Mid Level Research Health Science Specialist Jobs
Mid level research health science specialist jobs go to professionals ready to own study protocols, guide junior staff, and translate complex findings into actionable recommendations with limited oversight. Openings across Consulting & Professional Services, Technology & Software, and Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals are largely 30% remote or hybrid, with Analytic Partners, Biogen, and IQVIA hiring at this level now.
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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.
Territory
Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Maine. The ideal candidate will live in the Boston area.
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 3 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
- 1 or more years’ clinical or health economic research experience (either in industry or in another, related setting)
- 1 years' experience in therapy area
- In-depth knowledge of Phase IV/post-marketing drug development
Travel Requirements
- 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)
- This position requires significant use of a company-provided car to perform 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.
The expected salary range for this position is $161,300 - $299,500. 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.
This is a field based role.
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.
JOB FACTS
- Job Sub Category: Field Medical
- Schedule: Full time
- Job Type: Regular
- Posted Date: Nov 12th 2026
- Job ID: 202611-128303
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.
Territory
Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Maine. The ideal candidate will live in the Boston area.
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 3 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
- 1 or more years’ clinical or health economic research experience (either in industry or in another, related setting)
- 1 years' experience in therapy area
- In-depth knowledge of Phase IV/post-marketing drug development
Travel Requirements
- 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)
- This position requires significant use of a company-provided car to perform 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.
The expected salary range for this position is $161,300 - $299,500. 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.
This is a field based role.
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.
JOB FACTS
- Job Sub Category: Field Medical
- Schedule: Full time
- Job Type: Regular
- Posted Date: Nov 12th 2026
- Job ID: 202611-128303
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Mid Level Research Health Science Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level research health science specialist job?
Position your experience around project ownership, not just task completion. Highlight studies you led, protocols you designed, or analyses you delivered independently. Employers at this level look for candidates who can operate with minimal supervision and communicate findings to both scientific and non-scientific audiences. Tailor your application to show depth in a specific research area, such as clinical trials, epidemiology, or behavioral health, rather than broad exposure.
Which companies hire mid level research health science specialists?
Companies hiring mid level research health science specialists right now include Analytic Partners, Biogen, and IQVIA, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from federal health agencies, academic medical centers, contract research organizations, and large health systems that need specialists who can run studies with limited direction.
Are there remote mid level research health science specialist jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by research function and employer. About 30% of mid level research health science specialist openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with fully remote roles more common in data analysis, literature review, and program evaluation than in lab-based or clinical work. Hybrid arrangements are most common at government agencies and large research institutions.
How do I move up to a mid level research health science specialist role?
Moving from entry level into a mid level research health science specialist role requires building a record of independent contribution. That means progressing from supporting others' studies to owning discrete components, developing proficiency in research methods and relevant tools, and demonstrating measurable impact in past work. Taking on cross-functional projects, presenting findings internally, and deepening expertise in a specific health science domain all strengthen the case for promotion or a lateral move into a mid level position.
Which industries hire the most mid level research health science specialists?
Mid Level research health science specialist roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Technology & Software, and Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they run ongoing research programs, face regulatory requirements tied to evidence-based practice, and need specialists who can manage studies and synthesize findings without close supervision.