Medical Science Liaison (MSL)

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Medical Science Liaison to represent its pharmaceutical portfolio in the Soweto region. This field-based role requires extensive travel and direct engagement with the medical community to advance therapeutic understanding and patient care.

You will serve as the primary scientific expert, build relationships with healthcare professionals, discuss data, support research initiatives, and relay clinical insights to internal teams while ensuring compliance with

Qualifications

• Must hold an advanced degree (MD, PharmD, Ph.D.) in a life science or medical field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience as an MSL or in a related medical affairs role in pharma.
• Strong understanding of the therapeutic area and clinical practice relevant to the portfolio.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with scientific and medical experts.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively within the assigned territory.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary scientific and clinical expert for assigned products within Soweto.
• Engage with KOLs, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to discuss data, unmet needs, and research opportunities.
• Present complex clinical trial data and scientific information clearly.
• Identify and support investigators for clinical trials and research studies.
• Gather and relay clinical insights, competitive intelligence, and market feedback to internal teams.
• Ensure all interactions comply with company policies and regulations.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Relationship building

Willingness to travel

Education

MD, PharmD, Ph.D.

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and scientifically adept Medical Science Liaison (MSL) to represent their innovative pharmaceutical portfolio within the Soweto region. As an MSL, you will be the key scientific expert, building strong relationships with healthcare professionals, key opinion leaders (KOLs), and research institutions. Your role will involve sharing complex scientific and clinical data, supporting research initiatives, and gathering insights to inform medical strategy. This is a field-based role requiring significant travel and direct engagement with the medical community, playing a vital part in advancing therapeutic understanding and patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary scientific and clinical expert for assigned pharmaceutical products within a defined territory.
• Engage with KOLs, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to discuss scientific and clinical data, unmet medical needs, and research opportunities.
• Present complex clinical trial data and scientific information in a clear and accurate manner.
• Identify and support potential investigators for clinical trials and research studies.
• Gather and relay relevant clinical insights, competitive intelligence, and market feedback to internal medical and commercial teams.
• Ensure all interactions and activities are conducted in compliance with company policies and relevant industry regulations.

Requirements

• Advanced degree (MD, PharmD, Ph.D.) in a relevant life science or medical field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as an MSL or in a related medical affairs role within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Strong understanding of the therapeutic area and clinical practice relevant to the product portfolio.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships with scientific and medical experts.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively within the assigned territory.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and a generous bonus structure.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
• Travel allowances and expenses fully covered.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and development in medical affairs.
• A collaborative and scientifically driven organizational culture.