Remote Medical Science Liaison (MSL) - Oncology

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Medical Science Liaison (MSL) to cover the Gauteng region. This fully remote, field-based role requires extensive travel within the territory and focuses on engaging oncology KOLs with scientific data and clinical insights.

The ideal candidate holds an MD/PhD/PharmD and has 5+ years in an MSL role, with strong presentation and communication skills to support medical affairs initiatives.

Qualifications

• MD/PhD/PharmD or equivalent advanced scientific degree.
• Minimum of 5 years in an MSL role, oncology preferred.
• Ability to travel up to 70% within territory.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Engage with oncology KOLs and healthcare professionals to discuss clinical data and therapeutic strategies.
• Provide scientific and medical education on oncology products and disease states.
• Gather and communicate clinical insights and competitive intelligence from the field.
• Support medical affairs activities including advisory boards and IIS.
• Serve as a primary scientific liaison for KOLs and build long-term relationships.
• Present complex data clearly and impartially; ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

KOL engagement

Scientific communication

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Education

MD/PhD/PharmD in life sciences

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a top-tier pharmaceutical company at the forefront of oncology research, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Remote Medical Science Liaison (MSL) to cover the Gauteng region. This is a remote, field-based role that requires extensive travel within the assigned territory. The MSL will serve as a key scientific expert, building strong relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) in the oncology field. The primary responsibility is to communicate complex scientific and clinical information regarding our client's oncology portfolio, gather insights from healthcare professionals, and support the strategic objectives of the medical affairs department. This role is crucial for bridging the gap between the company's scientific expertise and the clinical community.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage with oncology Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and healthcare professionals to discuss clinical data, scientific advancements, and therapeutic strategies.
• Provide scientific and medical education on assigned oncology products and disease states.
• Gather and communicate clinical insights, unmet medical needs, and competitive intelligence from the field back to internal teams.
• Support the planning and execution of medical affairs activities, including advisory boards and investigator-initiated studies (IIS).
• Serve as a primary scientific point of contact for KOLs, building trust and fostering long-term professional relationships.
• Present complex scientific data in a clear, accurate, and unbiased manner.
• Ensure compliance with all industry regulations, ethical standards, and company policies.
• Collaborate with internal medical, clinical development, and commercial teams to ensure alignment of strategies.
• Identify opportunities for research collaborations and support investigator-initiated studies.
• Stay current with the latest scientific literature, clinical trial data, and trends in oncology.

Requirements

• Advanced scientific degree (MD, PharmD, PhD) in a life science discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a medical science liaison role, preferably within the oncology therapeutic area.
• Deep understanding of oncology disease states, treatment paradigms, and clinical trial methodologies.
• Proven ability to engage effectively with Key Opinion Leaders and build strong professional relationships.
• Exceptional presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and present complex scientific and clinical data.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively (up to 70%) within the assigned territory.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and organize a remote work schedule.
• Understanding of regulatory and compliance guidelines in the pharmaceutical industry.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive compensation package, including an attractive base salary, performance-based bonuses, comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, vision insurance, and a generous retirement plan.
• Significant opportunities for professional development and continued education are provided.
• This fully remote position allows for a flexible work schedule and the ability to manage your territory effectively from a home office, centered around Randburg, Gauteng and surrounding regions.
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