West Region Oncology MSL Director — Field-Based Leadership

Eisai; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 225,000 - 295,000; Full time

Job summary

Eisai is seeking a senior Medical Science Liaison leader to head MSLs in the West Region, directing field-based teams and collaborating with Medical Affairs and Clinical Development. The role emphasizes strategic field leadership, talent development, and cross-functional coordination to advance the portfolio of oncology and other therapies.

The Associate Director/Director, MSL, Oncology requires advanced scientific credentials and 8+ years in pharma, with travel to conferences and KOLs.

Qualifications

• Advanced scientific terminal degree (MD, PhD, PharmD) with 8+ years in pharma/biotech.
• Experience managing field-based medical teams.
• Proven performance in earlier role.
• Experience managing field-based medical teams directly in a supervisory capacity preferred.
• Practical understanding of FDA, OIG, HIPPA, PhRMA, and other guidelines.
• Oncology experience preferred.
• Travel required for conferences, congresses, team meetings and KOL/HCP interactions.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, direction and management of the MSLs within their region.
• Develop individual talent within the MSL team, including goal setting, providing oversight of activities, coaching, performance assessment, development, and engagement.
• Provide field-level scientific leadership in assigned therapeutic area(s) working collaboratively with home office medical colleagues.
• Collaborate effectively and compliantly with cross-functional and alliance leadership.
• Ensure targets are clearly defined within teams, important information is cascaded well and accountability is driven in the organization

Skills

Leadership

Field-based Medical Teams

Strategic Planning

Communication

Cross-functional Influence

Regulatory Knowledge

Education

MD/PhD/PharmD

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Eisai is seeking a senior Medical Science Liaison leader to head MSLs in the West Region, directing field-based teams and collaborating with Medical Affairs and Clinical Development. The role emphasizes strategic field leadership, talent development, and cross-functional coordination to advance the portfolio of oncology and other therapies.

The Associate Director/Director, MSL, Oncology requires advanced scientific credentials and 8+ years in pharma, with travel to conferences and KOLs.