Medical Science Liaison Jobs in Massachusetts
Medical science liaison jobs in Massachusetts are among the most active in the country, concentrated in biopharma, oncology, and rare disease therapy areas across one of the world's densest life sciences corridors. Most hiring happens in Boston, Cambridge, and the Route 128 belt, where anchors like Novartis, Takeda, and Biogen maintain major operations and regularly recruit for field-based medical affairs roles at both the associate and senior level. The most in-demand specialties right now are oncology, immunology, and neuroscience, reflecting the therapeutic focus of Massachusetts's largest employers. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Azurity Pharmaceuticals is a privately held, specialty pharmaceutical company that focuses on innovative products that meet the needs of underserved patients. As an industry leader in providing unique, accessible, and high-quality medications, Azurity leverages its integrated capabilities and vast partner network to continually expand its broad commercial product portfolio and robust late-stage pipeline. The company's patient-centric products span the cardiovascular, neurology, endocrinology, gastro-intestinal, institutional, and orphan markets, and have benefited millions of patients. For more information, visit www.azurity.com.
Azurity Pharmaceuticals is proud to be an inclusive workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer. Azurity's success is attributable to our incredibly talented, dedicated team that focuses on benefiting the lives of patients by bringing the best science and commitment to quality into everything that we do. We seek highly motivated individuals with the dedication, integrity, and creative spirit needed to thrive in our organization.
About the Role
Medical Affairs at Azurity Pharmaceuticals, a privately held company delivering innovative medicines for overlooked patients across 50+ countries, drives scientific and clinical initiatives with a portfolio of 40+ brands spanning 10 dosage forms and 9 therapeutic areas.
The CNS Neuro/Radiology Medical Science Liaison (MSL) is a US-based field position within the Medical Department, reporting to the MSL Lead – CNS Neuro/Radiology Franchise. MSLs are the primary field-based scientific communicators for Azurity Pharmaceuticals within a specific geography, engaging healthcare professionals through compliant, evidence-based scientific exchange. This role will support the CNS Neuro/Radiology franchise, including Ferabright, and help advance Medical Affairs readiness for the neurology pipeline. The MSL will serve as a field scientific expert across relevant neuro/radiology disease states, diagnostic and treatment pathways, emerging clinical data, and the evolving neurology landscape, while supporting strategic Medical Affairs initiatives, evidence-generation activities, stakeholder engagement, and field readiness efforts associated with the continued growth of the franchise.
Azurity is seeking a Medical Science Liaison as part of the Medical Affairs team based in a major city in the northeast.
- Territory: Northeast Region (CT, DE, ME, MA, NC, NH, NJ, NY, PA, RI, SC, VI, VT)
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary field‑based scientific liaison and point of contact for Medical Affairs, engaging appropriately with national and regional thought leaders and healthcare professionals across academic and community settings.
- Identify, establish, and maintain scientific relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) within the assigned territory to support scientific exchange, clinical strategy, and educational initiatives.
- In an accurate, fair, and balanced manner, exchange up‑to‑date scientific, clinical, and therapeutic information with external stakeholders, enabling informed discussions on disease states, clinical data, compounds, and treatment landscapes.
- Collect, interpret, and communicate actionable field insights, including competitive intelligence, clinical trends, treatment patterns, and investigator perspectives, to internal stakeholders to inform strategy and decision‑making.
- Provide scientific support for company-sponsored and investigator-initiated trials, including site identification, feasibility, initiation, patient accrual discussions, and ongoing communication with investigators and research staff.
- Support education related to AE management where appropriate. Respond to unsolicited request for medical information associated with supported products and disease state area.
- Represent the company at scientific congresses, symposia, advisory boards, and investigator meetings, providing session summaries, gathering insights, and delivering recommendations to internal teams.
- Assist in the planning, execution, and facilitation of advisory boards, consultant meetings, and other scientific engagements, ensuring productive scientific dialogue and alignment with Medical Affairs objectives.
- Deliver high-quality scientific presentations and educational sessions, both one-on-one and in group settings, for healthcare providers in academic and community environments.
- Collaborate effectively with cross-functional partners, including colleagues in Clinical Development, Operations, Commercial (within guidelines), and strategic alliance partners, serving as a scientific resource across the organization.
- Maintain deep therapeutic, clinical, and product knowledge, including disease states, emerging data, competitive products, and relevant scientific literature, to support credible and collegial scientific exchange.
- Support internal scientific training and assist in the development of field-based resources, training materials, and special projects that enhance Medical Affairs capabilities.
- Manage the assigned territory with a high level of organization, communication, judgment, and professionalism, contributing to the success of the broader MSL team and Medical Affairs organization.
- Apply all Medical Affairs SOPs, regulatory, legal, and compliance guidelines while executing field activities and scientific interactions.
