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Medical Science Liaisons serve as scientific bridges between pharmaceutical companies and healthcare providers, requiring advanced scientific knowledge that makes them strong H-1B visa candidates. Most positions require a PharmD, MD, or PhD in life sciences, meeting specialty occupation requirements. Companies like Pfizer, Novartis, and Johnson & Johnson regularly sponsor these roles due to the specialized expertise needed.
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At Bayer we’re visionaries, driven to solve the world’s toughest challenges and striving for a world where 'Health for all Hunger for none’ is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We’re doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining ‘impossible’. There are so many reasons to join us. If you’re hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there’s only one choice.
Senior Medical Science Liaison, Cardiorenal (West Texas)
The Senior Medical Science Liaison (MSL) serves as a trusted scientific expert and partner representing Bayer in the medical community through the dissemination of and education on scientific data related to Bayer products across the product lifecycle. The MSL establishes proactive long-term scientific/strategic relationships with key, influential healthcare providers, and stakeholders, and with major medical associations and academic centers of excellence. These relationships will ensure that healthcare providers and organizations have access to relevant scientific information and that pertinent information is shared with the medical community. The MSL serves as technical and scientific support in the field for healthcare providers ensuring safe and effective use of Bayer products including timely adverse event reporting and responses to unsolicited requests for detailed product and disease state information. The MSL also develops a complete understanding of national, regional, and local experts and stakeholders in specific therapeutic categories and the healthcare environment in which they work. The MSL is an expert in specific therapeutic areas covering a specific region and Area Business Unit, collaborating with internal business partners and external contacts addressing specific scientific and educational needs.
YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The primary responsibilities of this role, Senior Medical Science Liaison, Cardiorenal (West Texas) are to:
Scientific Expertise
- Complete core training curriculum and basic MSL and Therapeutic Area (TA) Certification;
- Demonstrated accountability to continuous learning and growth (Franchise data, MSL role, Soft Skills, Personal Development). Completes recertification where applicable;
- Professional licensure with CEU documentation where applicable;
- Depth of knowledge within the therapeutic area exceeds that of peers and/or Medical Affairs experience in multiple therapeutic areas;
- Coordinates and lead TA updates, team discussions, training initiatives (i.e. journal clubs);
- Attend and report on local, regional and national medical conferences and other meetings of value;
- Coordinate team coverage of major regional or national meetings including program evaluation, required attendance and coordination of high quality meeting reports;
- Identifies educational gaps and provides subsequent recommendations for educational resource, content, or initiative development.
External HCP and Stakeholder Engagement
- Establishes robust long-term relationships with Thought Leaders and other key stakeholders through education on up to date scientific information in alignment with US, Global, and Area Business Unit definitions and strategies;
- Impactful proactive engagement with TLs, HCPs, research sites, associations, societies, & other stakeholders according to defined scope and engagement plans. Actively seeks future stakeholders and emerging Thought Leader groups in alignment with local health care system and medical strategy;
- Leverage knowledge of US and Global definitions and strategies to develop and pull through local Area Business Unit strategy;
- Responsible and Accountable for driving medical strategy by translating the local medical plan into implementable TL and stakeholder engagement strategies with cross-functional teams and identify synergies with the interests of Bayer and the general medical community;
- Approach accounts, customers, and Area Business Unit strategically, utilizing key metrics to ensure alignment to territory plan and medical objectives;
- Compliantly supports speaker training and evaluation and medical evaluation of scientific merit;
- Advisory Board or other Bayer Program coordination or support during meeting;
- Coordinates TL engagement with Franchise Medical Affairs team and relevant internal stakeholders.
Education
- Delivers educational presentations to external audiences, stakeholders, and customers groups. Proactive identification of educational opportunities within assigned Area Business Unit to stakeholders or customers groups;
- Responsible for timely, accurate, specific and balanced responses to Medical Inquires in collaboration with Medical Communications;
- Adherence to SOP and FDA guidance for distribution of scientific information;
- Adherence to SOP and compliance guidelines for all external contacts;
- Prepares and presents data to internal audiences including MA and Commercial partners.
