Senior Agronomist - Hybrid: Drive Yields & Sustainability

Placements24; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

IQVIA in Johannesburg, South Africa, is seeking a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) for a 12‑month fixed‑term contract. You will develop relationships with KOLs, HCPs, and academic institutions and drive therapeutic area engagement.

The role requires a life sciences advanced degree and at least 2 years in Medical Affairs, with Oncology/Haematology exposure preferred and GI knowledge advantageous. Travel locally and internationally as required.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree, PharmD, PhD, or equivalent advanced scientific or clinical qualification in Life Sciences.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in Medical Affairs within pharma/healthcare/biotech/academic environments.
• Experience in Oncology/Haematology preferred; GI knowledge advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with KOLs, HCPs, academic institutions and other stakeholders.
• Execute therapeutic area‑specific medical engagement plans aligned with medical strategies.
• Conduct scientific discussions and provide fair, balanced, evidence‑based medical information.
• Respond to unsolicited medical information requests from healthcare professionals.
• Deliver scientific presentations and educational sessions on disease states and approved product indications.
• Represent the medical team at scientific meetings, congresses and industry events.

Skills

Scientific knowledge

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic thinking

Analytical thinking

Project management

Time management

Cross-functional collaboration

Business acumen

Commercial awareness

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Advanced life sciences degree

Job description

Medical Science Liaison (MSL) – 12‑Month Fixed‑Term Contract

Location: Johannesburg, South Africa

Contract: 12‑month fixed‑term contract

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with KOLs, healthcare professionals, academic institutions, and other key stakeholders.
• Execute therapeutic area‑specific medical engagement plans aligned with broader medical strategies.
• Conduct scientific discussions and provide fair, balanced, and evidence‑based medical information.
• Respond to unsolicited medical information requests from healthcare professionals.
• Deliver scientific presentations and educational sessions on disease states and approved product indications.
• Represent the medical team at scientific meetings, congresses, and industry events.

• Master's Degree, PharmD, PhD, or equivalent advanced scientific or clinical qualification in a Life Sciences discipline.
• Strong scientific knowledge and ability to interpret clinical trial data and medical literature.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in Medical Affairs within the pharmaceutical, healthcare, biotechnology, or academic environment.
• Experience within Oncology, Haematology, or related therapeutic areas preferential.
• Strong knowledge and experience of the Gastrointestinal (GI) therapeutic area advantageous.
• Proven ability to engage effectively with healthcare professionals and key opinion leaders.

• Scientific and clinical expertise.
• Relationship‑building and stakeholder engagement.
• Strategic and analytical thinking.
• Strong project and time management skills.
• Cross‑functional collaboration.
• Adaptability and resilience.
• Business acumen and commercial awareness.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Valid South African driver's licence.
• Own reliable vehicle available for business travel.
• Ability to work both in the office and in the field.
• Willingness to travel locally and occasionally internationally as required.

EEO Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates who are passionate about science, healthcare innovation, and stakeholder engagement.

**Recruiting Company**: IQVIA