Medical Science Liaison /Senior Medical Science Liaison – Specialty - Northeast Region

Sumitomo Pharma•Marlborough, MA

2d•Remote

About The Position

Sumitomo Pharma America is seeking an experienced, highly motivated Medical Science Liaison (MSL) to integrate scientific expertise with medical strategies in support of its marketed and emerging product portfolio. The role primarily develops peer-to-peer scientific relationships with key opinion leaders and regional clinicians of influence in Urology and Women’s Health. It covers the Northeast region, including eastern Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts, and is remote within the U.S. The position is posted at multiple levels; final title and compensation depend on the candidate’s qualifications and experience. The MSL serves as a primary scientific contact, exchanges scientific and technical information, educates healthcare professionals on research and development initiatives, and gathers medical insights to inform clinical and marketing strategies. The role also supports investigator-sponsored study discussions, internal education and training, scientific meeting participation, and field medical projects. It involves extensive domestic travel, estimated at 60–80% of working time, with occasional overnight stays and flexible scheduling. Periodic on-site office meetings may occur, and domestic and international travel may be needed. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field. An advanced degree (NP, PA, MD, PharmD, or PhD) is strongly preferred. Candidates without an advanced degree must have at least five years of MSL experience and six to ten years of overall related experience. The role requires five or more years of relevant scientific or clinical experience in Urology and/or Women’s Health. Compensation listed is $162,800–$203,500 for MSL and $179,300–$224,100 for Senior MSL; the posting also states a base salary range of $162,800–$203,500. Total rewards include potential merit-based increases, short incentive plan participation, a 401(k), insurance coverage, and paid time off. This is independent, field-based work in a fast-paced environment that requires initiative, judgment, strong communication, and the ability to manage competing demands. The employee must be able to use a personal computer for extended periods, travel throughout the territory, and lift and carry materials weighing up to 20 pounds. Employees must maintain compliance with applicable regulatory, legal, and operational requirements and protect confidential information.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Five or more years of relevant scientific or clinical experience in Urology and/or Women’s Health.
Candidates without an advanced degree must have at least five years of MSL experience and six to ten years of overall related experience.
Strong project leadership and time-management skills.
Ability to build trust and maintain relationships with thought leaders.
Excellent communication and diplomacy skills.
Understanding of drug development and the product lifecycle.
Ability to translate customer needs into actionable insights.
Commitment to continuous improvement and high performance.
Collaborative approach to cross-functional engagement and partnership with internal stakeholders and external healthcare professionals.
Ability to adapt to evolving therapeutic landscapes, scientific data, and organizational priorities.
Ability to manage responsibilities independently, stay current with scientific developments, and drive personal growth and performance.
Ability to travel extensively, estimated at 60–80% of working time, including overnight travel as needed.
Ability to lift and carry supplies weighing up to 20 pounds.
Ability to use a personal computer for extended periods.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Ability to exercise appropriate judgment and manage multiple demands in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree (NP, PA, MD, PharmD, or PhD).
Clinical experience or strong scientific research background in Women’s Health and/or Urology; experience in Endometriosis, OAB/BPH, Prostate Cancer, or Uterine Fibroids is preferred.
MSL experience or relationships with healthcare professionals within the assigned geography.
For higher-level consideration: five or more years of experience in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry.
For higher-level consideration: three or more years of MSL experience in Urology/Women’s Health.

Responsibilities

Identify and engage national, regional, and local Urology and Women’s Health thought leaders and healthcare professionals.
Serve as the primary scientific contact and build long-term peer-to-peer scientific relationships.
Exchange scientific and technical information relevant to the company’s development portfolio.
Support relationships between key opinion leaders and internal product teams.
Educate priority healthcare professionals on research and development initiatives.
Gather medical insights to inform clinical and marketing strategies.
Provide an overview of company areas of interest for investigator-sponsored studies.
Contribute to internal educational activities and training.
Represent the company at Women’s Health and Urology conferences and scientific meetings.
Lead relevant projects within the field medical organization.
Maintain compliance with applicable regulatory, legal, and operational rules and procedures, and protect confidential information.