Sr. Med Science Liaison

Bayer•Boston, MA

1d•$156,000 - $234,000

About The Position

The Senior Medical Science Liaison (MSL), Oncology, serves as a trusted scientific expert and partner representing Bayer in the medical community. The role disseminates and educates on scientific data related to Bayer products throughout the product lifecycle, builds long-term strategic relationships with healthcare providers and other stakeholders, and supports the safe and effective use of Bayer products. The MSL responds to unsolicited requests for detailed product and disease-state information and supports timely adverse-event reporting. The position requires expertise in relevant therapeutic areas and the healthcare environment, and collaboration with internal business partners and external contacts to address scientific and educational needs. The territory covers New England and Upstate New York. Candidates must be domiciled within the territory, and travel is 50% or more. The MSL works with healthcare providers, thought leaders, research sites, associations, societies, academic centers, and other stakeholders, translating medical strategy into local engagement plans and educational activities. The role also supports research and clinical trials, gathers and communicates stakeholder insights, collaborates with cross-functional teams, and uses data, analytics, and omnichannel platforms to guide customer engagement. The stated salary range is $156,000 to $234,000. Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission, if relevant. Bayer also lists healthcare, vision, dental, retirement, paid time off, and sick leave among its benefits. The posting is available for application until at least August 7, 2026.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree is required.
Experience in a scientific or healthcare clinical setting; pharmaceutical industry experience in Medical Affairs, Sales, Marketing, or Clinical Development; or post-graduate fellowship experience in a hospital or industry setting. Rotations or fellowships do not count toward the stated experience requirements.
MSL experience or equivalent clinical or research experience is required.
Demonstrated project management ability.
Demonstrated expertise in communicating scientific information.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Understanding of clinical-trial design.
Ability to critically evaluate medical literature.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Established ability to build productive relationships internally and externally.
Ability to travel 50% or more and manage a demanding schedule.
Valid driver’s license and eligibility to drive a company car or pooled vehicle; driving record must meet company guidelines, and a motor vehicle record will be reviewed as part of pre-employment screening.

Nice To Haves

Advanced terminal doctorate in medical or health sciences, such as an M.D., Ph.D., Pharm.D., DPH, or Ed.D.; or an advanced degree in Pharmacology, Pharmacy, Medicine, Nursing, or equivalent experience.
Working knowledge of FDA and OIG requirements.
At least 1 year of MSL experience, or 2 years of experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry, or post-graduate fellowship experience in a hospital or industry setting.
Oncology experience.

Responsibilities

Complete core training and MSL and Therapeutic Area certification, maintain therapeutic-area knowledge, pursue continuous learning, and complete recertification where applicable.
Coordinate and lead therapeutic-area updates, team discussions, training initiatives, and journal clubs.
Attend and report on local, regional, and national medical conferences; coordinate team coverage and prepare high-quality meeting reports.
Identify educational gaps and recommend educational resources, content, or initiatives.
Build long-term relationships with thought leaders and other stakeholders through compliant scientific education and engagement.
Plan and conduct proactive engagement with healthcare providers, research sites, associations, societies, and other stakeholders in alignment with medical strategy and engagement plans.
Translate local medical plans into stakeholder engagement strategies and work with cross-functional teams to advance medical strategy.
Use territory plans, key metrics, and medical objectives to guide account and customer engagement.
Support speaker training and evaluation and assess scientific merit in a compliant manner.
Coordinate or support advisory boards and other Bayer programs, and coordinate thought-leader engagement with Franchise Medical Affairs and internal stakeholders.
Deliver educational presentations to external audiences and identify educational opportunities in the assigned area business unit.
Provide timely, accurate, specific, and balanced responses to medical inquiries in collaboration with Medical Communications.
Follow standard operating procedures, FDA guidance, and compliance requirements for scientific information and external contacts.
Prepare and present scientific data to internal Medical Affairs and Commercial audiences.
Support research projects aligned with medical and brand strategy, including investigator-initiated research and research-site identification.
Support Bayer-sponsored clinical trials through stakeholder engagement and, as appropriate, data collection, feasibility and initiation visits, and study support.
Generate, document, and communicate relevant healthcare provider and stakeholder insights to inform and improve tactics and strategy.
Report information on new compound development and potential collaborations when appropriate or requested and consistent with corporate strategy.
Partner strategically and compliantly with territory cross-functional stakeholders, including Area General Managers, Area Business Unit teams, and Field DGOS.
Lead project teams or task forces as appropriate, initiate best-practice discussions, and mentor MSL colleagues as appropriate.
Champion new platforms, systems, and capabilities; train, mentor, and empower the Field Medical team to use new ways of working.
Complete customer activity documentation, training, expense reporting, and other administrative responsibilities accurately, promptly, and compliantly.
Review and interpret interaction analytics and take appropriate actions to carry out stakeholder plans.
Use data, analytics, and evolving country and global platforms to identify engagement opportunities and tailor customer engagement.
Use omnichannel engagement methods to support customer-centered scientific communication and education.
Travel 50% or more and manage a demanding schedule.