Oncology Medical Science Liaison

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. Serve as a field-based scientific expert, executing Medical Affairs strategy within the assigned East, Central, or West territory .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeUnited StatesJunior💰 $130,000 - $240,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in oncology and medical affairs, with a strong ability to communicate complex clinical information and build relationships with key opinion leaders. Proficient in managing scientific engagements and adhering to compliance standards while executing medical strategies.

Highest-signal resume keywords

MSL ExperienceOncology Clinical ExperienceAdvanced Scientific DegreeScientific Communication SkillsTerritory Management

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Hard Skills

Scientific ExchangeClinical Data InterpretationMedical DocumentationInsight GenerationKOL EngagementOncology KnowledgeCompliance AdherenceTravel Management

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingOrganizational SkillsPresentation SkillsPrioritization Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

PharmDPhDMDDODNPMPAS

Industry Keywords

Medical AffairsOncologyHealthcare ProfessionalsScientific MeetingsAdvisory ActivitiesMedical Congresses

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a field-based scientific expert, executing Medical Affairs strategy within the assigned East, Central, or West territory
Establish and maintain scientific credibility and trusted relationships with KOLs, healthcare professionals, and oncology stakeholders
Facilitate balanced, accurate, non-promotional scientific exchange regarding oncology disease states, clinical data, and evolving standards of care
Acquire, maintain, interpret, and communicate scientific and clinical knowledge related to assigned therapeutic areas and disease states
Gather, synthesize, and communicate actionable medical, scientific, and clinical insights to internal Medical Affairs partners
Identify opportunities for scientific engagement and support medical and educational initiatives aligned with Medical Affairs strategy
Support scientific meetings, medical congresses, advisory activities, and other field-based Medical Affairs initiatives
Respond to unsolicited scientific and medical information requests in a fair, balanced, accurate, and compliant manner
Collaborate with Medical Affairs and cross-functional stakeholders while maintaining separation between Medical Affairs and commercial activities
Maintain timely and accurate documentation and reporting and comply with privacy, safety, and adverse-event reporting requirements
Independently manage a large geographic territory, prioritizing KOL engagement, scientific activities, travel, and administrative responsibilities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Direct MSL experience preferred or 1–2 years of MSL experience in prostate cancer or hematology
Candidates with substantial relevant oncology clinical experience, such as an accomplished oncology NP/PA
Advanced scientific or clinical degree required, including PharmD, PhD, MD, DO, DNP, MPAS, or another relevant advanced degree held by a licensed NP/PA or other qualified clinician/scientist
Strong scientific communication, presentation, relationship-building, and insight-generation skills
Strong territory-management, documentation, organizational, and prioritization capabilities
Ability to work independently in a field-based role and travel extensively within the assigned geography
Strong experience conducting balanced, non-promotional scientific exchange and communicating complex clinical and scientific information to sophisticated healthcare audiences
Experience supporting medical congresses, advisory activities, scientific meetings, and other field-based Medical Affairs initiatives preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay that recognizes your experience, expertise, and impact
Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage; accrued paid time off; 401(k) with company match; disability and life insurance; and paid maternity and paternity leave
Company-paid holidays
Recognition programs, contests, and awards
Continuous growth opportunities through learning, leadership development, and career advancement support
A collaborative culture where your ideas are valued and your work makes a difference