Senior Medical Science Liaison (MSL) - Oncology

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

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Travel expense reimbursement

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Development funding

Remote work flexibility

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Medical Science Liaison (MSL) to cover the Upington, Northern Cape territory. This remote role involves engaging with key opinion leaders, healthcare professionals, and researchers in oncology to disseminate complex clinical information and support scientific advancement while travelling extensively within the region.

The ideal candidate holds an advanced scientific degree (PharmD, PhD, or MD) with at least 5 years of MSL experience in oncology,

Qualifications

• Advanced scientific degree in life sciences (PharmD/PhD/MD) required.
• Minimum 5 years of MSL experience in oncology preferred.
• Proven ability to engage with KOLs and convey complex data clearly.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain scientific relationships with KOLs, oncologists, researchers and HCPs.
• Present complex clinical data and disease state education on products.
• Respond to unsolicited medical information requests from healthcare professionals.
• Gather insights on treatment practices and communicate to internal teams.
• Support clinical trials, including site identification and recruitment.
• Deliver scientific presentations at congresses and meetings.
• Collaborate with medical affairs, development and commercial teams.
• Ensure compliance with policies and regulatory requirements.

Skills

KOL engagement

Oncology knowledge

Presentation skills

Scientific communication

Independent work

Education

Advanced scientific degree (PharmD/PhD/MD)

Job description

About the Role Our client, a leading global biopharmaceutical company, is seeking an experienced and highly credible Senior Medical Science Liaison (MSL) to cover the Upington, Northern Cape territory. This crucial role involves engaging with key opinion leaders (KOLs), healthcare professionals (HCPs), and researchers in the oncology field to disseminate complex scientific and clinical information about our client's innovative therapies. The Senior MSL will act as a vital link between the company and the medical community, gathering insights and fostering collaborative research. This is a remote position, requiring extensive travel within the designated territory, offering significant autonomy and the opportunity to make a substantial impact on patient care and scientific advancement in oncology.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong scientific relationships with KOLs, oncologists, researchers, and other HCPs in the territory.
• Present complex clinical data, scientific information, and disease state education on company products.
• Respond to unsolicited medical information requests from healthcare professionals.
• Gather field insights on treatment practices, unmet medical needs, and competitive intelligence, relaying this information to internal teams.
• Support clinical trial activities, including site identification, investigator support, and patient recruitment.
• Develop and deliver scientific presentations at medical congresses and local medical meetings.
• Collaborate with internal medical affairs, clinical development, and commercial teams.
• Ensure all activities are conducted in compliance with company policies, industry codes, and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Advanced scientific degree (PharmD, PhD, MD, or equivalent) in a life science or healthcare-related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Medical Science Liaison, preferably in the oncology therapeutic area.
• Deep understanding of oncology, including disease pathophysiology, treatment paradigms, and clinical trial methodologies.
• Proven ability to engage effectively with KOLs and communicate complex scientific information clearly and concisely.
• Excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and travel extensively within the assigned territory in and around Upington, Northern Cape .
• Proficiency in scientific literature research and data interpretation.
• Strong ethical conduct and understanding of regulatory compliance in the pharmaceutical industry.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Company car and comprehensive travel expense reimbursement.
• Executive-level health, life, and disability insurance.
• Generous retirement savings plan.
• Professional development funding and conference attendance.
• Remote work flexibility with extensive travel.