Research
- Responsible for supporting research projects aligned with medical and brand strategy; including facilitating investigator-initiated research (IIR) and research site identification;
- Responsible for supporting clinical trial team and engaging with appropriate stakeholders for Bayer sponsored clinical trials. Support with data collection, feasibility & initiation visits, and study support as appropriate.
Insights
- Responsible and Accountable for generating relevant HCP and stakeholder insights that deepen understanding of patients, HCPs, consumers, or treatment landscape. Document and communicate them accordingly within system or to stakeholders to inform, refine, and enhance tactics and strategy;
- Report new compound development information and potential collaborations when appropriate or requested in line with corporate strategy.
Collaboration
- Compliant active strategic partnership and collaboration with territory cross-functional stakeholders (i.e. Area General Manager, Area Business Unit team, Field DGOS, etc.) as part of Area Business Unit team;
- Presentations to internal audiences including Therapeutic Area Medical Affairs (MA) or commercial partners;
- Lead project teams or task forces as appropriate within Franchise Medical Team;
- Initiates best practice discussions for MSL team and internal partners;
- Responsible and accountable as MSL mentor as appropriate.
New Ways of Working (Data Collection / Analysis / Interpretation)
- Internal champion of new ways of working including platforms, systems, capabilities. Train, mentor, and empower Field Medical team to leverage new ways of working;
- Complete all required customer activity documentation, training, expense reporting, and other administrative responsibilities in a timely, accurate, and compliant manner;
- Responsible for reviewing and interpreting interaction analytics related to TL engagement and take appropriate actions to execute stakeholder plans;
- Use data and analytics to seek out and maximize customer engagement opportunities within the territory;
- Leverage evolving country and Global platforms and systems to ensure data driven tailored approach to customer engagement;
- Leverage omnichannel methods of engagement with stakeholders to ensure customer-centric approach to data dissemination and education.
WHO YOU ARE
Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:
Required Qualifications:
- BA/ BS Degree is required;
- Experience in a scientific or healthcare clinical setting; or pharmaceutical industry experience in Medical Affairs, Sales, Marketing or Clinical Development; or post-graduate fellowship experience in a hospital or industry setting; Rotations or fellowships do not contribute to above requirements;
- MSL experience is required;
- Demonstrated project management ability;
- Demonstrated expertise in communicating scientific information;
- Demonstrated project management ability;
- Excellent oral and written communication skills;
- Excellent interpersonal skills;
- Demonstrates understanding of clinical trial design;
- Ability to critically evaluate the medical literature;
- Ability to work in a team environment;
- Established ability to build productive work relationships both internally and externally;
- Travel 50+% and manage a demanding schedule;
- Valid Driver’s License and eligibility to drive a company car or pooled vehicle (driving record must meet guidelines base on the company’s Risk Screening for Hiring Drivers and MVR will be reviewed as part of pre-employment screening).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Advanced terminal Doctorate degree in medical or health sciences (e.g M.D., PhD, PharmD, DPH, EdD) or an advanced degree in Pharmacology, Pharmacy, Medicine, Nursing or equivalent experience is preferred;
- Working knowledge of FDA, OIG requirements;
- A minimum of 1 year MSL experience or 2 years experience working within the pharmaceutical/biotech industry or post-graduate fellowship experience in a hospital or industry setting.
- Cardiorenal experience is preferred.
Employees can expect to be paid a salary of between $156,000 to $234,000. Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission (if relevant). Additional benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc. This salary range is merely an estimate and may vary based on an applicant’s location, market data/ranges, an applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors.
This posting will be available for application until at least: July 2, 2026.
YOUR APPLICATION
Bayer offers a wide variety of competitive compensation and benefits programs. If you meet the requirements of this unique opportunity, and want to impact our mission Health for all, Hunger for none, we encourage you to apply now. Be part of something bigger. Be you. Be Bayer.
To all recruitment agencies: Bayer does not accept unsolicited third party resumes.
Bayer is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans
Bayer is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its application process for individuals with disabilities and encourages applicants with disabilities to request any needed accommodation(s) using the contact information below.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: Notice for U.S. Visitors: All information on this site is subject to compliance with local rule and regulations as they may vary from time to time and across different geographies, including, without limitation, U.S. Executive Orders.
