Medical Science Liaison Jobs in Illinois

Medical Science Liaison jobs in Illinois are consistently active across the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device sectors, with opportunities at every level from newly credentialed scientists entering field medical roles to experienced senior liaisons managing complex therapeutic areas. Chicago leads hiring volume, with Deerfield and Lake County's North Shore corridor and the research hub around Abbott Park also generating steady demand. Established employers such as AbbVie, Baxter International, and Takeda Pharmaceuticals maintain large Illinois footprints and hire medical science liaisons regularly across oncology, immunology, and rare disease specialties. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles18
Top employerGSK
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring3
Work type44% On-site
Top industryBiotechnology

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Abbott
Medical Science Liaison
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Medical Science Liaison
Abbott
Abbott Park, Illinois
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Trials
Research & Academia
$113k - $227k/yr
Bachelor's degree in health sciences
10,000+

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GSK
Medical Science Liaison - Hematology (Illinois and Michigan Territory)
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GSK
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Medical Science Liaison - Hematology (Illinois and Michigan Territory)
GSK
Chicago, Illinois
Administrative & Office Support
Customer Service
Human Resources
$186k - $310k/yr
Master of Public Health
10,000+

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EVERSANA
Medical Science Liaison / Senior Medical Science Liaison
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EVERSANA
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Medical Science Liaison / Senior Medical Science Liaison
EVERSANA
Chicago, Illinois
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Clinical Support
$205k - $235k/yr
On-Site
Doctorate

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GSK
Field Medical Science Liaison, Hepatology- Central (IL, OH, IN, KY, TN)
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GSK
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Field Medical Science Liaison, Hepatology- Central (IL, OH, IN, KY, TN)
GSK
Chicago, Illinois
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
$169k - $281k/yr
10,000+

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GSK
Field Medical Science Liaison, Hepatology- North Central (MN, WI, IA, MI, MO)
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GSK
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Field Medical Science Liaison, Hepatology- North Central (MN, WI, IA, MI, MO)
GSK
Chicago, Illinois
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
$169k - $281k/yr
10,000+

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Medical Science Liaison Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chicago
14 jobs
Abbott Park
2 jobs
Great Lakes
1 job

Medical Science Liaison Job Market in Illinois

A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

GSK
GSK3 open roles
Abbott
Abbott2 open roles
EVERSANA
EVERSANA2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
  • Science & Research

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in medical science liaison jobs across Illinois.

  • Advanced degree such as PharmD, PhD, or MD in a relevant life sciences discipline
  • Minimum two years of clinical, research, or industry experience in a therapeutic area
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate complex scientific data to medical professionals
  • Experience building and maintaining relationships with key opinion leaders and academic centers
  • Willingness to travel regularly within an assigned Illinois or Midwest territory
  • Proficiency with CRM platforms and medical affairs documentation tools

Medical Science Liaison Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a medical science liaison in Illinois?

Most medical science liaison roles in Illinois require an advanced professional or doctoral degree, typically a PharmD, PhD, MD, or equivalent in a life sciences field. Illinois does not require a state-issued license specific to the medical science liaison role itself, so the hiring path focuses on academic credentials, clinical or research background, and therapeutic area expertise. Many candidates transition from clinical practice, academic research, or pharmaceutical sales roles, and employers in Illinois favor candidates with publications, KOL relationships, or fellowship experience.

How much do medical science liaisons make in Illinois?

Medical science liaisons in Illinois earn a median of about $95,880 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $83,840 for the lowest 10% to over $116,140 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire medical science liaisons in Illinois?

Employers hiring medical science liaisons in Illinois right now include GSK, Abbott, and EVERSANA, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Illinois's high concentration of global pharmaceutical and biotech headquarters along the North Shore corridor and in Chicago makes it one of the more active states for field medical hiring.

Which Illinois cities have the most medical science liaison jobs?

The Illinois cities with the most medical science liaison openings are Chicago, Abbott Park, and Illinois. Chicago anchors the largest share of postings given its density of academic medical centers, research hospitals, and regional offices, while suburban communities such as Deerfield and North Chicago reflect the concentration of major pharmaceutical headquarters in Lake County that generate field medical roles across assigned Midwest territories.

Are there remote medical science liaison jobs in Illinois?

Yes, and more than many clinical roles, given that medical science liaisons are field-based by design and work independently within assigned territories rather than on-site daily. About 56% of medical science liaison openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with most positions structured as home-based with significant regional travel. The most remote-compatible components are internal medical affairs meetings, literature reviews, and virtual KOL engagements.

How can I get hired as a medical science liaison in Illinois with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a medical affairs or MSL fellowship, and Illinois employers such as AbbVie and Takeda have sponsored structured fellowship programs that place candidates with advanced degrees but limited industry experience directly into rotational field medical roles. Lateral moves from clinical pharmacist, clinical research associate, or medical information specialist positions at large Illinois health systems or pharmaceutical companies are also a recognized route. Completing a fellowship, accumulating peer-reviewed publications, or building relationships with academic KOLs at institutions like Northwestern or the University of Chicago strengthens any application significantly.

Where can I find and apply to medical science liaison jobs in Illinois?

You can find and apply to medical science liaison jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your therapeutic area and experience level, and apply directly to each position.

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