MSL Oncology

JR United Kingdom; Cambridge; Remote; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceuticals company is seeking an experienced Freelance Medical Science Liaison (MSL) to support medical affairs in Oncology and Hematology across the UK. This flexible, field-based role is ideal for a scientifically curious professional with a strong background in oncology. Responsibilities include serving as a primary scientific expert, communicating product information, and collaborating cross-functionally. Candidates must hold an advanced life science degree and have proven MSL experience.

Qualifications

• Advanced life science degree required.
• Proven experience in MSL or similar role needed.
• Strong understanding of UK healthcare.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills essential.
• Must be able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary scientific expert to KOLs and HCPs.
• Communicate scientific information on oncology products.
• Support medical strategy development and implementation.
• Provide insights and medical intelligence to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with clinical and regulatory teams as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Understanding of UK healthcare regulatory environment

Education

PhD, PharmD, MD, or MSc

Job description

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We are seeking an experienced and self-driven Freelance Medical Science Liaison (MSL) to support medical affairs activities in Oncology and Hematology across the UK.

This is a flexible, field-based role ideal for a scientifically curious professional who thrives in cross-functional environments and is passionate about advancing cancer care.

Location: Remote (UK-Based)

Type: Freelance / Contract

Sector: Pharmaceuticals

Start Date: ASAP

Contract Length: 6 months (with potential extension)

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary scientific and clinical expert to key opinion leaders (KOLs), healthcare professionals (HCPs), and academic institutions.
• Communicate up-to-date, accurate, and balanced scientific information on pipeline and marketed products in oncology/hematology.
• Support medical strategy development and implementation at the local level.
• Provide field insights and medical intelligence to internal stakeholders.
• Support investigator-initiated study (IIS) proposals, advisory boards, and congress attendance.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with clinical, regulatory, and commercial teams as needed.

Requirements

• Advanced life science degree (PhD, PharmD, MD, or MSc with strong industry experience).
• Proven experience as an MSL or similar medical affairs role, ideally within oncology and/or hematology.
• Strong understanding of the UK healthcare and regulatory environment.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently as a contractor/freelancer.
• Willingness to travel across the UK for KOL engagements
• Prior freelance or contract-based MSL experience.