Bayer is an E-Verify Employer.
LOCATION
Location: United States : Texas : Residence Based || United States : Texas : AMARILLO || United States : Texas : Austin || United States : Texas : Big Spring || United States : Texas : Fort Worth || United States : Texas : Lubbock || United States : Texas : ODESSA || United States : Texas : WICHITA FALLS
Division: Pharmaceuticals
Reference Code: 873874
Contact Us
Email: hrop_usa@bayer.com
INTRODUCTION
At Bayer we’re visionaries, driven to solve the world’s toughest challenges and striving for a world where 'Health for all Hunger for none’ is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We’re doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining ‘impossible’. There are so many reasons to join us. If you’re hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there’s only one choice.
Senior Medical Science Liaison, Cardiorenal (West Texas)
The Senior Medical Science Liaison (MSL) serves as a trusted scientific expert and partner representing Bayer in the medical community through the dissemination of and education on scientific data related to Bayer products across the product lifecycle. The MSL establishes proactive long-term scientific/strategic relationships with key, influential healthcare providers, and stakeholders, and with major medical associations and academic centers of excellence. These relationships will ensure that healthcare providers and organizations have access to relevant scientific information and that pertinent information is shared with the medical community. The MSL serves as technical and scientific support in the field for healthcare providers ensuring safe and effective use of Bayer products including timely adverse event reporting and responses to unsolicited requests for detailed product and disease state information. The MSL also develops a complete understanding of national, regional, and local experts and stakeholders in specific therapeutic categories and the healthcare environment in which they work. The MSL is an expert in specific therapeutic areas covering a specific region and Area Business Unit, collaborating with internal business partners and external contacts addressing specific scientific and educational needs.
YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The primary responsibilities of this role, Senior Medical Science Liaison, Cardiorenal (West Texas) are to:
Scientific Expertise
- Complete core training curriculum and basic MSL and Therapeutic Area (TA) Certification;
- Demonstrated accountability to continuous learning and growth (Franchise data, MSL role, Soft Skills, Personal Development). Completes recertification where applicable;
- Professional licensure with CEU documentation where applicable;
- Depth of knowledge within the therapeutic area exceeds that of peers and/or Medical Affairs experience in multiple therapeutic areas;
- Coordinates and lead TA updates, team discussions, training initiatives (i.e. journal clubs);
- Attend and report on local, regional and national medical conferences and other meetings of value;
- Coordinate team coverage of major regional or national meetings including program evaluation, required attendance and coordination of high quality meeting reports;
- Identifies educational gaps and provides subsequent recommendations for educational resource, content, or initiative development.
External HCP and Stakeholder Engagement
- Establishes robust long-term relationships with Thought Leaders and other key stakeholders through education on up to date scientific information in alignment with US, Global, and Area Business Unit definitions and strategies;
- Impactful proactive engagement with TLs, HCPs, research sites, associations, societies, & other stakeholders according to defined scope and engagement plans. Actively seeks future stakeholders and emerging Thought Leader groups in alignment with local health care system and medical strategy;
- Leverage knowledge of US and Global definitions and strategies to develop and pull through local Area Business Unit strategy;
- Responsible and Accountable for driving medical strategy by translating the local medical plan into implementable TL and stakeholder engagement strategies with cross-functional teams and identify synergies with the interests of Bayer and the general medical community;
- Approach accounts, customers, and Area Business Unit strategically, utilizing key metrics to ensure alignment to territory plan and medical objectives;
- Compliantly supports speaker training and evaluation and medical evaluation of scientific merit;
- Advisory Board or other Bayer Program coordination or support during meeting;
- Coordinates TL engagement with Franchise Medical Affairs team and relevant internal stakeholders.
Education
- Delivers educational presentations to external audiences, stakeholders, and customers groups. Proactive identification of educational opportunities within assigned Area Business Unit to stakeholders or customers groups;
- Responsible for timely, accurate, specific and balanced responses to Medical Inquires in collaboration with Medical Communications;
- Adherence to SOP and FDA guidance for distribution of scientific information;
- Adherence to SOP and compliance guidelines for all external contacts;
- Prepares and presents data to internal audiences including MA and Commercial partners.
