Medical Science Liaison Jobs in New York
Medical Science Liaison jobs in New York represent one of the most active markets in the country, with demand concentrated in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device sectors and openings at every level from associate MSL through senior and field medical director. The heaviest hiring is in New York City, White Plains, and Princeton-adjacent Northern New Jersey corridors, where Pfizer, Regeneron, and Novo Nordisk maintain significant commercial and medical affairs operations. Oncology, rare disease, and neuroscience are the specialties driving the most consistent openings across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Location: New York, NY, United States
Date Updated: Aug 25, 2026
Job ID: 17832
Description
TSP is engaged in a direct hire search for one of our clients. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced professional to join our team as a Medical Science Liaison. Key aspects of this role will include engage in peer-to-peer scientific dialogue with healthcare professionals that translate into meaningful insights, serve as a therapeutic expert and thought partner to internal teams, liaison between the client and clinical study sites / investigators, and provide support for medical education, advisory boards, and medical congresses.
The ideal candidate is an effective communicator, driven, detail-oriented, proactive, and a skilled collaborator.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with KOLs, healthcare professionals, and academic institutions to advance scientific and medical knowledge.
- Communicate clinical and scientific data to KOLs and healthcare professionals through presentations, educational programs, and scientific discussions.
- Provide scientific support for medical congresses, advisory boards and other relevant scientific engagements to enhance the visibility of the client within the scientific and medical communities.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with medical affairs, clinical development, marketing and other teams to support the development and execution of medical strategies and tactics.
Required Education, Experience and Skills:
- Doctoral degree in scientific or medical discipline
- 8+ years experience as an MSL or in a similar role within the pharmaceutical or biotech industry
- Strong understanding of clinical research methodologies and drug development processes.
- Knowledge and experience within the oncology therapeutic area
- Proven ability to analyze and synthesize scientific information effectively.
- Excellent presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex scientific data to diverse audiences.
- Strong networking skills with proven ability to successfully build and maintain relationships with KOLs and healthcare professionals.
- Self-directed and able to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
- Willingness to travel up to 60% of time
Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:
- Preferred experience in lung and gastrointestinal cancers.
- Experience with both early and late stage clinical assets as well as approved therapies
The expected salary range for this role is $200,000 to $230,000. An individual’s position within the range may be influenced by multiple factors, including skills and experience in role, overall performance, individual impact and contributions, tenure, and market dynamics. Base salary is one part of the overall total rewards program at the client, which includes competitive cash compensation, robust equity awards, strong benefits, and significant learning and development opportunities.
TSP Talent Solutions and our customers are affirmative action/equal opportunity employers (Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled)
Location: New York, NY, United States
Date Updated: Aug 25, 2026
Job ID: 17832
Description
TSP is engaged in a direct hire search for one of our clients. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced professional to join our team as a Medical Science Liaison. Key aspects of this role will include engage in peer-to-peer scientific dialogue with healthcare professionals that translate into meaningful insights, serve as a therapeutic expert and thought partner to internal teams, liaison between the client and clinical study sites / investigators, and provide support for medical education, advisory boards, and medical congresses.
The ideal candidate is an effective communicator, driven, detail-oriented, proactive, and a skilled collaborator.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with KOLs, healthcare professionals, and academic institutions to advance scientific and medical knowledge.
- Communicate clinical and scientific data to KOLs and healthcare professionals through presentations, educational programs, and scientific discussions.
- Provide scientific support for medical congresses, advisory boards and other relevant scientific engagements to enhance the visibility of the client within the scientific and medical communities.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with medical affairs, clinical development, marketing and other teams to support the development and execution of medical strategies and tactics.
Required Education, Experience and Skills:
- Doctoral degree in scientific or medical discipline
- 8+ years experience as an MSL or in a similar role within the pharmaceutical or biotech industry
- Strong understanding of clinical research methodologies and drug development processes.
- Knowledge and experience within the oncology therapeutic area
- Proven ability to analyze and synthesize scientific information effectively.
- Excellent presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex scientific data to diverse audiences.
- Strong networking skills with proven ability to successfully build and maintain relationships with KOLs and healthcare professionals.
- Self-directed and able to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
- Willingness to travel up to 60% of time
Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:
- Preferred experience in lung and gastrointestinal cancers.
- Experience with both early and late stage clinical assets as well as approved therapies
The expected salary range for this role is $200,000 to $230,000. An individual’s position within the range may be influenced by multiple factors, including skills and experience in role, overall performance, individual impact and contributions, tenure, and market dynamics. Base salary is one part of the overall total rewards program at the client, which includes competitive cash compensation, robust equity awards, strong benefits, and significant learning and development opportunities.
TSP Talent Solutions and our customers are affirmative action/equal opportunity employers (Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled)
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What New York Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in medical science liaison jobs across New York.
- Advanced degree required, typically PharmD, MD, or PhD in a life sciences field
- Minimum two to five years of clinical, research, or pharmaceutical industry experience
- Deep scientific expertise in a therapeutic area such as oncology, neuroscience, or immunology
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with key opinion leaders and academic medical centers
- Strong presentation and scientific communication skills for external and internal audiences
- Willingness to travel extensively within a defined New York or tri-state territory
Medical Science Liaison Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a medical science liaison in New York?
Becoming a medical science liaison in New York requires an advanced clinical or scientific degree, most commonly a PharmD, MD, DO, or PhD in a life sciences discipline. New York does not issue a state-specific MSL license, but candidates with active New York professional licenses, such as a pharmacist or physician license from the New York State Education Department, hold a clear advantage. Most employers prefer candidates with prior clinical practice, postdoctoral research, or pharmaceutical industry experience before hiring into the MSL role.
How much do medical science liaisons make in New York?
Medical science liaisons in New York earn a median of about $107,450 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $88,530 for the lowest 10% to over $141,430 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire medical science liaisons in New York?
Employers hiring medical science liaisons in New York right now include Menarini, Phathom Pharmaceuticals, and GSK, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. New York's concentration of global pharmaceutical headquarters and world-class academic medical centers means MSL roles here frequently involve engagement with top-tier research institutions such as Memorial Sloan Kettering and NewYork-Presbyterian.
Which New York cities have the most medical science liaison jobs?
New York, Albany, and Brooklyn have the most medical science liaison openings in New York. New York City leads because of its dense cluster of academic medical centers, specialty hospitals, and pharmaceutical commercial operations, while White Plains and Tarrytown attract roles tied to the large biotech and specialty pharma campuses anchored in Westchester County.
Are there remote medical science liaison jobs in New York?
Yes, but they are less common than in purely desk-based roles because medical science liaisons are expected to meet regularly with physicians, researchers, and key opinion leaders in person. About 75% of medical science liaison openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting that administrative, training, and internal advisory functions within the role can be done off-site. Field-based territory coverage and live scientific exchange at medical conferences typically remain in-person requirements.
How can I get hired as a medical science liaison in New York with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing a medical affairs fellowship or postdoctoral industry fellowship, several of which are hosted by New York-area employers and institutions including Pfizer and Memorial Sloan Kettering. Candidates transitioning from clinical roles such as hospital pharmacist, clinical research coordinator, or oncology nurse practitioner at major New York health systems are frequently competitive for associate MSL openings. Earning a PharmD with a certificate in medical affairs, or completing a publication in a peer-reviewed journal, strengthens candidacy when direct industry experience is limited.
Where can I find and apply to medical science liaison jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to medical science liaison jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current New York openings updated regularly. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your therapeutic area expertise and experience level, and apply directly to the positions that fit.
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