platform presentation
Many MSL interviews include a mock medical affairs presentation or a data walk-through. Practice presenting a recent clinical trial clearly for an internal medical affairs audience, anticipating off-label questions and staying firmly within approved label boundaries.
Negotiate territory scope before accepting offers
MSL roles vary sharply in territory size, travel expectations, and account density. Ask for a territory map, the current account list, and recent vacancy history before signing. A large vacant territory can signal retention problems worth probing.
Medical Science Liaison Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most medical science liaisons?
The companies hiring the most medical science liaisons right now include Amgen, Syneos Health Commercial Solutions, and サイネオス・ヘルス, with the largest share of openings in California, Pennsylvania, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is concentrated in companies with active late-stage pipelines or recent product launches.
How many medical science liaison jobs are remote?
About 79% of medical science liaison openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though most roles still require significant field travel within a defined territory. Medical affairs roles supporting rare disease or specialty markets tend to offer more schedule flexibility than primary care or hospital-focused positions.
How do you become a medical science liaison?
Start by earning an advanced degree in a life science discipline, such as a PharmD, MD, or PhD, then build clinical or research experience in your target therapeutic area. Develop scientific communication skills through presentations, publications, or clinical roles. Transition into medical affairs through a contract MSL, medical information, or health outcomes position to gain direct field exposure before applying to full MSL roles.
Can you get a medical science liaison job without prior MSL experience?
Yes, many companies hire first-time medical science liaisons from clinical pharmacy, academic research, or clinical affairs backgrounds. The strongest entry-level candidates have deep therapeutic area knowledge, documented experience presenting clinical data to physician-level audiences, and familiarity with how medical affairs functions differently from sales within a pharmaceutical or biotech organization.
What does the medical science liaison interview process look like?
Most MSL interview processes run three to four stages. An initial recruiter screen is followed by a hiring manager conversation focused on therapeutic area depth and field experience. A scientific platform presentation or mock KOL interaction is common in later rounds, where interviewers assess how you communicate data, handle off-label questions, and maintain compliance. A final panel interview with medical affairs leadership typically closes the process.
Where can I find and apply to medical science liaison jobs?
You can find and apply to medical science liaison jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your therapeutic area and experience level, then apply directly to each listing.
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