Remote Medical Science Liaison — SA Healthcare Impact

Placements24; Willows (CA); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Company car allowance

Generous travel budget

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Medical Science Liaison to engage key opinion leaders and healthcare professionals across South Africa. You will serve as the scientific expert for designated therapeutic areas, disseminating data and gathering insights to support medical strategy.

The ideal candidate holds an advanced life sciences degree (Ph.D., M.D., Pharm.D.) and has 3–5 years of MSL or medical affairs experience, with strong communication skills and regulatory awareness.

Qualifications

• Advanced life science degree (Ph.D., M.D., or Pharm.D.) or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of experience as an MSL or in a similar role (e.g., Medical Affairs, Clinical Research).
• In-depth knowledge of therapeutic areas and current treatment guidelines.
• Proven ability to engage with KOLs and present complex scientific information.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong understanding of regulatory and compliance guidelines within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Ability to work remotely with a dedicated home office setup and travel ~50–70%.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with KOLs, investigators, and other healthcare professionals in assigned therapeutic areas.
• Present complex scientific and clinical data on our client's products clearly and objectively.
• Gather insights on disease states, treatment landscapes, and unmet medical needs from KOL interactions.
• Respond to unsolicited medical information requests from healthcare professionals.
• Identify and support potential clinical trial sites and investigators.
• Collaborate with internal medical, clinical, and commercial teams to ensure aligned medical strategies.
• Represent the company at scientific conferences, symposia, and advisory boards.
• Stay current with the latest scientific literature and clinical developments in assigned therapeutic areas.

Skills

KOL engagement

Scientific communication

Clinical research

Presentation skills

Remote work

Travel readiness

Education

Ph.D., M.D., Pharm.D., or equivalent

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Medical Science Liaison to engage key opinion leaders and healthcare professionals across South Africa. You will serve as the scientific expert for designated therapeutic areas, disseminating data and gathering insights to support medical strategy.

The ideal candidate holds an advanced life sciences degree (Ph.D., M.D., Pharm.D.) and has 3–5 years of MSL or medical affairs experience, with strong communication skills and regulatory awareness.