MSL Oncology

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

Job summary

A leading pharmaceuticals company is seeking an experienced Freelance Medical Science Liaison to support medical affairs in oncology and hematology across the UK. This flexible, remote role is ideal for someone with strong expertise and a passion for cancer care. The MSL will engage with key opinion leaders and support strategy development while working independently. Ideal candidates must have an advanced science degree and prior experience in a similar role.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an MSL or similar medical affairs role.
• 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 products.
• Support medical strategy development at the local level.
• Provide insights and medical intelligence to internal stakeholders.
• Support investigator-initiated study proposals and congress attendance.
• Collaborate with clinical, regulatory, and commercial teams.

Skills

Communication skills

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.