Medical Science Liaison Sr. MSL Oncology New England

About Astellas Pharma

Astellas Pharma Inc. is a global pharmaceutical company operating in over 70 countries. They focus on transforming innovative science into medical solutions, addressing unmet needs, and improving patient health ethically and with integrity.

Purpose

The Medical Science Liaison Sr. MSL Oncology New England role involves identifying and evaluating key external experts, engaging in scientific exchange, gathering critical medical insights, and supporting the development of tactical field plans throughout the product lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Deploy tactical field plans and support overall business objectives.
• Coach, mentor, and serve as role model for MSL teams.
• Share and exchange scientific knowledge about products and therapies.
• Engage one-on-one and group discussions with healthcare professionals.
• Maintain up-to-date medical and scientific knowledge while supporting medical education activities.
• Identify future stakeholders and support evidence generation activities.

Required Qualifications

A doctorate in Health-Related Sciences (MD, PhD, PharmD, DNP, DO) is required, along with 3-5 years of scientific/medical experience in the pharmaceutical industry and at least 2-3 years in Medical Affairs. Skills include scientific exchange, medical insights generation, interpersonal relationships, and business-fluent English.

Work Environment & Benefits

This field-based role requires travel and offers benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous PTO, 401(k) match, company-paid life insurance, bonuses, and more.

Key Skills/Competency

Medical Affairs, Oncology, Pharmaceutical, Scientific Exchange, Stakeholder Engagement, Field-Based, Mentorship, Tactical Planning, Evidence Generation, Medical Education.