Medical Science Liaison – Senior – COVID, Virology

Shionogi Inc. (U.S.)

. Represent Shionogi Inc. and its products to key opinion leaders, clinicians, institutions, and professional organizations . Build and manage relationships with KOLs and healthcare professionals through meaningful

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $175,000 - $220,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in building and managing relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and healthcare professionals, while providing scientific and clinical training. Possesses strong knowledge of infectious diseases and regulatory guidelines, with the ability to analyze data and present insights effectively.

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MSL Experience in Pharmaceutical IndustryInfectious Disease KnowledgeRegulatory Guidelines UnderstandingScientific Presentation SkillsStrategic Thinking

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Hard Skills

Doctoral Level Degree in Life SciencesClinical Knowledge in Infectious DiseasesData Analysis and KPI TrackingScientific Training DevelopmentProject Management

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingEffective CommunicationCollaborationProblem-SolvingFlexibility and Adaptability

Tools & Technologies

MS WordExcelOutlookPowerPointMS Teams

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver's LicenseCredentialing Required for Role

Industry Keywords

Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs)Healthcare Professionals (HCPs)Therapeutic ConceptsClinical TrialsBusiness Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Represent Shionogi Inc. and its products to key opinion leaders, clinicians, institutions, and professional organizations
Build and manage relationships with KOLs and healthcare professionals through meaningful scientific exchange
Respond to unsolicited requests for information about marketed and developing products
Provide scientific disease-state and product discussions supporting therapeutic concepts and safe, effective product use
Advise company management on therapeutic-area dynamics, business development, and KOL feedback
Work cross-functionally on clinical and scientific matters
Establish and maintain relationships with KOLs, HCPs, academic institutions, payors, and patient organizations
Design and execute plans for the assigned MSL region aligned with medical strategy and KOL priorities
Identify relevant HCPs based on medical strategy and patient needs
Document unsolicited medical and scientific requests and liaise with investigators on investigator-initiated research submissions
Deliver and develop fair-balanced clinical and scientific presentations with medical review committee approval
Identify and train speakers for advisory boards, symposia, and educational programs
Attend national and regional medical/scientific meetings, engage attendees, attend scientific sessions, gather information, and summarize findings
Evaluate competitor research and therapeutic-area intelligence; analyze findings and present insights to internal stakeholders
Collaborate with Clinical, Regulatory, Commercial, Legal, Compliance, and other internal groups
Provide disease-state, clinical, and scientific training across functional teams
Provide management input on therapeutic and research advances, business development opportunities and risks, and KOL feedback
Maintain awareness of medical, clinical, regulatory, compliance, and quality processes
Complete administrative reports, expense reports, training, KOL documentation, conference reports, and other required documentation
Analyze operational data, identify trends and root causes, and develop and track KPIs and metrics
Design and ensure delivery of training programs
Drive cross-functional alignment and operational goals
Lead change-management efforts and process improvements
Assess industry best practices and identify opportunities to enhance medical impact and operational efficiency
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Doctoral level degree in life sciences program with strong scientific knowledge highly preferred
Post grad in virology, infectious disease, epidemiology or related fields considered
Previous MSL experience in the pharmaceutical/biopharmaceutical industry required, with previous respiratory infectious disease experience preferred; experience in COVID-19 preferred OR previous MSL experience in the pharmaceutical/biopharmaceutical industry preferred with previous respiratory infectious disease experience required
5+ years MSL experience may be considered for a Senior MSL opportunity
Experience in the outpatient medical community as well as pre- and post-launch product approval activities preferred
Clinical, scientific, and technical knowledge within infectious diseases or respiratory diseases preferred but not required
Understanding of the pharmaceutical industry and business strategies
Knowledge of current regulatory guidelines relating to scientific interactions, unsolicited questions, clinical trials, and research
Ethical and professional conduct in accordance with company guidelines and regulatory requirements
Ability to build and maintain relationships with healthcare providers and industry stakeholders
Ability to collaborate with internal colleagues and external organizations across all levels and roles
Ability to communicate effectively and present scientific and medical information to varied audiences
Ability to manage multiple projects and initiatives, organize, communicate, and prioritize work effectively
Strategic thinking and innovative problem-solving ability
Demonstrated computer skills in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, MS Teams, and video conferencing
Flexibility and adaptability to changing healthcare environments and organizational needs
Ability and willingness to travel up to 75% of the time
Must live within the boundaries of the assigned geographic territory and within a commutable distance to a large airport
Safe driving ability
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record and ability to pass a complete background check
Must have valid licenses and credentialing required to conduct the role

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits
Bonus
Long-term incentive
Applicable allowances
Additional compensation may be associated with the role
Equal opportunity employer supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans
Reasonable accommodation available for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans