Medical Science Liaison

PharmaEssentia

Medical Science Liaison exchanging medical information with healthcare professionals managing myeloproliferative neoplasms at PharmaEssentia, a biopharmaceutical innovator.

Posted 7/21/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois, Iowa • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $165,240 - $238,680 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in hematology, oncology, and blood disorders, with a strong ability to develop relationships with key opinion leaders and provide high-quality medical support. Proficient in project planning, execution, and compliance with regulatory guidelines in the pharmaceutical industry.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Advanced Degree (PhD, PharmD, MD)3+ Years Experience in Field Medical/MSL RoleKnowledge of Hematology and OncologyProject Planning and ExecutionExcellent Writing and Oral Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Scientific Study PlanningClinical Trial ExecutionMedical Literature ReviewAbstract WritingRegulatory ComplianceGCP Guidelines AdherenceData AnalysisCRM ReportingMedical Education DevelopmentCompetitor Activity Monitoring

Soft Skills

Relationship DevelopmentNetworking SkillsCollaborative TeamworkQuality Judgment and Decision MakingInitiative and Problem Solving

Tools & Technologies

Project Management ToolsCRM SoftwarePresentation SoftwareData Analysis ToolsMedical Communication Platforms

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical IndustryMedical AffairsKey Opinion Leaders (KOL)Integrated Delivery Networks (IDNs)Community ClinicsAdvisory Board MeetingsMarket AccessOncologyHematologyBlood Disorders

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Google Cloud Platform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Establish a respectable PharmaEssentia presence in the medical community.
Identify and develop relationships with the medical community, thought leaders, and treatment advocates.
Liaise and support the development of key and regional opinion leaders within a broad customer segmentation (community clinics, integrated delivery networks (IDNs), academic centers, etc.).
Provide high quality medical and scientific support/communications to internal and external customers (e.g., advisory board meetings, regional training courses/workshops together with KOL/ROL, support of speakers with presentations and literature research)
Lead medical education (disease statement, guidelines, and product information upon FDA approval).
Manage studies and ensure that proposals are aligned with medical objectives within PharmaEssentia locally and globally.
Ensure study projects are in line with commercial objectives.
Maintain a high level of scientific and technical expertise in hematology, oncology, and blood disorders.
Develop and increase knowledge of medical literature.
Prepare and present critical reviews of scientific publications and congresses, internally and externally.
Complete necessary documentation in order to ensure knowledge preservation (e.g., CRM reports).
Utilize the necessary tools to develop and follow up on strategic measures (project plans).
Write and ensure timely submission of locally relevant abstracts at congresses.
Provide cross-functional support for Market Access and other Medical Affairs activities.
Monitor competitor activities and marketplace changes.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced Degree Required (PhD, PharmD, or MD)
Experience in the pharmaceutical industry, including 3+ years in a field medical/MSL role
Broad knowledge of general medicine with a focus in hematology, oncology or interferons.
Knowledge in planning and execution of scientific studies and clinical trials
Ability to develop and maintain relationships with key thought-leaders.
Ability to introduce the disease state to the KOL community and articulate complex programs.
Development of product knowledge and knowledge of Company and science
Excellent writing and oral communication skills (including presentations)
Strong networking skills (includes internal teams)
On-time completion of goals with high-quality results
Project planning and execution
Quality of judgment and decision making
Initiative on addressing issues for the team (“roll up your sleeves attitude”)
Ability to maintain collaborative relationships within a dynamic team environment.
Adherence and compliance with all required regulatory and GCP guidelines.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical coverage
Dental and vision coverage
Generous paid time-off
401(k) retirement plan with competitive company match
Medical & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Up to $150 monthly cell phone reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Free parking