Medical Scientific Liaison (MSL) – Panama

About the role

The Medical Scientific Liaison (MSL) is a field‑based medical professional who provides balanced, evidence‑based scientific information to scientific leaders and key decision makers. The role focuses on non‑promotional, peer‑to‑peer exchange to support improved patient outcomes in the oncology therapeutic area.

Key responsibilities

• Engage in non‑promotional scientific exchange with scientific leaders and key decision makers, adhering to local regulations and industry codes.
• Gather deep insights on disease, therapeutic area, and healthcare needs within the assigned geography.
• Represent Medical Affairs at local and regional scientific events, contributing to pre‑event materials and post‑event summaries.
• Respond to unsolicited requests for medical, scientific, pipeline, or product information using approved resources.
• Facilitate access to company‑sponsored research, grants, and clinical trial opportunities.
• Participate in Scientific Advisory Board meetings and provide support for health technology assessments and formulary decisions.

Required profile

• Doctor of Medicine (MD), Master of Pharmacy, or advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in life sciences, meeting local licensing requirements in Panama.
• Minimum of 1 year experience as an MSL or in Clinical Research, Medical Affairs, or Pharmacovigilance within the pharmaceutical industry or CRO.
• Strong English and Spanish communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Clinical knowledge in oncology is highly preferred.

Required skills

• Advisory Board Development
• Clinical Research
• Clinical Trial Planning
• Clinical Trials Analysis
• Continuing Medical Education (CME)
• Data Analysis
• Life Science
• Medical Affairs
• Pharmacovigilance
• Scientific Communications
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Strategic Thinking