Mid Level Medical Science Liaison Jobs
Mid level medical science liaison jobs go to professionals ready to own therapeutic area strategies, lead advisory board planning, and guide scientific discussions with limited oversight. Roles are spread across Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, Science & Research, and Consulting & Professional Services, with a 25% remote or hybrid mix, and employers like IQVIA, EVERSANA, and Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
Join a Team Advancing Innovation in Hematologic Malignancies - Hematology/Oncology Medical Science Liaison
IQVIA is seeking experienced Medical Science Liaisons (MSLs) to support a late-stage clinical development program in Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML). This role provides the opportunity to engage with investigators, hematologists, oncologists, and other healthcare professionals at the forefront of AML research and patient care.
The MSL serves as a field-based scientific resource responsible for facilitating scientific exchange, communicating clinical and translational data, and gathering insights related to disease biology, treatment approaches, measurable residual disease (MRD), relapse risk, and evolving standards of care. The role is intended to strengthen the organization's understanding of the scientific and clinical landscape while supporting Medical Affairs and clinical development objectives through meaningful engagement with the oncology community.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Position Descriptions and Duties:
Scientific Exchange & Stakeholder Engagement
- Develop and maintain scientific relationships with KOLs, academic investigators, community hematology/oncology leaders, and priority institutions across the assigned territory.
- Engage in compliant, peer-to-peer scientific discussions regarding AML, hematologic malignancies, immunotherapy approaches, mechanisms of action, clinical trial data, biomarkers, MRD, relapse risk, and evolving standards of care.
- Communicate complex clinical and scientific information clearly and credibly to diverse external stakeholders, including physicians, researchers, advanced practice providers, pharmacists, nurses, and multidisciplinary care teams.
- Support disease-state education, scientific education programs, advisory boards, investigator meetings, and other medical activities, as appropriate and in accordance with approved materials and compliance requirements.
- Tactically execute scientific exchange with healthcare professionals (HCPs), KOLs, formulary committees, and other key stakeholders using client company-approved material.
- Identify medical community training and educational needs.
- Serve as a first and direct point of contact for investigators for the initiation of investigator-initiated studies.
- Provide investigators with technical support for study development.
- Identify and communicate key clinical and research issues from industry leaders to MSL leadership to help shape company research, development, marketing plans and strategies.
- Maintain clinical expertise through aggressive self-education, including attendance at relevant conferences, scientific workshops and review of key journals.
- Increase client company visibility with current and future thought leaders.
- Enhance professional interaction between client company and industry leaders.
Insight Generation & Strategic Medical Intelligence
- Capture and communicate actionable field insights related to unmet medical needs, clinical practice patterns, treatment barriers, evidence gaps, stakeholder perceptions, patient identification, sequencing considerations, and adoption considerations.
- Synthesize external insights into clear, objective themes and strategic recommendations that inform Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, evidence generation, scientific communications, and launch readiness activities.
- Monitor and communicate developments in the competitive landscape, emerging data, clinical trial activity, guideline evolution, congress intelligence, and investigator interests within AML and related hematologic malignancies.
- Serve as the voice of external oncology stakeholders internally, ensuring field-derived perspectives are integrated into strategic planning and cross-functional decision-making.
Clinical Development & Research Support
- Identify and cultivate relationships with current and potential clinical trial investigators, research centers, cooperative groups, and institutions with expertise in AML, MDS, transplant, cellular therapy, and related hematologic malignancies.
- Identify, establish and maintain collaborative relationships with key investigators/ key opinion leaders and institutions strategic to the effective use of company products at a tactical level.
- Support scientific discussions related to ongoing and planned clinical development programs, including trial awareness and site engagement activities, as appropriate.
- Maintain current knowledge of relevant clinical literature, congress data, trial designs, endpoints, and emerging therapeutic approaches in hematologic oncology.
- Identify clinical research opportunities that are consistent with company objectives.
Medical Affairs Collaboration & Execution
- Partner with Medical Affairs leadership and cross-functional colleagues to execute the field medical plan.
- Document scientific interactions and insights accurately and timely in the appropriate CRM or insight management system.
