Medical Science Liaison - Immunology

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus potential

Company car

Travel expenses

Benefits package

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an accomplished Medical Science Liaison (MSL) with Immunology expertise to engage KOLs and healthcare professionals in the Polokwane region. The role bridges scientific research and clinical practice, disseminating complex data and supporting IITs in a hybrid field/remote setup.

The ideal candidate holds an advanced scientific degree and at least 3 years of MSL or medical affairs experience, with a strong immunology background and proven communication skills for

Qualifications

• 3+ years as an MSL or in medical affairs role.
• Advanced scientific degree (PhD/MD/PharmD).
• Deep understanding of immunology and related diseases.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain relationships with KOLs and investigators.
• Present complex data on immunology and therapeutic areas.
• Gather insights on treatment patterns and unmet needs.
• Support IIT planning and execution.
• Serve as scientific resource to medical affairs and R&D.
• Attend and present at medical congresses and symposia.

Skills

MSL experience

Immunology know-how

Clinical research

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Education

PhD/MD/PharmD/equivalent

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an accomplished Medical Science Liaison (MSL) with expertise in Immunology to engage with key opinion leaders (KOLs) and healthcare professionals in the Polokwane region. This role serves as a crucial scientific bridge between our client's innovative research and the medical community. You will be responsible for disseminating complex scientific information, gathering insights from medical experts, and supporting clinical research initiatives. This position is ideal for a highly knowledgeable professional passionate about advancing medical understanding and patient care in Polokwane and its surrounding areas, utilizing a hybrid approach to fieldwork and remote engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with KOLs, researchers, and clinical investigators in the immunology field.
• Present complex scientific and clinical data on therapeutic areas and products accurately and effectively.
• Gather insights on treatment patterns, unmet medical needs, and competitive intelligence from the medical community.
• Support the planning and execution of Investigator-Initiated Trials (IITs) and clinical research activities.
• Act as a scientific resource to internal medical affairs and R&D teams.
• Attend and present at relevant medical congresses and symposia.

Requirements

• Advanced scientific degree (Ph.D., Pharm.D., M.D., D.V.M., or equivalent).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as an MSL or in a similar medical affairs role, preferably in Immunology or a related specialty.
• Deep understanding of immunology, inflammatory diseases, and relevant therapeutic areas.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with key medical experts.
• Willingness to travel extensively within the assigned territory of Polokwane and surrounding regions, combined with effective remote work capabilities.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and significant bonus potential.
• Company car, travel expenses, and comprehensive benefits package.
• Generous retirement plan and paid time off.
• Support for professional development, conference attendance, and ongoing education.
• Opportunity to shape medical strategy in a critical therapeutic area.