Medical Science Liaison (MSL) / Senior Medical Science Liaison (Sr. MSL), Oncology - CO, KS and MO

Eisai US

2d • $165,300 - $216,900 • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) / Senior Medical Science Liaison (Sr. MSL) is a field-facing representative of US Medical Affairs who exchanges scientific data and medical or scientific information with external customers, including healthcare providers, researchers, professional organization leaders, and population-based decision makers. The role requires understanding customers’ needs, issues, and priorities in relation to Eisai’s strategic business plan, and bringing field insights on research developments, treatment landscapes, and new concepts in medical treatment to the organization. The MSL/Sr. MSL also contributes through leadership, mentoring, special projects, and strategic planning.

The position serves as a primary clinical and scientific resource for healthcare providers in the assigned territory, supports scientific exchange with key opinion leaders, presents clinical, scientific, and economic information, and relays insights to Medical Affairs. It also supports investigator-initiated studies and company-sponsored research, professional organizations, and congress activities. The role is field-based, requires a home-based office, and involves frequent business travel of approximately 60%, including possible overnight and occasional weekend travel. Regular in-person engagement with healthcare providers and other third parties is an essential function; third-party credentialing or vaccination requirements may apply, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

• Advanced terminal doctorate in medical or health sciences, such as MD, PhD, PharmD, DPH, or EdD.
• For MSL: 0–3 years of experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry, clinical pharmacy, research, or a related scientific or clinical setting; MSL experience is preferred.
• For Senior MSL: at least 3 years of MSL experience in Oncology/Hematology.
• Strong broad-based scientific and pharmaceutical knowledge.
• Knowledge of treatment guidelines, clinical research processes, FDA regulations, and OIG guidelines.
• Ability to communicate confidently and accurately across multiple disease states and knowledge or experience in Eisai’s desired therapeutic areas.
• Established relationships with oncology/hematology key opinion leaders and knowledge of relevant institutions.
• Excellent presentation, teaching, written communication, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to assess issues, think strategically, work cross-functionally, and manage changing priorities.
• Ability to work independently while following Medical Affairs strategic direction.
• Ability and interest in coaching and mentoring less experienced MSLs and leading team members without direct reporting authority.
• Ability to lead and participate in projects while balancing project responsibilities with field work.
• Ability to analyze complex situations, identify opportunities or issues, and solve problems across functional boundaries.
• Commitment to teamwork and compliance with Medical Affairs and Eisai policies, systems, and practices.
• Computer skills, including word processing, presentation materials, and spreadsheets.
• Understanding of the pharmaceutical corporate environment and commercial operations, including marketing and sales strategies.
• Ability to travel frequently, approximately 60% of the time, including air travel, overnight travel, and occasional weekends.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to establish and maintain a home-based office.
• Ability to engage in person with healthcare providers and other third parties at their offices, institutions, and other appropriate locations on a regular basis; selected applicants may need to satisfy third-party credentialing or entry requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Clinical trial development and drug launch experience.
• For MSL candidates, prior experience as an MSL is preferred.
• Knowledge and experience in Eisai’s desired therapeutic areas.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary clinical and scientific resource to healthcare providers in the territory for disease-state and Eisai product information.
• Communicate accurate, current clinical, scientific, and medical information between key opinion leaders or investigators and Eisai Medical Affairs and development groups.
• Establish and maintain peer relationships with key opinion leaders in relevant therapeutic areas and participate in scientific exchanges with them.
• Present clinical, scientific, and economic data on Eisai products and relevant therapeutic areas to population-based decision makers when requested.
• Support assigned professional congresses and, when assigned, lead congress coverage efforts and coordinate MSL activities.
• Identify and report scientific, clinical, and research insights from key opinion leaders to Medical Affairs.
• Develop, implement, and present territory plans that support Medical Affairs strategic direction.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of disease states, study methodology, clinical information, and product data, and execute approved medical platforms, strategies, and MSL initiatives.
• Serve as a scientific subject-matter resource to Eisai commercial personnel when requested.
• Teach, coach, and mentor less experienced MSLs; assist with supervision and performance evaluation; and take responsibility for special projects and strategic contributions.
• Facilitate review and follow-up of investigator-initiated study submissions and assist with Eisai-sponsored trials.
• Serve as the primary external contact for investigators submitting investigator-initiated studies; provide recommendations for site selection and scientific expertise for company-sponsored post-marketing studies as applicable.
• Lead field medical efforts supporting Eisai’s collaboration and interactions with professional organizations, societies, and advocacy groups as required.
• Travel frequently for field activities, including air and overnight travel and occasional weekend travel.

Benefits

• Eligibility to participate in the Eisai Inc. Annual Incentive Plan and Eisai Inc. Long Term Incentive Plan.
• Eligibility to participate in company employee benefit programs; additional information is available through Eisai’s compensation and benefits resource.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree