EPM Scientific · 3 days ago
Medical Science Liaison (Midwest)
Chicago, IL, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$195K/yr - $240K/yr
3+ years expEPM Scientific is partnered with a rapidly growing, commercial-stage oncology biopharmaceutical company seeking a Medical Science Liaison. This field-based role is critical for advancing scientific exchange and supporting research collaborations in oncology, while building relationships with healthcare providers and investigators across a large U.S. territory.
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Responsibilities
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
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
Qualification
Required
Advanced clinical or scientific degree required (PharmD, PhD, MD, or equivalent)
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
Approximately 60-70% domestic travel required due to the size and scope of the assigned territory
Preferred
Prior experience within biotech or pharmaceutical industry strongly preferred
Previous MSL or comparable Medical Affairs experience preferred
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
Benefits
Annual bonus
Equity participation
Competitive benefits package
Company
EPM Scientific
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