Job ID: 7702
Job Title: Medical Science Liaison, Oncology (Northeast)
Location: Boston, MA
Kaye/Bassman, one of Forbes’ top-ranked executive search firms, has been partnering with Pharma and Biotech companies for over 35 years. Our Medical Affairs recruiting practice is led by Michael Pietrack, recognized as the #1 Medical Affairs recruiter in the U.S. and host of The Pharmaverse Podcast.
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We have been retained by a well-established biopharmaceutical company to hire a Medical Science Liaison / Senior Medical Science Liaison – Oncology. This is a field-based role supporting a potential first-in-class oncology product in a platform that extends across multiple therapeutic areas. The MSL will play a critical role in thought leader engagement, insight gathering, and advancing scientific exchange.
Territory: Northeast Region (New England and Upstate NY)
Key Responsibilities
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Engage and educate: Build scientific partnerships with gynecologic oncologists and oncology thought leaders, advancing knowledge of innovative science in this space
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Clinical development support: Contribute to company-sponsored trials, investigator-initiated studies, publications, advisory boards, and congresses
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Scientific exchange: Communicate clinical trial data and development strategy while providing education on emerging mechanisms of action in oncology
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Insights and strategy: Capture and share field intelligence to inform internal stakeholders
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Cross-functional collaboration: Partner with Clinical Development, Market Access, Commercial, and Medical Affairs to support broader oncology strategy
Who They’re Looking For
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Advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, MD, MSN, PA, NP)
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5+ years of MSL experience with at least 2 years in oncology
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Strong oncology expertise, including knowledge of therapeutic landscapes, NCCN guidelines, clinical trial data, and cooperative groups
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Excellent communication, collaboration, and project management skills
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Ability to travel approximately 50 to 60 percent
Why This Role
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Impact: Join a respected oncology business unit at a transformative time and support a first-in-class product
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Visibility: Work closely with global thought leaders, oncology associations, and patient advocacy groups
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Growth: Contribute to a high-performing MSL team that has already established strong credibility in the field
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Mission-driven: Be part of advancing science that may improve outcomes for patients with serious diseases
If you are an experienced oncology MSL who thrives on scientific exchange and building strong peer-to-peer partnerships, this is an exceptional opportunity.