- Demonstrate adaptability, focus, and composure in uncertain or fast-paced settings while operating with minimal direction.
- Travel: Up to 70% travel is required to attend medical conferences, engage with KOLs, and support field-based activities within the US.
Required Skills and Experience
Education:
- Advanced terminal degree (PharmD, MD, DO, DNP) or other advanced medical degree (NP, PA, RN etc.) is required.
Experience:
- 2-3 years relevant work exp (MSL, clinical, fellowship, or research experience) and/or related pharmaceutical industry work experience is required.
- Knowledge or experience in Radiology, Neurology, neuro-oncology, or related academic, community, or specialty care settings is preferred.
Skills:
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a passion for excellence
- Demonstrated ability to present effective and influential oral presentations
- Self-motivated with strategic thinking and strong geographical management skills
- Deep scientific expertise - stays abreast of data, treatment trends, and new information in the profession and ability to articulate therapeutic knowledge and translate expert feedback into appropriate insights
- Adept at developing relationships and building networks
- Ability to work effectively in a time and independently
- Excellent organization skills and decision-making abilities. Skillfully plans, prioritizes, and executes multiple responsibilities and projects.
- Knowledge of relevant healthcare systems, the evolving medical landscape, regulatory and payer environment, public health and industry trends.
- Proficiency in digital tools
- Travel frequently up to 70%, including occasional weekends. Ability to fly or drive to various meetings
- Candidate must reside within the territory or within a 30 min commute from the nearest territory border focusing on both community and academic sites
#LI-Remote
#LI-Full-time
Physical & Mental Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Must be able to sit for long periods of time
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; talk and/or hear
- May occasionally climb stairs and/or ride elevators
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
- Employee must be able to manipulate keyboard, operate a telephone and hand-held devices
- Other miscellaneous job duties as required
Benefits We Offer:
- Unlock Your Earning Potential: Join our team and be rewarded with a competitive compensation package, including an annual bonus based on company performance, that recognizes your exceptional talent.
- Sales - In lieu of annual bonuses, we offer an Incentive compensation program that allows you to earn more - even over plan.
- Fuel Your Success: *Sales Only* - We understand the value of your hard work and provide a car reimbursement program and gas card for both business and personal use as part of our commitment to supporting you.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: We value your well-being and offer excellent medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage to ensure you and your family are always taken care of.
- Flexibility for Your Lifestyle: Achieve work-life balance with our hybrid work model, allowing you to work two days from home and three days in the office. *Excludes Sales, Manufacturing, and some Operations positions*
- Invest in Your Future: Our Retirement Savings Plan (401K) is designed to help you secure a comfortable retirement by matching dollar for dollar up to 5%.
- Time Off That Counts: Take advantage of our generous time off policy, which offers up to 15 vacation days annually + rollover (up to 40 hours) as well as five sick/wellness days. For new employees, vacation accrual will be prorated based on your start date.
- Meaningful Time with Your Loved Ones: We close between Christmas and New Year's to give you an extra week off to spend quality time with your family and recharge.
- Enjoy the Holidays: Over the course of the year, Azurity recognizes 13 holidays.
- Invest in Your Education: We support your professional growth with tuition reimbursement for undergraduate and graduate level courses or certifications.
- Recognize and Be Recognized: Our Azurity High Five peer recognition platform allows you to celebrate your colleagues' accomplishments and receive recognition for your own outstanding work.
The California Consumer Privacy Act regulates privacy rights and consumer protection for residents of California, United States. For details, click here.
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) sets guidelines for the collection and processing of personal information from individuals who live in the European Union (EU).
Azurity Pharmaceuticals is a privately held, specialty pharmaceutical company that focuses on innovative products that meet the needs of underserved patients. As an industry leader in providing unique, accessible, and high-quality medications, Azurity leverages its integrated capabilities and vast partner network to continually expand its broad commercial product portfolio and robust late-stage pipeline. The company's patient-centric products span the cardiovascular, neurology, endocrinology, gastro-intestinal, institutional, and orphan markets, and have benefited millions of patients. For more information, visit www.azurity.com.
Azurity Pharmaceuticals is proud to be an inclusive workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer. Azurity's success is attributable to our incredibly talented, dedicated team that focuses on benefiting the lives of patients by bringing the best science and commitment to quality into everything that we do. We seek highly motivated individuals with the dedication, integrity, and creative spirit needed to thrive in our organization.
About the Role
Medical Affairs at Azurity Pharmaceuticals, a privately held company delivering innovative medicines for overlooked patients across 50+ countries, drives scientific and clinical initiatives with a portfolio of 40+ brands spanning 10 dosage forms and 9 therapeutic areas.
