Oncology Medical Science Liaison: Global Scientific Leader

Syneos Health Careers; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 210,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision benefits

401(k) company match

Paid time off and sick time

Job summary

Syneos Health is seeking a Medical Science Liaison to support oncology and related disease areas. You will provide balanced, scientifically rigorous information to Key Opinion Leaders and healthcare professionals, and collaborate with internal teams to advance clinical practice.

You will travel approximately 60% of the time to engage with investigators, patients, and field staff, translating complex data into practical insights that improve patient outcomes and support strategic Medical Affairs

Qualifications

• Advanced scientific degree (MD/PhD/PharmD/NP/PA) required.
• 3+ years of industry experience as a Medical Science Liaison.
• Oncology disease experience strongly preferred.
• Infectious Disease, Immunology, or Rare Disease experience preferred.
• Strong scientific and clinical acumen.
• Willingness to travel ~60% and valid driver's license.
• Commitment to self‑development, collaboration and action‑oriented work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Provide compliant scientific responses to information requests from Key Opinion Leaders and HCPs.
• Serve as medical/science expert to internal and external stakeholders.
• Cultivate scientific relationships with stakeholders and understand clinical practice areas of interest.
• Translate complex data into real-world practice and adapt communication style accordingly.
• Support formulary and engagement plans aligned with Medical Affairs strategies.
• Maintain up-to-date scientific knowledge and literature awareness.

Skills

MSL experience

Oncology knowledge

Scientific communication

Travel readiness

Education

MD/PhD/PharmD/NP/PA

Job description

Syneos Health is seeking a Medical Science Liaison to support oncology and related disease areas. You will provide balanced, scientifically rigorous information to Key Opinion Leaders and healthcare professionals, and collaborate with internal teams to advance clinical practice.

You will travel approximately 60% of the time to engage with investigators, patients, and field staff, translating complex data into practical insights that improve patient outcomes and support strategic Medical Affairs