Remote Pharma Medical Science Liaison - Western Cape

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Pharmaceutical Medical Science Liaison to cover the Western Cape region. You will serve as a scientific expert, delivering clinical information and engaging with KOLs through virtual interactions and occasional in-person meetings.

You will collaborate with medical affairs, R&D, and commercial teams, support clinical trials, and stay current with scientific developments. A PharmD/PhD/MD and 3–5 years in pharma MSL roles are required.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a relevant field (PharmD/PhD/MD).
• 3–5 years of experience as an MSL or in a medical affairs role within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Strong ability to build relationships with KOLs and healthcare professionals; excellent presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain scientific relationships with KOLs, researchers, and healthcare professionals in the Western Cape region.
• Deliver accurate and comprehensive scientific and clinical information on assigned products.
• Gather insights from KOLs regarding clinical practice, unmet medical needs, and research interests.
• Support clinical trial activities, including site identification and investigator engagement.
• Present scientific data at medical conferences and symposia.
• Respond to unsolicited medical information requests in a compliant, scientifically sound manner.
• Collaborate with internal medical affairs, R&D, and commercial teams to ensure alignment.
• Provide scientific expertise and support for product development and lifecycle management.
• Stay updated on latest scientific advancements, clinical trial data, and competitor activities.

Skills

Relationship building

Scientific communication

Independent work

Education

Advanced degree (PharmD/PhD/MD)

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Pharmaceutical Medical Science Liaison to cover the Western Cape region. You will serve as a scientific expert, delivering clinical information and engaging with KOLs through virtual interactions and occasional in-person meetings.

You will collaborate with medical affairs, R&D, and commercial teams, support clinical trials, and stay current with scientific developments. A PharmD/PhD/MD and 3–5 years in pharma MSL roles are required.