Director, Medical Science Liaisons – Oncology

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Arizona, +7 more states.

📋 Description

• Develop, guide, coach, and manage a high-performing team of MSLs.

• Contribute to initiatives aligned with GSK’s Medical Strategic Objectives, priorities, and Integrated Scientific Communication Plan.

• Lead, supervise, mentor, and provide timely feedback to MSLs.

• Ensure high levels of engagement, performance, professional development, and effective territory and account management.

• Ensure that direct reports possess clinical and therapeutic expertise, market knowledge, and alignment with brand strategy.

• Recruit, nurture, and retain top-tier talent while fostering a diverse and inclusive organization.

• Establish vision and expectations, manage performance metrics, and promote continuous improvement.

• Develop and align MSL strategies with overarching business objectives.

• Oversee the creation and implementation of medical account plans and the Field Medical Engagement Plan.

• Collaborate across functions to enhance capabilities, partnerships, and outcomes.

• Disseminate relevant and consolidated medical insights throughout the organization.

• Work alongside medical directors, clinical development teams, and commercial partners.

• Represent the MSL team in cross-functional meetings and initiatives.

• Ensure adherence to GSK standards, policies, local codes of practice, guidelines, and legal requirements.

• Collaborate with Commercial leaders and Field Medical Account Liaisons on compliant working practices.

• Represent the function in Medical Matrix Team meetings as necessary.

⛳️ Requirements

• An advanced scientific or clinical degree (e.g., MD, PharmD, PhD, RN, or equivalent).

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology sectors, specifically in Medical Affairs or field medical leadership.

• Proven success in leading, coaching, or developing others in oncology or a related therapeutic area.

• In-depth understanding of oncology clinical landscapes and healthcare environments in the United States.

• Ability to collaborate effectively across medical, clinical, commercial, and access teams.

• Familiarity with customer relationship management tools and digital platforms pertinent to scientific engagement.

• Strong capabilities in data analytics, insight generation, and tracking medical metrics.

• Experience in matrix organizations with proficient stakeholder management.

• Commitment to fostering an inclusive culture that encourages team collaboration and individual development.

• Willingness and capacity to travel up to 50%.

• Preferred: 8+ years of experience in oncology medical science liaison roles or field medical leadership.

• Preferred: Experience in supporting product launches and shaping medical strategies in oncology.

🏝️ Benefits

• Annual bonus.

• Eligibility to participate in a share-based long-term incentive program.

• Health care and insurance benefits for employees and their families.

• Retirement benefits.

• Paid holidays.

• Vacation time.

• Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave.

• Comprehensive US employee benefits program.