Research
- Responsible for supporting research projects aligned with medical and brand strategy; including facilitating investigator-initiated research (IIR) and research site identification;
- Responsible for supporting clinical trial team and engaging with appropriate stakeholders for Bayer sponsored clinical trials. Support with data collection, feasibility & initiation visits, and study support as appropriate.
Insights
- Responsible and Accountable for generating relevant HCP and stakeholder insights that deepen understanding of patients, HCPs, consumers, or treatment landscape. Document and communicate them accordingly within system or to stakeholders to inform, refine, and enhance tactics and strategy;
- Report new compound development information and potential collaborations when appropriate or requested in line with corporate strategy.
Collaboration
- Compliant active strategic partnership and collaboration with territory cross-functional stakeholders (i.e. Area General Manager, Area Business Unit team, Field DGOS, etc.) as part of Area Business Unit team;
- Presentations to internal audiences including Therapeutic Area Medical Affairs (MA) or commercial partners;
- Lead project teams or task forces as appropriate within Franchise Medical Team;
- Initiates best practice discussions for MSL team and internal partners;
- Responsible and accountable as MSL mentor as appropriate.
New Ways of Working (Data Collection / Analysis / Interpretation)
- Internal champion of new ways of working including platforms, systems, capabilities. Train, mentor, and empower Field Medical team to leverage new ways of working;
- Complete all required customer activity documentation, training, expense reporting, and other administrative responsibilities in a timely, accurate, and compliant manner;
- Responsible for reviewing and interpreting interaction analytics related to TL engagement and take appropriate actions to execute stakeholder plans;
- Use data and analytics to seek out and maximize customer engagement opportunities within the territory;
- Leverage evolving country and Global platforms and systems to ensure data driven tailored approach to customer engagement;
- Leverage omnichannel methods of engagement with stakeholders to ensure customer-centric approach to data dissemination and education.
WHO YOU ARE
Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:
Required Qualifications:
- BA/ BS Degree is required;
- Experience in a scientific or healthcare clinical setting; or pharmaceutical industry experience in Medical Affairs, Sales, Marketing or Clinical Development; or post-graduate fellowship experience in a hospital or industry setting; Rotations or fellowships do not contribute to above requirements;
- MSL experience is required;
- Demonstrated project management ability;
- Demonstrated expertise in communicating scientific information;
- Demonstrated project management ability;
- Excellent oral and written communication skills;
- Excellent interpersonal skills;
- Demonstrates understanding of clinical trial design;
- Ability to critically evaluate the medical literature;
- Ability to work in a team environment;
- Established ability to build productive work relationships both internally and externally;
- Travel 50+% and manage a demanding schedule;
- Valid Driver’s License and eligibility to drive a company car or pooled vehicle (driving record must meet guidelines base on the company’s Risk Screening for Hiring Drivers and MVR will be reviewed as part of pre-employment screening).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Advanced terminal Doctorate degree in medical or health sciences (e.g M.D., PhD, PharmD, DPH, EdD) or an advanced degree in Pharmacology, Pharmacy, Medicine, Nursing or equivalent experience is preferred;
- Working knowledge of FDA, OIG requirements;
- A minimum of 1 year MSL experience or 2 years experience working within the pharmaceutical/biotech industry or post-graduate fellowship experience in a hospital or industry setting.
- Cardiorenal experience is preferred.
Employees can expect to be paid a salary of between $156,000 to $234,000. Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission (if relevant). Additional benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc. This salary range is merely an estimate and may vary based on an applicant’s location, market data/ranges, an applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors.
This posting will be available for application until at least: July 2, 2026.
YOUR APPLICATION
Bayer offers a wide variety of competitive compensation and benefits programs. If you meet the requirements of this unique opportunity, and want to impact our mission Health for all, Hunger for none, we encourage you to apply now. Be part of something bigger. Be you. Be Bayer.
To all recruitment agencies: Bayer does not accept unsolicited third party resumes.
Bayer is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans
Bayer is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its application process for individuals with disabilities and encourages applicants with disabilities to request any needed accommodation(s) using the contact information below.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: Notice for U.S. Visitors: All information on this site is subject to compliance with local rule and regulations as they may vary from time to time and across different geographies, including, without limitation, U.S. Executive Orders.