The CNS Neuro/Radiology Medical Science Liaison (MSL) is a US-based field position within the Medical Department, reporting to the MSL Lead – CNS Neuro/Radiology Franchise. MSLs are the primary field-based scientific communicators for Azurity Pharmaceuticals within a specific geography, engaging healthcare professionals through compliant, evidence-based scientific exchange. This role will support the CNS Neuro/Radiology franchise, including Ferabright, and help advance Medical Affairs readiness for the neurology pipeline. The MSL will serve as a field scientific expert across relevant neuro/radiology disease states, diagnostic and treatment pathways, emerging clinical data, and the evolving neurology landscape, while supporting strategic Medical Affairs initiatives, evidence-generation activities, stakeholder engagement, and field readiness efforts associated with the continued growth of the franchise.
Azurity is seeking a Medical Science Liaison as part of the Medical Affairs team based in a major city in the northeast.
- Territory: Northeast Region (CT, DE, ME, MA, NC, NH, NJ, NY, PA, RI, SC, VI, VT)
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary field‑based scientific liaison and point of contact for Medical Affairs, engaging appropriately with national and regional thought leaders and healthcare professionals across academic and community settings.
- Identify, establish, and maintain scientific relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) within the assigned territory to support scientific exchange, clinical strategy, and educational initiatives.
- In an accurate, fair, and balanced manner, exchange up‑to‑date scientific, clinical, and therapeutic information with external stakeholders, enabling informed discussions on disease states, clinical data, compounds, and treatment landscapes.
- Collect, interpret, and communicate actionable field insights, including competitive intelligence, clinical trends, treatment patterns, and investigator perspectives, to internal stakeholders to inform strategy and decision‑making.
- Provide scientific support for company-sponsored and investigator-initiated trials, including site identification, feasibility, initiation, patient accrual discussions, and ongoing communication with investigators and research staff.
- Support education related to AE management where appropriate. Respond to unsolicited request for medical information associated with supported products and disease state area.
- Represent the company at scientific congresses, symposia, advisory boards, and investigator meetings, providing session summaries, gathering insights, and delivering recommendations to internal teams.
- Assist in the planning, execution, and facilitation of advisory boards, consultant meetings, and other scientific engagements, ensuring productive scientific dialogue and alignment with Medical Affairs objectives.
- Deliver high-quality scientific presentations and educational sessions, both one-on-one and in group settings, for healthcare providers in academic and community environments.
- Collaborate effectively with cross-functional partners, including colleagues in Clinical Development, Operations, Commercial (within guidelines), and strategic alliance partners, serving as a scientific resource across the organization.
- Maintain deep therapeutic, clinical, and product knowledge, including disease states, emerging data, competitive products, and relevant scientific literature, to support credible and collegial scientific exchange.
- Support internal scientific training and assist in the development of field-based resources, training materials, and special projects that enhance Medical Affairs capabilities.
- Manage the assigned territory with a high level of organization, communication, judgment, and professionalism, contributing to the success of the broader MSL team and Medical Affairs organization.
- Apply all Medical Affairs SOPs, regulatory, legal, and compliance guidelines while executing field activities and scientific interactions.
- Demonstrate adaptability, focus, and composure in uncertain or fast-paced settings while operating with minimal direction.
- Travel: Up to 70% travel is required to attend medical conferences, engage with KOLs, and support field-based activities within the US.
Required Skills and Experience
Education:
- Advanced terminal degree (PharmD, MD, DO, DNP) or other advanced medical degree (NP, PA, RN etc.) is required.
Experience:
- 2-3 years relevant work exp (MSL, clinical, fellowship, or research experience) and/or related pharmaceutical industry work experience is required.
- Knowledge or experience in Radiology, Neurology, neuro-oncology, or related academic, community, or specialty care settings is preferred.
Skills:
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a passion for excellence
- Demonstrated ability to present effective and influential oral presentations
- Self-motivated with strategic thinking and strong geographical management skills
- Deep scientific expertise - stays abreast of data, treatment trends, and new information in the profession and ability to articulate therapeutic knowledge and translate expert feedback into appropriate insights
- Adept at developing relationships and building networks
- Ability to work effectively in a time and independently
- Excellent organization skills and decision-making abilities. Skillfully plans, prioritizes, and executes multiple responsibilities and projects.
- Knowledge of relevant healthcare systems, the evolving medical landscape, regulatory and payer environment, public health and industry trends.
- Proficiency in digital tools
- Travel frequently up to 70%, including occasional weekends. Ability to fly or drive to various meetings
- Candidate must reside within the territory or within a 30 min commute from the nearest territory border focusing on both community and academic sites
#LI-Remote
#LI-Full-time
Physical & Mental Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Must be able to sit for long periods of time
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; talk and/or hear
- May occasionally climb stairs and/or ride elevators
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
- Employee must be able to manipulate keyboard, operate a telephone and hand-held devices
- Other miscellaneous job duties as required
Benefits We Offer:
- Unlock Your Earning Potential: Join our team and be rewarded with a competitive compensation package, including an annual bonus based on company performance, that recognizes your exceptional talent.
