HEOR Medical Science Liaison

Syneos Health; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 200,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Health benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision

Flexible paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Syneos Health is seeking a Medical Science Liaison in Boston, MA, responsible for driving medical strategy and engagement. The ideal candidate should possess an MD, PhD, or equivalent degree with at least 2 years of industry experience. Responsibilities include presenting scientific data to key healthcare leaders and responding to inquiries from healthcare providers.

This role offers a competitive salary range of $200,000-$220,000 annually along with benefits such as health insurance, a 401k company match, and flexible PTO.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of industry experience as a Medical Science Liaison required.
• Clinical or related practical experiences in GI/Liver preferred.
• Ability to travel up to 60%, overnights and weekends may be required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute medical strategy and engagement for appropriate assigned customer.
• Leverage knowledge of clinical trials and competitor landscape.
• Deliver scientific presentations to healthcare decision makers.

Skills

Strong scientific & clinical acumen

Ability to quickly understand & translate complex scientific data

Experience in Managed Care/PBM

Education

MD, PhD, PharmD, PA, NP, or equivalent degree

Tools

Health economic model design

Job description

Updated: June 9, 2026
Location: Boston, MA, United States
Job ID:16195

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute medical strategy and engagement for appropriate assigned customer.
• Communicate clinical and scientific data to KOLs and healthcare professionals through presentations, educational programs, and scientific discussions.
• Serve as the primary resource to provide support for addressing unsolicited medical questions and other scientific exchange matters.
• Identify, gather, and document field generated scientific insights to drive innovative Medical Affairs strategies while complying with industry and corporate policies and procedures.
• Maintain scientific and clinical knowledge base through continuous learning and awareness of related scientific literature to enable meaningful scientific exchange.
• Collaborate with field based Medical colleagues, appropriate Commercial colleagues, and the broader organization to provide scientific expertise and share Medical insights in support of internal and external activities.
• Leverage knowledge of standard of care and company/investigator sponsored clinical trials and competitor landscape to facilitate external‑internal research communication.
• Respond to unsolicited scientific inquiries of Health Care Providers (HCPs)/investigators/health care systems/academic medical centers and treatment team members integrating scientific data including real‑world evidence into real life practice to meet customer needs.
• Deliver scientific presentations to formulary committees and other key healthcare decision makers (HCDMs), communicating the health economic model and supporting clinical data, and serve as the primary field‑based resource to address questions related to these insights.
• Demonstrate strong expertise in health economic model design and effectively communicate complex concepts in a clear, accessible manner to diverse HCDM audiences.
• Maintain deep knowledge of cost‑effectiveness models and budget impact models to support informed decision‑making and value discussions.

Additional responsibilities include

• Plan and execute medical strategy and engagement for appropriate assigned customer.
• Communicate clinical and scientific data to KOLs and healthcare professionals through presentations, educational programs, and scientific discussions.
• Serve as the primary resource to provide support for addressing unsolicited medical questions and other scientific exchange matters.
• Identify, gather, and document field generated scientific insights to drive innovative Medical Affairs strategies while complying with industry and corporate policies and procedures.
• Communicate clinical and scientific data to KOLs and healthcare professionals through presentations, educational programs, and scientific discussions.
• Maintain scientific and clinical knowledge base through continuous learning and awareness of related scientific literature to enable meaningful scientific exchange.
• Collaborate with field based Medical colleagues, appropriate Commercial colleagues, and the broader organization to provide scientific expertise and share Medical insights in support of internal and external activities.
• Leverage knowledge of standard of care and company/investigator sponsored clinical trials and competitor landscape to facilitate external‑internal research communication.
• Respond to unsolicited scientific inquiries of Health Care Providers (HCPs)/investigators/health care systems/academic medical centers and treatment team members integrating scientific data including real‑world evidence into real life practice to meet customer needs.
• Deliver scientific presentations to formulary committees and other key healthcare decision makers (HCDMs), communicating the health economic model and supporting clinical data, and serve as the primary field‑based resource to address questions related to these insights.
• Demonstrate strong expertise in health economic model design and effectively communicate complex concepts in a clear, accessible manner to diverse HCDM audiences.
• Maintain deep knowledge of cost‑effectiveness models and budget impact models to support informed decision‑making and value discussions.

Requirements

• MD, PhD, PharmD, PA, NP, or equivalent degree highly preferred.
• 2+ years of industry experience as a Medical Science Liaison required.
• Clinical or related practical experiences in GI/Liver preferred.
• Strong scientific & clinical acumen.
• Ability to quickly understand & translate complex scientific data & realize the potential impact of that data on clinical practice & potential research needs.
• Experience in Managed Care/PBM, HEOR activities, or strong knowledge of P&T committee processes.
• Ability to travel up to 60%, overnights and weekends may be required, and possess a valid driver’s license to drive to assigned healthcare accounts, unless otherwise specified.

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $200,000-$220,000. The base salary range represents the anticipated low and high of the Syneos Health range for this position. Actual salary will vary based on various factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role. In addition, some positions may include a company car or car allowance and eligibility to earn commissions/bonus based on company and/or individual performance.

The benefits for this position will include a competitive compensation package, Health benefits to include Medical, Dental and Vision, Company match 401k, flexible paid time off (PTO) and sick time. Because certain states and municipalities have regulated paid sick time requirements, eligibility for paid sick time may vary depending on where you work.

Syneos Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, marital status, ethnicity, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status and will not be discriminated against.