- Maintain the highest standards of scientific integrity, ethics, and compliance in all external and internal activities.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Advanced clinical or scientific degree required; PharmD, MD, DO, PhD, DNP, NP, PA or equivalent strongly preferred from an accredited institution.
- Minimum of 4 years of Medical Science Liaison (MSL) experience or relevant clinical experience (including being a clinical development scientist in pharma/biotech) within hematology and/or oncology.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in hematology/oncology required, with demonstrated therapeutic area expertise.
- Demonstrated track record of success in medical affairs, clinical development, clinical practice, scientific engagement, or related healthcare roles.
- Strong understanding of healthcare stakeholder segments, treatment landscapes, and market dynamics within oncology.
- Proven ability to communicate complex scientific and clinical information effectively to diverse audiences, including healthcare professionals, researchers, and key opinion leaders.
- Proficiency with business and communication technologies, including CRM platforms, Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Teams, and other digital engagement tools.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within cross-functional teams.
- Position may require compliance with client-specific site access requirements, including applicable vaccination or health screening protocols.
- Familiarity with the planning and execution of clinical trials in oncology and the processes underlying independent investigator-initiated clinical and/or translational research studies, including registries and observational studies.
- Knowledge of treatment guidelines, clinical research processes, FDA regulations and OIG guidelines.
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel extensively within the assigned territory.
- Willingness and ability to travel up to 70% of the time.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience supporting AML, MDS, bone marrow transplant, cellular therapy, cancer immunotherapy, or related hematologic malignancies.
- Prior product launch experience within the oncology or rare disease ‘space’.
- Existing strong relationships with academic and community hematology/oncology centers.
Networking and partnering with important external customers, including medical thought leaders, academic institutions, NCI Cooperative groups (e.g., ECOG-ACRIN, SWOG, etc.), various clinical trial consortia, large group community practices, medical directors of clinical groups, CMS and insurance carriers, as well as oncology pharmacy directors.
COMPENSATION
- The potential base pay range for this role is $170,000-$210,000 annually. The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job-related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, education, and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part-time). Dependent on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be offered, in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits.
LOCATION
Seattle, United States of America
CULTURE
Culture at IQVIA is built on a shared belief: that when people are empowered with better data, smarter technology and deeper expertise, they can change what’s possible for patients. Across every team and every corner of the globe, you’ll find colleagues who genuinely care — about the mission and about each other. That’s what makes this a place where people tend to stay, grow and do the best work of their careers.
IQVIA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable law.
IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.
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Mid Level Medical Science Liaison Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level medical science liaison job?
Position your clinical or scientific background alongside concrete examples of independent KOL engagement, data presentations, and cross-functional collaboration. Highlight ownership moments, such as leading a regional advisory board or authoring a medical information response, rather than listing tasks. Tailor your application to the therapeutic area the employer focuses on, and demonstrate that you can work with minimal direction.
Which companies hire mid level medical science liaisons?
Companies hiring mid level medical science liaisons right now include IQVIA, EVERSANA, and Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level comes primarily from established pharmaceutical and biotech firms, along with specialty medical device companies that need experienced scientific communicators managing defined territories.
Are there remote mid level medical science liaison jobs?
Yes, though many roles require regular field travel to engage key opinion leaders. About 25% of mid level medical science liaison openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the field-based nature of the role but also the flexibility some employers offer for administrative and reporting work handled from a home office.
How do I move up to a mid level medical science liaison role?
Growing from an entry level position into a mid level medical science liaison role takes consistent deepening of therapeutic expertise, a track of independently managed KOL relationships, and demonstrated ability to translate complex data into clear scientific narratives. Taking initiative on regional projects, contributing to publication planning, and showing measurable impact on medical affairs goals signals readiness for greater ownership.
Which industries hire the most mid level medical science liaisons?
Mid Level medical science liaison roles concentrate in Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, Science & Research, and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Those sectors drive hiring at this level because they rely on field-based scientific experts to support product launches, educate specialists, and maintain credible relationships with leading clinicians and researchers.