Medical Science Liaison, Senior Medical Science Liaison

Verastem Oncology

. Serve as the field-based medical/scientific expert for Verastem Oncology .

Posted 9/16/2026full-timeRemote • Alabama • United StatesSenior💰 $190,000 - $240,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates advanced clinical expertise in oncology and medical affairs, with a strong ability to engage healthcare providers and communicate complex scientific information effectively. Proven leadership in mentoring teams and managing cross-functional initiatives within the pharmaceutical industry.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Advanced Clinical/Science DegreeOncology ExperienceMedical Science Liaison (MSL) ExperienceKnowledge of Treatment GuidelinesLeadership Skills

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Hard Skills

Clinical Research ProcessesFDA RegulationsCMS Reimbursement Coverage ProcessOIG GuidelinesPublication PlanningSlide-Deck DevelopmentMedical Strategy Plan ImplementationCompetitive Intelligence GatheringNegotiation SkillsAnalytical Skills

Soft Skills

Interpersonal CommunicationPresentation SkillsProblem SolvingDecision-MakingStrategic Thinking

Industry Keywords

Biotech IndustryPharmaceutical IndustryOncologyTranslational ScienceOvarian CancerGynecologic OncologyNCCNASCOESMO

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the field-based medical/scientific expert for Verastem Oncology
Engage healthcare providers and provide fair/balanced education on investigational products and disease areas
Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with investigators, institutions, groups, and consortia
Increase company visibility and interact with current and future oncology leaders
Participate in medical education for healthcare professionals, including formulary committees
Ensure required education and training are provided at clinical sites
Identify clinical research opportunities aligned with company objectives
Serve as primary territory contact for investigator-initiated research from concept submission through publication
Communicate clinical and research insights to shape company research
Maintain clinical and scientific expertise through training, conferences, workshops, and publications
Gather and disseminate compliant competitive intelligence
Mentor MSL team members and contribute to the cross-functional Medical Affairs team
Execute administrative aspects of regional field activities
Provide medical leadership for internal cross-functional programs and projects
Respond to unsolicited medical information requests
Complete timely reports, project plans, and required documentation
Senior MSL: contribute to publication planning, slide-deck development, training initiatives, and Medical Strategy Plan implementation
Senior MSL: lead national priority projects, cross-functional initiatives, and selected external collaborations
Senior MSL: mentor or coach other MSLs and coordinate advanced training initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced Clinical/Science degree (MSN, PharmD, PhD) or professional credentials/equivalent required
Prior experience in the biotech/pharmaceutical industry strongly preferred
Prior MSL or relevant experience strongly preferred
Minimum of 3 years oncology experience strongly preferred
Senior MSL: minimum five (5) years in Pharmaceutical Industry Medical Affairs as MSL
Knowledge of applicable treatment, compliance, and regulatory guidelines
Knowledge of treatment guidelines (NCCN, ASCO, ESMO, etc.), clinical research processes, FDA regulations, CMS reimbursement coverage process, and OIG guidelines
Ability to travel up to 65% of the time
Approximately 60–70% domestic travel required
Excellent interpersonal communication and presentation skills
Strong problem solving, decision-making, and negotiation skills
Ability to think strategically and apply knowledge and analytical skills
Ability to summarize and present complex scientific information clearly, concisely, confidently, and accurately
Ability to network and partner with external customers, medical thought leaders, academic institutions, research consortia, practice networks, and other healthcare organizations
Demonstrable effective leadership skills
Deep therapeutic competency and current knowledge of oncology/translational science
Knowledge or experience in ovarian cancer/gynecologic oncology is a plus
Solid tumor experience preferred for Senior MSL

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus
Equity compensation
Competitive benefits package
Relevant training, conferences, and scientific workshops