Medical Science Liaison

Santen Pharmaceutical

. Act as a field-based scientific expert and trusted, non-promotional partner to healthcare professionals, scientific experts and healthcare stakeholders .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeRemote • United Kingdom, IrelandMid-LevelSenior💰 £62,140 - £85,440 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Medical Affairs with a strong foundation in Life Sciences, Medicine, or Pharmacy, complemented by the ability to engage effectively with healthcare professionals and stakeholders. Proficient in generating actionable medical insights and delivering scientific presentations while adhering to industry regulations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Advanced Degree In Life SciencesExperience In Medical AffairsOphthalmology ExperienceStrong Communication SkillsAnalytical Mindset

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Hard Skills

Scientific KnowledgeMedical Insights GenerationClinical Information EvaluationResearch Opportunities IdentificationScientific Presentation DeliveryDocumentation ManagementEvidence Gap AnalysisStakeholder EngagementEducational Activity DevelopmentScientific Literature Review

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingStrategic ThinkingOrganizational SkillsIndependent WorkEffective Planning

Tools & Technologies

Digital ToolsMedical Affairs Materials

Certifications & Qualifications

MDPharmDPhD

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical IndustryReal-World EvidenceClinical DevelopmentsScientific CongressesInvestigator-Initiated ResearchTreatment GuidelinesField-Based RoleHealthcare StakeholdersAdverse Events ReportingCompliance With Regulations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as a field-based scientific expert and trusted, non-promotional partner to healthcare professionals, scientific experts and healthcare stakeholders
Facilitate peer-to-peer scientific exchange and develop scientific relationships
Generate, capture and communicate actionable medical and scientific insights
Support Medical Affairs priorities across the product lifecycle, from pipeline and pre-launch through launch and lifecycle management
Identify evidence gaps and research opportunities
Support investigator and research-site identification
Contribute to sponsored studies, observational research, Real-World Evidence initiatives, investigator-initiated research and scientific publications
Maintain knowledge of scientific literature, treatment guidelines and clinical developments
Participate in scientific congresses and communicate scientific developments internally
Deliver scientific presentations and educational activities
Support development and review of Medical Affairs materials
Contribute to internal scientific training and knowledge sharing
Collaborate with Medical Affairs and cross-functional teams
Report adverse events and product quality complaints
Complete required documentation and training
Manage territory activities and approved digital tools responsibly

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced university degree in Life Sciences, Medicine, Pharmacy or another relevant scientific discipline
MD, PharmD, PhD or equivalent advanced scientific qualification advantageous
At least 3 years of experience in an MSL or field-based Medical Affairs role within the pharmaceutical industry
Ophthalmology experience preferred/desirable, or strong scientific background with ability to develop therapeutic-area expertise
Ability to interpret, critically evaluate and communicate complex scientific and clinical information
Experience engaging with healthcare professionals, scientific experts or relevant healthcare stakeholders
Strong scientific knowledge
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Strong relationship-building and stakeholder engagement capabilities
Analytical mindset and ability to identify medical insights and translate them into actionable recommendations
Strategic thinking, effective planning and strong organisational skills
Ability to work independently, manage priorities and take ownership of field activities
Fluent English
Must comply with applicable laws, regulations, industry codes and Santen policies

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive, market-aligned base salary
Flexible ways of working
Highly inclusive work environment
Equal opportunity employment
Accommodation during the recruitment process upon request