Medical Science Liaison

Company Overview

The hiring client is a fast-expanding global biopharmaceutical organization with a strong focus on specialty therapies and innovation. Its mission is to create a lasting positive impact by improving patient outcomes and quality of life through advanced treatments for unmet medical needs, with a core emphasis on oncology, neuroscience, and rare diseases.

Role Overview

This is an interim opening for a Medical Scientific Liaison focused on rare diseases and liver, covering the Northern Germany territory.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and sustain relationships with national and regional key opinion leaders in a way that aligns with Medical Affairs priorities and broader company strategy.
• Facilitate compliant scientific discussion and education on current and emerging therapies through advisory boards, one-to-one interactions, and congress participation.
• Maintain strong expertise in the clinical, scientific, and therapeutic landscape of rare diseases.
• Represent the organization at continuing medical education activities, medical conferences, scientific meetings, and related programs.
• Collaborate with clinical development to identify and engage suitable trial sites and to recognize disease concepts that may support product differentiation.
• Strengthen the company’s position as a trusted scientific partner through coordinated initiatives, strategic alignment, and clear scientific communication.
• Provide scientific, clinical, and educational assistance to internal stakeholders, including fellow MSL colleagues and cross-functional teams.
• Contribute to medical publication activities when required, including abstracts and manuscripts.
• Support commercial teams through speaker and representative training activities.
• Take part in or lead special projects as needed.
• Work across functions to keep operations patient-centered and respond quickly to internal and external medical questions or case discussions.

Required Qualifications

• An advanced scientific, healthcare, or medical qualification such as PharmD, PhD, or MD is mandatory.
• Background in medical or paramedical practice or research, including hospital-based work, university research, pharmaceutical research, or medical affairs.
• At least 2 years of experience in an MSL role or a closely related position, with a proven record in a previous organization.
• Experience delivering scientific presentations and building relationships with national and international thought leaders.
• Prior experience in rare diseases or liver therapy areas is considered an advantage.
• Strong ability to interpret, summarize, and communicate medical information clearly.
• Knowledge of data analysis, statistics, and relevant legal, regulatory, and compliance requirements.
• Team-oriented mindset with a practical, solution-focused approach and strong communication skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel 60% to 80% depending on the size of the territory.
• Professional fluency in both German and English.

Additional Information

For questions, contact Petra Hoffmann at 0151-17108707.