Medical Science Liaison

DKSH Malaysia Sdn Bhd; Selangor; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

DKSH Malaysia Sdn Bhd is seeking a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) to advance the medical affairs strategy across client products in Malaysia. The role builds trusted relationships with Thought Leaders, HCPs and key stakeholders, delivering credible scientific dialogue and evidence-based discussions.

The MSL will translate complex data into meaningful conversations, support medical plan execution, and stay informed on regulatory and payer developments while traveling regionally as needed.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English with strong written and verbal communication.
• Experience in clinical or pharmaceutical environments preferred.
• Ability to interpret and communicate complex medical data clearly.

Responsibilities

• Identify disease- and product-related medical needs to shape the medical affairs strategy.
• Establish interactions with TLs and HCPs to facilitate evidence-based discussions.
• Respond to unsolicited medical questions and discuss regulatory and payer trends.
• Translate complex medical information into credible dialogue for stakeholders.
• Deliver scientific presentations to healthcare decision-makers using approved materials.
• Demonstrate knowledge across therapeutic areas to support scientific engagement.
• Identify and train speakers aligned with the medical plan.
• Communicate insights on medical information and payer environments.

Skills

Fluent in English

Strong communication skills

Travel flexibility

Independent work

Education

Terminal doctoral degree or life/health science degree

Tools

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Job description

The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) supports DKSH's Healthcare business unit in Malaysia by advancing the medical affairs strategy for client-related products and delivering the integrated brand plan in alignment with business priorities. This role serves as a trusted scientific resource, building deep and credible relationships with Thought Leaders (TLs), Healthcare Professionals (HCPs), and key stakeholders across the Malaysian healthcare landscape.

What You Will Deliver

• Identify disease and product-related medical needs within a defined geography to inform and shape the medical affairs strategy for assigned products
• Establish frequent and timely interactions with Thought Leaders (TLs) and Healthcare Professionals (HCPs) aligned with client medical strategies, facilitating evidence-based discussions on the safe and appropriate use of approved products and pharmacoeconomic data
• Respond to unsolicited questions on current medical and scientific issues, healthcare advances, treatment trends, and health outcomes measures, engaging nationally and regionally recognized scientific leaders, medical advisors, and patient advocacy stakeholders
• Translate complex medical information and scientific data into high-quality, credible dialogue, drawing on a sophisticated understanding of the pharmaceutical and healthcare industry, including commercial and government payer strategies and evolving healthcare delivery models
• Deliver scientifically rigorous presentations to healthcare decision-makers in response to unsolicited inquiries, using relevant and approved materials
• Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of related therapeutic areas to support meaningful and impactful scientific engagement with HCPs and TLs
• Identify and train client contracted speakers or internal team members where aligned with the medical plan and product life cycle requirements
• Identify, collect, and communicate insights on competitive medical information, regulatory trends, and changes in the payer environment to support the development of robust medical strategies

What You Bring

• Terminal doctoral degree – Medical Doctor (MD), Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD), or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) – is preferred; or a life or health science degree with relevant experience in a pharmaceutical environment and Medical Affairs function
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a clinical or pharmaceutical environment, excluding postdoctoral education
• In-depth knowledge of a scientific or clinical area, including disease area expertise and familiarity with key scientific publications
• Good understanding of clinical research principles, the Malaysian healthcare system, the local pharmaceutical industry, and health economic practices
• Sound knowledge of the industry landscape, market dynamics, competitors, and customer environment, with a proven track record in assigned products or services and an established professional network
• Sound knowledge of regulatory requirements for products within assigned territories, including handling procedures, shelf life, and warranty considerations
• Strong communication and negotiation skills with the confidence and articulation to build trusted relationships with senior scientific stakeholders
• Advanced research and analytical skills with strong conceptual capabilities and the ability to work independently
• Full compliance with all company policies, applicable local laws, regulations, and ethical standards
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken
• Willingness to travel as required across assigned geographies

Why Join DKSH

At DKSH, we help companies grow in Asia and enable people to perform at their best. You will be part of an organization that values accountability, collaboration, and long-term partnerships. We offer a dynamic environment where your contributions are visible and where you can build a meaningful career in Medical Sales.

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DKSH’s purpose is to enrich people’s lives. For nearly 160 years, we have been marketing, selling, and distributing high-quality products and brands for multinational and Fortune 500 companies. Through our Business Units Consumer Goods, Healthcare, Performance Materials, and Technology, we deliver sustainable growth for our partners. We contribute to improving the quality of life for our employees and people in the local communities in which we operate. Headquartered in Switzerland, DKSH is publicly listed and operates in 36 markets across Asia Pacific, Europe, and North America. We employ over 29,000 specialists and produced net sales of CHF 11.1 billion in 2023.

DKSH’s purpose is to enrich people’s lives. For nearly 160 years, we have been marketing, selling, and distributing high-quality products and brands for multinational and Fortune 500 companies. Through our Business Units Consumer Goods, Healthcare, Performance Materials, and Technology, we deliver sustainable growth for our partners. We contribute to improving the quality of life for our employees and people in the local communities in which we operate. Headquartered in Switzerland, DKSH is publicly listed and operates in 36 markets across Asia Pacific, Europe, and North America. We employ over 29,000 specialists and produced net sales of CHF 11.1 billion in 2023.

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