Medical Science Liaison; MSL​/Senior Medical Science Liaison; Sr. MSL), Oncology - Texas

Medical Science Liaison (MSL) / Senior Medical Science Liaison (Sr. MSL), Oncology – Texas & Oklahoma – Field-Based

Join us at Eisai US as a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) or Senior Medical Science Liaison (Sr. MSL) in Oncology. In this field-based role, you will build relationships with and demonstrate the clinical outcomes and benefits of our products to healthcare providers, key opinion leaders, and health systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the primary clinical/scientific resource to healthcare providers, ensuring they are informed about disease state and Eisai’s products.
• Serve as a conduit for clinical, scientific and medical information between key opinion leaders (KOLs) and Eisai’s Medical Affairs and development groups.
• Establish, foster, and maintain peer relationships with KOLs in the therapeutic areas of interest.
• Present clinical, scientific, and economic data on Eisai’s products and relevant therapeutic areas to decision-makers.
• Support and lead attendance at professional congresses, coordinating all MSL/Sr. MSL activities.
• Identify and report key scientific, clinical, and research insights from KOLs to Medical Affairs.
• Develop and present plans to support Medical Affairs strategic direction for the assigned territory.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of disease state, study methodology, clinical information, and product data.
• Teach, coach, and mentor new or less experienced MSLs.
• Facilitate review and follow‑up of Investigator‑Initiated Studies and assist with Eisai‑sponsored trials.
• Lead field medical efforts in support of collaboration with professional organizations, societies, and advocacy groups.

Educational Requirements

• Advanced, terminal Doctorate-level (D-level) degree in medical or health sciences (e.g., MD, PhD, Pharm
  
  D, DPH, EdD).

Experience

• 0–3 years for MSL: experience in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry, clinical pharmacy or research, preferably as an MSL.
• Minimum 3 years for Sr. MSL: experience in Oncology/Hematology.
• Strong scientific and pharmaceutical knowledge.
• Clinical trial development and drug launch experience preferred.
• Knowledge of treatment guidelines, clinical research processes, FDA regulations and OIG guidelines required.
• Knowledge and experience within Eisai’s desired therapeutic area(s); strong relationships with key opinion leaders.

Skills & Abilities

• Excellent presentation and teaching skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Strategic thinking and problem solving.
• Cross‑functional collaboration.
• Independent work and project management.
• Coaching and mentoring ability.
• Analytical skills and proactive problem‑identification.
• Compliance with medical affairs policies and procedures.
• Computer skills: word processing, slide production, spreadsheets.
• Valid driver’s license; ability to travel frequently (≈60 % of time), including overnight and weekend travel.
• Domestic and international travel as needed for clinical trial sites, conferences, offices, and hotels.

Salary

• MSL: $144,300 - $189,400 USD annually.
• Sr. MSL: $160,100 - $210,100 USD annually.

Benefits & Incentives

• Participation in Eisai Inc. Annual Incentive Plan and Long‑Term Incentive Plan.
• Eligibility to participate in company employee benefit programs.
• Additional benefits available; discuss with recruiter.

Opportunities for career growth, including leadership roles and strategic planning within Medical Affairs. Eligible for travel and field activities as required.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Eisai is committed to recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting in all job qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or based on reasonable accommodation for disability.

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