- Sales - In lieu of annual bonuses, we offer an Incentive compensation program that allows you to earn more - even over plan.
- Fuel Your Success: *Sales Only* - We understand the value of your hard work and provide a car reimbursement program and gas card for both business and personal use as part of our commitment to supporting you.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: We value your well-being and offer excellent medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage to ensure you and your family are always taken care of.
- Flexibility for Your Lifestyle: Achieve work-life balance with our hybrid work model, allowing you to work two days from home and three days in the office. *Excludes Sales, Manufacturing, and some Operations positions*
- Invest in Your Future: Our Retirement Savings Plan (401K) is designed to help you secure a comfortable retirement by matching dollar for dollar up to 5%.
- Time Off That Counts: Take advantage of our generous time off policy, which offers up to 15 vacation days annually + rollover (up to 40 hours) as well as five sick/wellness days. For new employees, vacation accrual will be prorated based on your start date.
- Meaningful Time with Your Loved Ones: We close between Christmas and New Year's to give you an extra week off to spend quality time with your family and recharge.
- Enjoy the Holidays: Over the course of the year, Azurity recognizes 13 holidays.
- Invest in Your Education: We support your professional growth with tuition reimbursement for undergraduate and graduate level courses or certifications.
- Recognize and Be Recognized: Our Azurity High Five peer recognition platform allows you to celebrate your colleagues' accomplishments and receive recognition for your own outstanding work.
The California Consumer Privacy Act regulates privacy rights and consumer protection for residents of California, United States. For details, click here.
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) sets guidelines for the collection and processing of personal information from individuals who live in the European Union (EU).
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What Massachusetts Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in medical science liaison jobs across Massachusetts.
- Advanced degree (PharmD, MD, or PhD) in a life sciences or clinical discipline required
- At least two years of clinical or medical affairs experience in biopharma or biotech preferred
- Deep scientific expertise in a core Massachusetts therapy area such as oncology or immunology
- Demonstrated ability to build peer-level relationships with key opinion leaders and clinicians
- Strong publication literacy and comfort presenting clinical data to medical professionals
- Willingness to travel regularly within a defined New England or Northeast territory
Medical Science Liaison Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a medical science liaison in Massachusetts?
The path to a medical science liaison role in Massachusetts starts with an advanced clinical or scientific degree, most commonly a PharmD, MD, or PhD in a life sciences field. Massachusetts has no state-issued MSL license, so credentialing centers on your degree and therapeutic expertise. Most candidates move into the role from clinical practice, academic research, or medical affairs positions at the biopharma companies concentrated in the Boston and Cambridge corridor.
How much do medical science liaisons make in Massachusetts?
Medical science liaisons in Massachusetts earn a median of about $97,240 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $81,510 for the lowest 10% to over $145,310 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire medical science liaisons in Massachusetts?
Employers hiring medical science liaisons in Massachusetts right now include Azurity Pharmaceuticals - US, EVERSANA, and Replimune, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Massachusetts's density of global biopharma headquarters and biotech startups along the Route 128 and Kendall Square corridors makes it one of the most consistent markets in the country for medical affairs hiring.
Which Massachusetts cities have the most medical science liaison jobs?
Boston, Woburn, and Waltham account for the largest share of medical science liaison openings in Massachusetts. Boston and Cambridge dominate because they host the headquarters and major medical affairs teams of the state's largest biopharma and biotech employers, while suburban Route 128 communities like Lexington and Waltham contribute additional volume from mid-size and specialty pharma companies anchored in that corridor.
Are there remote medical science liaison jobs in Massachusetts?
Yes, and more than many clinical roles, because the work centers on field-based scientific exchange rather than hands-on patient care. About 85% of medical science liaison openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the territory-based structure of most MSL positions. The strategic planning, data review, and internal collaboration components of the role are the most compatible with remote work.
How can I get hired as a medical science liaison in Massachusetts with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is a postdoctoral fellowship or medical affairs rotational program at one of the large biopharma companies headquartered in Cambridge or the Route 128 belt, where candidates with strong scientific credentials but no direct MSL experience are considered. Roles like clinical scientist, outcomes researcher, or medical information specialist at Massachusetts employers serve as common lateral moves. A PharmD, MD, or PhD in a therapy area aligned with oncology or immunology gives candidates the strongest edge in this market.
Where can I find and apply to medical science liaison jobs in Massachusetts?
You can find and apply to medical science liaison jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current Massachusetts openings across biopharma, biotech, and specialty pharma employers. Find roles that fit your therapy area and experience level and apply directly to the ones that match.
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