Associate Director – Medical Science Liaison, Oncology, GI/Thoracic/RLT Focus

Eli Lilly and Company

. Provide leading researchers and practitioners with precise, current scientific and clinical information .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $156,000 - $250,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in synthesizing scientific and clinical information while establishing trusted relationships with healthcare professionals. Proficient in strategic territory planning and leveraging advanced presentation skills to communicate complex medical content effectively.

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Advanced Degree In Health SciencesClinical Experience In Therapeutic AreasStrong Verbal And Written Communication SkillsKnowledge Of Health Systems And Medical ResearchExperience In Field-Based Working Environment

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Hard Skills

Literature IdentificationData AnalysisStrategic And Critical ThinkingPresentation SkillsCustomer Engagement Strategies

Soft Skills

Emotional IntelligenceTeamwork And Interpersonal SkillsResiliency In Managing ChallengesSelf-Direction And Time ManagementLearning Agility

Tools & Technologies

Digital Platforms For Virtual EngagementTerritory Analytics ToolsField-Based Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

PharmDMDPhDBSNRPhPANP

Industry Keywords

Gastrointestinal OncologyThoracic OncologyMedical Education ProcessClinical Care GapsScientific Exchange

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide leading researchers and practitioners with precise, current scientific and clinical information
Synthesize the latest research on products, disease states, standard of care, and therapeutic areas
Establish trusted relationships as a reliable source of unbiased medical and scientific information
Facilitate scientific exchange with scientific and clinical communities
Support scientific experts and clinical experts by addressing clinical care gaps and sharing evidence
Connect experts with Lilly resources and internal business partners
Facilitate collaborative research opportunities
Partner with clinical development on studies and investigators to support site identification, selection, and recruitment
Analyze customer data and prioritize engagement with assigned experts through face-to-face and virtual interactions
Implement strategic territory plans and use territory analytics for customer identification and routing prioritization
Coordinate compliantly with Lilly field roles sharing customers
Synthesize and communicate actionable customer and clinical insights to internal Medical and cross-functional teams
Cultivate internal networks and collaborate across functions with field-based colleagues
Contribute to team goals and execute the role in compliance with applicable requirements, procedures, and laws
Travel up to 80%, including weekend commitments

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced degree in health sciences (e.g., PharmD, MD, PhD in a medically related field) required
In addition to PharmD, MD, PhD, minimum of two years of relevant clinical or TA experience desired
Masters or Bachelors level degree in health sciences (e.g., BSN, RPh, PA, NP) considered if 5+ years clinical, research, or industry experience (medical or scientific role) in relevant therapeutic area
Valid US driver’s license and acceptable driving record required
Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
Lilly will not provide support for or sponsor work authorization or visas for this role
Proficient in advanced presentation and computer skills
Expertise in literature identification
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to be self-directed and work alone in the field, managing multiple priorities and projects
Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills, including emotional intelligence and professional relationship building and networking
Resiliency in managing complex challenges
Intellectual curiosity about the field of science/medicine of specialization
Ability to leverage field-based tools and adapt as technology advances
Learning agility to comprehend and communicate complex scientific content clearly and concisely
Strategic and critical thinking skills to analyze, assess, and evaluate information and interpret impact or relevance to future states
Previous experience in a field-based working environment
Knowledge of health systems, academic communities, medical research, and the medical education process
Knowledge and experience of digital platforms to engage HCPs virtually (e.g., Zoom)
Previous experience in gastrointestinal and/or thoracic oncology therapeutic area strongly preferred
Applicants should live within the Pacific Northwest geography (Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Northern California, Alaska) and near a transport hub

Benefits

Comp & perks

Company bonus depending partly on company and individual performance
Company-sponsored 401(k)
Pension
Vacation benefits
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
Prescription drug benefits
Flexible benefits, including healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts
Life insurance and death benefits
Time off and leave of absence benefits
Well-being benefits, including employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities