Medical Science Liaison (Midwest)
EPM Scientific, Chicago, IL, United States
Midwest | Oncology
EPM Scientific is partnered with a rapidly growing, commercial-stage oncology biopharmaceutical company to hire a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) / Senior Medical Science Liaison.
Our client is seeking a field-based scientific expert to support oncology healthcare providers and investigators across a large U.S. territory. This role is critical to advancing scientific exchange, supporting research collaborations, and helping shape Medical Affairs strategy during a key phase of growth for the organization.
The company is focused on the development and commercialization of therapies for solid tumors, including gynecologic oncology, with an expanding pipeline that incorporates targeted, combination-based, and cell- or immune-focused approaches. This opportunity offers the chance to join a high-impact Medical Affairs team and contribute meaningfully to both current and future oncology programs.
Position Summary: The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) serves as a field-based scientific and clinical expert, responsible for building and maintaining collaborative relationships with healthcare providers, investigators, and academic institutions. The MSL provides fair, balanced scientific exchange on investigational and approved therapies, supports research initiatives, and delivers insights to inform medical strategy across the oncology portfolio.
Territory:
IL, MN, MO, IA, ND, SD, NE, and WI Preferred locations:
Chicago, Minneapolis, and St. Louis.
Roles and Responsibilities: MSL
Establishes and maintains strong, collaborative relationships with key investigators, institutions, and oncology thought leaders within assigned territory
Provides accurate, balanced scientific education on disease states and company therapies to healthcare professionals
Enhances organizational visibility through meaningful engagement with current and emerging oncology leaders
Participates in medical education activities, including presentations to appropriate internal and external audiences
Coordinates with clinical sites to ensure appropriate scientific training and education as needed
Identifies clinical research and investigator-initiated study opportunities aligned with company objectives
Serves as the primary regional contact for investigator-initiated research, supporting processes from concept development through publication
Gathers and communicates actionable insights from the medical community to shape research and medical strategy
Maintains high scientific expertise through ongoing education, conference attendance, literature review, and training
Collects competitive intelligence in a compliant manner
Collaborates cross-functionally within Medical Affairs and broader internal teams
Completes required documentation, reports, and administrative activities accurately and on time
Responds to unsolicited medical information requests in collaboration with Medical Information teams
Senior MSL In addition to all MSL responsibilities, the Senior MSL is expected to:
Contribute substantively to publication planning, scientific slide development, training programs, and medical strategy execution
Lead national or cross-functional Medical Affairs initiatives and priority projects
Serve as a lead scientific contact for select external collaborations
Mentor and coach MSLs, particularly new hires
Support Medical Affairs training initiatives and advanced scientific education
Experience, Education, and Skills MSL Qualifications
Advanced clinical or scientific degree required (PharmD, PhD, MD, or equivalent)
Prior experience within biotech or pharmaceutical industry strongly preferred
Previous MSL or comparable Medical Affairs experience preferred
Minimum of 3 years of oncology experience; gynecologic oncology experience highly desirable
Strong understanding of regulatory, compliance, and industry guidelines
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated ability to translate complex scientific data into clear, balanced scientific exchange
Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Proven ability to collaborate across functions and thrive in a team-oriented environment
Demonstrated leadership presence and scientific credibility
Senior MSL Qualifications
Meets all MSL qualifications
Minimum of 5 years of Medical Affairs MSL experience within the pharmaceutical industry
Solid tumor oncology experience strongly preferred
Familiarity with treatment guidelines (e.g., NCCN, ASCO, ESMO), clinical research processes, regulatory requirements, and reimbursement frameworks
Experience engaging with academic centers, cooperative groups, large practices, and payer-related stakeholders
Highly articulate and confident presenter capable of engaging diverse scientific audiences
Travel Requirements
Approximately 60-70% domestic travel required due to the size and scope of the assigned territory
Compensation
$195,000 - $240,000
The listed base salary range represents our current estimate for this role. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including relevant skills and experience, internal equity, education or training, geographic location, and market conditions. In addition to base salary, the role is eligible for an annual bonus, equity participation, and a competitive benefits package.
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Our client is seeking a field-based scientific expert to support oncology healthcare providers and investigators across a large U.S. territory. This role is critical to advancing scientific exchange, supporting research collaborations, and helping shape Medical Affairs strategy during a key phase of growth for the organization.
The company is focused on the development and commercialization of therapies for solid tumors, including gynecologic oncology, with an expanding pipeline that incorporates targeted, combination-based, and cell- or immune-focused approaches. This opportunity offers the chance to join a high-impact Medical Affairs team and contribute meaningfully to both current and future oncology programs.
Position Summary: The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) serves as a field-based scientific and clinical expert, responsible for building and maintaining collaborative relationships with healthcare providers, investigators, and academic institutions. The MSL provides fair, balanced scientific exchange on investigational and approved therapies, supports research initiatives, and delivers insights to inform medical strategy across the oncology portfolio.
Territory:
IL, MN, MO, IA, ND, SD, NE, and WI Preferred locations:
Chicago, Minneapolis, and St. Louis.
Roles and Responsibilities: MSL
Establishes and maintains strong, collaborative relationships with key investigators, institutions, and oncology thought leaders within assigned territory
Provides accurate, balanced scientific education on disease states and company therapies to healthcare professionals
Enhances organizational visibility through meaningful engagement with current and emerging oncology leaders
Participates in medical education activities, including presentations to appropriate internal and external audiences
Coordinates with clinical sites to ensure appropriate scientific training and education as needed
Identifies clinical research and investigator-initiated study opportunities aligned with company objectives
Serves as the primary regional contact for investigator-initiated research, supporting processes from concept development through publication
Gathers and communicates actionable insights from the medical community to shape research and medical strategy
Maintains high scientific expertise through ongoing education, conference attendance, literature review, and training
Collects competitive intelligence in a compliant manner
Collaborates cross-functionally within Medical Affairs and broader internal teams
Completes required documentation, reports, and administrative activities accurately and on time
Responds to unsolicited medical information requests in collaboration with Medical Information teams
Senior MSL In addition to all MSL responsibilities, the Senior MSL is expected to:
Contribute substantively to publication planning, scientific slide development, training programs, and medical strategy execution
Lead national or cross-functional Medical Affairs initiatives and priority projects
Serve as a lead scientific contact for select external collaborations
Mentor and coach MSLs, particularly new hires
Support Medical Affairs training initiatives and advanced scientific education
Experience, Education, and Skills MSL Qualifications
Advanced clinical or scientific degree required (PharmD, PhD, MD, or equivalent)
Prior experience within biotech or pharmaceutical industry strongly preferred
Previous MSL or comparable Medical Affairs experience preferred
Minimum of 3 years of oncology experience; gynecologic oncology experience highly desirable
Strong understanding of regulatory, compliance, and industry guidelines
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated ability to translate complex scientific data into clear, balanced scientific exchange
Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Proven ability to collaborate across functions and thrive in a team-oriented environment
Demonstrated leadership presence and scientific credibility
Senior MSL Qualifications
Meets all MSL qualifications
Minimum of 5 years of Medical Affairs MSL experience within the pharmaceutical industry
Solid tumor oncology experience strongly preferred
Familiarity with treatment guidelines (e.g., NCCN, ASCO, ESMO), clinical research processes, regulatory requirements, and reimbursement frameworks
Experience engaging with academic centers, cooperative groups, large practices, and payer-related stakeholders
Highly articulate and confident presenter capable of engaging diverse scientific audiences
Travel Requirements
Approximately 60-70% domestic travel required due to the size and scope of the assigned territory
Compensation
$195,000 - $240,000
The listed base salary range represents our current estimate for this role. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including relevant skills and experience, internal equity, education or training, geographic location, and market conditions. In addition to base salary, the role is eligible for an annual bonus, equity participation, and a competitive benefits package.
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