MSL Oncology

JR United Kingdom; Cheltenham; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company is seeking an experienced Freelance Medical Science Liaison to support medical affairs in Oncology and Hematology across the UK. This field-based role requires strong communication skills and an advanced life science degree. Ideal candidates should have previous experience in medical affairs and be prepared to travel for KOL engagements. A flexible contract of 6 months is offered, with potential for extension.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Prior freelance or contract-based MSL experience.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary scientific and clinical expert to KOLs and HCPs.
• Communicate accurate scientific information on oncology/hematology products.
• Support medical strategy development and implementation.
• Provide insights to internal stakeholders.

Skills

Excellent communication

Presentation skills

Relationship-building

Independent working

Education

Advanced life science degree (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.