Bayer is an E-Verify Employer.
LOCATION
Location: United States : Texas : Residence Based || United States : Texas : AMARILLO || United States : Texas : Austin || United States : Texas : Big Spring || United States : Texas : Fort Worth || United States : Texas : Lubbock || United States : Texas : ODESSA || United States : Texas : WICHITA FALLS
Division: Pharmaceuticals
Reference Code: 873874
Contact Us
Email: hrop_usa@bayer.com
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Medical Science Liaison Jobs
Target pharmaceutical and biotech companies with established sponsorship programs
Major pharma companies like Merck, Bristol Myers Squibb, and Genentech have dedicated immigration teams and regularly sponsor MSL roles. Check their career pages for visa-friendly language like 'will consider sponsorship for qualified candidates.'
Emphasize your advanced degree and specialized therapeutic area expertise
MSL roles require deep scientific knowledge in specific disease areas. Highlight your PhD, PharmD, or MD alongside expertise in oncology, immunology, or rare diseases to strengthen your specialty occupation case.
Demonstrate clinical research experience and publication record
Strong publication records and clinical trial experience differentiate you from other candidates. Include peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, and research collaborations that showcase your scientific credibility and specialized knowledge.
Network through medical conferences and scientific societies
MSL hiring managers often recruit at conferences like ASCO, ASH, or therapeutic area meetings. Join professional societies like MSL Society and attend virtual networking events to build relationships before applying.
Consider contract and consulting firms as entry points
Companies like IQVIA, Syneos Health, and PRA offer MSL contract positions that can lead to permanent roles. These firms often have more flexible sponsorship policies and faster hiring processes.
Prepare for competency-based interviews focusing on scientific communication
MSL interviews test your ability to translate complex science for different audiences. Practice presenting research findings, discussing clinical trial data, and explaining drug mechanisms to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Frequently Asked Questions
What degree requirements do Medical Science Liaison roles have for H-1B sponsorship?
Most MSL positions require a PharmD, MD, or PhD in life sciences, which easily meets H-1B visa specialty occupation requirements. Some companies accept Master's degrees in relevant fields like pharmacology, biology, or clinical research, though doctoral-level education is strongly preferred and strengthens visa applications significantly.
Do pharmaceutical companies commonly sponsor H-1B visas for MSL positions?
Yes, major pharmaceutical companies regularly sponsor MSLs due to the specialized scientific expertise required. Companies like Pfizer, Novartis, Johnson & Johnson, and Merck have established immigration programs and frequently file H-1B petitions for qualified MSL candidates, especially those with rare disease or oncology expertise.
Can I work as an MSL on OPT or do I need H-1B sponsorship immediately?
You can work as an MSL on standard OPT if you have a qualifying life sciences degree. STEM OPT extension is available for eligible fields, giving you additional time. However, most MSL positions are permanent roles requiring H-1B sponsorship for long-term employment beyond OPT periods.
What makes Medical Science Liaison roles strong candidates for visa approval?
MSL roles have high H-1B approval rates because they require specialized scientific knowledge, advanced degrees, and expertise in specific therapeutic areas. The combination of doctoral-level education requirements and the need for deep scientific expertise in drug development makes these positions clearly qualify as specialty occupations.
Should I target specific therapeutic areas for better sponsorship chances?
Yes, focus on high-growth therapeutic areas like oncology, immunology, rare diseases, and gene therapy where companies have urgent staffing needs. These specialized areas often have fewer qualified candidates, making companies more willing to sponsor visas. Orphan drug companies particularly value specialized MSL expertise.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Medical Science Liaison jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
How to find Medical Science Liaison jobs with visa sponsorship?
To find Medical Science Liaison positions with visa sponsorship, use Migrate Mate, which specializes in connecting international professionals with sponsoring employers. Focus on pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology firms, and medical device manufacturers that commonly sponsor H-1B, L-1 visa, and O-1 visas for MSL roles. These companies often need specialized scientific expertise and are willing to sponsor qualified candidates with advanced degrees in life sciences.