Demonstrates strong scientific and therapeutic expertise, effective communication skills for presenting complex clinical evidence, and the ability to engage with healthcare professionals and key opinion leaders. Proficient in utilizing MSL tools and AI insights to enhance customer engagement and inform medical strategy.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Doctorate Level Degree2+ Years MSL ExperienceScientific/Therapeutic ExpertiseCross-Functional CollaborationKnowledge of Regulatory Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and implement a scientific engagement plan for the Maryland/DC/Virginia territory
Engage in two-way scientific exchange with KOLs and HCPs
Cultivate professional relationships with community and academic HCPs/KOLs
Use MSL tools and AI insights to improve customer engagement, decision-making, efficiency, and outcomes
Identify provider educational needs and deliver tailored, balanced scientific responses
Present complex clinical evidence through clear, effective scientific dialogue
Collect and submit actionable insights informing medical strategy, asset planning, and cross-functional discussions
Support investigators and internal partners for company-sponsored and investigator-initiated studies
Respond to unsolicited research and clinical inquiries with objective, compliant information
Execute Medical Affairs strategy and MSL priorities while adapting to evolving data and organizational priorities
Collaborate compliantly with MSL field partners, R&D, US and Global Medical Affairs, clinical operations, Sales, and Marketing
Maintain scientific acumen through self-study, journal clubs, seminars, congresses, and peer discussions
Foster inclusion and belonging internally and externally
Maintain knowledge of regulatory, healthcare compliance, corporate conduct, and Medical Affairs requirements
Develop performance and development plans and conduct leadership projects with the direct manager
Complete administrative requirements, including expense reports and activity documentation

Requirements

What you’ll need

A Doctorate level degree or equivalent experience is required (PharmD, PhD, MD, Advanced Practice Providers, etc.)
Post graduate experience is required for Doctoral level candidates, with preference for therapeutic clinical experience
2+ years of relevant experience, including demonstrated success as an MSL
Strong scientific/therapeutic expertise in research, data analysis, clinical expertise, problem-solving, strategic thinking, and cross-functional collaboration
Ability to support a defined territory with up to 70% travel
Must hold a valid US Driver’s License
Residency/fellowship preferred
Knowledge or experience of therapeutic area
Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, CoPilot, computers, and remote technologies
Related clinical, research, or pharma work experience
Commitment to learning emerging technologies such as AI

Benefits

Comp & perks

Retirement plan (pension)
Savings plan (401(k))
Long-term incentive program
Vacation – 120 hours per calendar year
Sick time – 40 hours per calendar year; Colorado employees – 48 hours; Washington employees – 56 hours
Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays – 13 days per calendar year
Work, Personal and Family Time – up to 40 hours per calendar year
Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of birth/adoption/foster care of a child
Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member; 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period
Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year

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Hard Skills

ResearchData AnalysisClinical ExpertiseProblem-SolvingStrategic Thinking

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationRelationship BuildingAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

MSL ToolsAI InsightsMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPoint

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid US Driver’s License

Industry Keywords

Medical AffairsHealthcare ComplianceTherapeutic Area KnowledgeClinical ResearchPharmaceutical Experience