Be at the heart of actionFly remote-controlled drones into enemy territory to gather vital information.

Apply Now

Medical Science Liaison

Morgan Prestwich - Life Science & Healthcare Executive Search
Birmingham
9 months ago
Applications closed

Related Jobs

View all jobs

Head of strategic research development

Technical Project Manager

Medical Devices clinical safety

Senior Medical Writer

Medical Evaluator

Quality Engineer

Job Title:Medical Science Liaison (MSL) – Gastroenterology/Hepatology (Midlands, England)

Location:Midlands, England (Field-based)


About the Company:Our client is a prominent biopharmaceutical company focused on pioneering treatments in gastroenterology, hepatology, and diabetology. Their mission is to enhance patient outcomes by delivering innovative therapies while fostering scientific relationships with healthcare professionals and researchers.


About the Role:We are looking for a motivated and experienced Medical Science Liaison (MSL) to join the Medical Affairs team in the Midlands, England. The MSL will be a key scientific resource, engaging with healthcare professionals (HCPs), key opinion leaders (KOLs), and other stakeholders to provide scientific insights and support the launch and ongoing success of the company’s asset.


Responsibilities:

  • Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with KOLs, HCPs, and scientific leaders in the gastroenterology, hepatology, or diabetology therapeutic areas.
  • Provide scientific and clinical support to both internal teams and external stakeholders, ensuring the accurate and effective dissemination of medical and product-related information.
  • Serve as an expert in the relevant therapeutic areas, sharing the latest scientific and medical insights.
  • Lead scientific presentations and discussions at medical meetings, advisory boards, and conferences.
  • Gather and analyze insights from HCPs to inform internal strategy and contribute to better patient care.
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams, including Medical Affairs, Commercial, Regulatory, and Market Access, to ensure alignment on scientific and strategic initiatives.
  • Ensure all activities comply with industry regulations, company policies, and ethical standards.
  • Provide support for advisory boards and other key scientific forums, gathering insights and contributing to strategy development.


Qualifications:

  • Advanced scientific degree (MD, PhD, or PharmD) is required.
  • 3-5 years of experience as an MSL is necessary.
  • Experience or expertise in gastroenterology, hepatology, or diabetology is highly preferred.
  • Prior experience in a pharmaceutical or biotech company is essential.
  • Strong experience in engaging with HCPs, KOLs, and scientific communities.
  • Ability to effectively interpret and communicate complex scientific data.
  • A self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Willingness to travel regionally within the Midlands and attend relevant medical congresses and meetings.


Location:This is a field-based position based in the Midlands, England, with regional travel required.

Subscribe to Future Tech Insights for the latest jobs & insights, direct to your inbox.

By subscribing, you agree to our privacy policy and terms of service.

Industry Insights

Discover insightful articles, industry insights, expert tips, and curated resources.

Jobs

Biotechnology Hiring Trends 2026: What to Watch Out For (For Job Seekers & Recruiters)

As we move into 2026, the biotechnology jobs market in the UK is going through rapid change. Funding cycles are tighter, some organisations are restructuring or consolidating, & yet demand for specialist biotech skills remains strong – particularly in areas like cell & gene therapy, bioprocessing, mRNA platforms, bioinformatics & regulatory affairs. New therapies are coming through the pipeline, advanced manufacturing facilities are scaling up, & digital tools are transforming lab & clinical workflows. At the same time, some roles are being automated, outsourcing patterns are shifting, & hiring standards are rising. Whether you are a biotech job seeker planning your next move, or a recruiter trying to build teams in a complex market, understanding the key biotechnology hiring trends for 2026 will help you stay ahead.

Jobs

Biotechnology Recruitment Trends 2025 (UK): What Job Seekers Must Know About Today’s Hiring Process

Summary: UK biotechnology hiring has shifted from title-led CV screens to capability-driven assessments that emphasise validated lab results, documentation, GxP/QA/RA awareness, data literacy, digital biology tools & measurable impact from bench to bedside. This guide explains what’s changed, what to expect in interviews & how to prepare—especially for wet-lab scientists, bioprocess/CMC engineers, QC/QA specialists, RA/clinical professionals, bioinformatics/data scientists & platform engineers. Who this is for: Biologists, biochemists, biotechnologists, cell & gene therapy scientists, upstream/downstream processing engineers, QA/QC analysts, validation engineers, regulatory affairs specialists, clinical trial professionals, bioinformaticians, data scientists & biotech product/operations managers targeting roles in the UK.

Jobs

Why Biotechnology Careers in the UK Are Becoming More Multidisciplinary

Biotechnology once meant pipettes, lab benches & research reports. But in today’s UK job market, biotech careers are no longer confined to wet labs or sequencing centres. As the sector expands into gene therapies, synthetic biology, personalised medicine, agricultural biotech, and bioinformatics, professionals are expected to integrate not just biology & chemistry, but also law, ethics, psychology, linguistics & design. This change reflects a broader truth: biotechnology doesn’t happen in isolation. It impacts people’s health, the environment, food supply & society at large. That means careers in biotech now require more than scientific knowledge — they demand legal awareness, ethical reasoning, patient empathy, clear communication, and user-centred design. In this article, we’ll explore why biotech careers in the UK are becoming multidisciplinary, how law, ethics, psychology, linguistics & design are shaping job descriptions, and what job-seekers & employers need to do to succeed in this transformed landscape.

🍪 We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience on our website. By continuing to use this site, you consent to the use of cookies as described in our Cookie Policy. You can review our Cookie Policy for more information.