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Medical Science Liaison

Medical Science Liaison

Leo Pharma

Chicago, IL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Application deadline:
Location: Chicago 60602, Illinois, United States
Contract type: Permanent
Job ID: 4667
Role Description
Advance science. Build credibility. Shape patient outcomes.
At LEO Pharma, you'll serve as a trusted scientific partner in Dermatology-engaging experts, driving evidence-based dialogue, and generating insights that advance patient outcomes.
Your Role:
The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) serves as a medical and scientific expert in Dermatology, engaging in high-quality scientific exchange with healthcare decision-makers to share evidence-based data, advance the scientific platform, and collect insights in alignment with LEO's strategic goals and objectives. The MSL is responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), healthcare professionals, institutions, and other stakeholders within the scientific community by providing appropriate, high-level scientific support across research initiatives, publications, education, consulting engagements, and other Medical Affairs and R&D activities.
This is a field-based role, covering our Midwest Territory (North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Minnesota, Iowa, Missouri, Wisconsin, Illinois, Michigan, and Indiana).
Your Responsibilities:
  • Serve as a field-based scientific and clinical resource, functioning as a customer-facing extension of LEO Pharma North America Medical Affairs.
  • Plan, engage, and build strong working relationships with academic and community-based KOLs and investigators to support scientific exchange and scientific objectives.
  • Develop a solid understanding of territory-specific healthcare systems, clinical practices, patient care pathways, disease management, treatment protocols, and research interests.
  • Provide educational and technical information, including responding to unsolicited medical and drug information inquiries.
  • Ensure stakeholders receive accurate and compliant education on disease states, emerging scientific data, population health trends, and patient care challenges.
  • Provide medical support at advisory boards and document field-generated scientific insights, sharing them with the appropriate internal teams.
  • Support unsolicited research requests, facilitate communication between investigators and internal stakeholders, and identify potential investigators for LEO-sponsored research.
  • Attend relevant national and local medical congresses to gather insights, strengthen relationships, and maintain competitive intelligence.
  • Deliver cross-functional training on scientific and medical topics as requested, including speaker bureau or sales training support.
  • Maintain clinical, scientific, and technical expertise in the therapeutic area.
  • Assist in identifying and developing scientific materials needed to support effective scientific exchange.
  • Collaborate with Medical Affairs colleagues to provide scientific support and communicate scientific insights across the organization.
  • Work closely and compliantly with cross-functional field-based and Commercial personnel to understand evolving customer needs and provide appropriate scientific support.

Your Qualifications:
  • Terminal degree preferred (MD, PhD, PharmD, DNP); other degree considered with strong relevant clinical experience (e.g., PA-C, or equivalent).
  • Prior experience in Field Medical, Medical Affairs, or Clinical R&D.
  • Strong knowledge of Dermatology or Immunology and clinical research, clinical practice experience preferred.
  • Willingness and ability to travel approximately ~70% of the time, and must reside within 45 minutes of a major U.S. airport.
  • Understanding of the current pharmaceutical environment and applicable laws and regulations.
  • Ability to develop and execute a territory clinical plan, with strong ability to work both independently and in cross-functional teams.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to build productive professional relationships.
  • Strong presentation skills and highly adaptive, agile, and able to navigate evolving conditions.
  • Broad Medical Affairs and industry perspective to support NAMA strategy and proactive in identifying resources and opportunities that align with NAMA goals.

You bring a strong scientific curiosity and a collaborative mindset, with the ability to build credibility and lasting relationships with a broad range of stakeholders. You are an effective communicator and presenter, adaptable in a dynamic environment, and proactive in identifying opportunities to support broader Medical Affairs strategy while maintaining the highest standards of compliance.
Your New Team:
You will join a collaborative and solutions-oriented U.S. Legal & Compliance team that partners closely with Commercial, Medical, Procurement, Finance, and global colleagues. Together, we elevate contracting excellence, support strategic business decisions, and ensure LEO Pharma operates with integrity, clarity, and efficiency.
Compensation:
The base salary range for this position is $185,000 - $215,000 per year. The base salary range represents the anticipated low and high of the LEO Pharma range for this position. Salary will vary based on various factors such as the candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role. In addition, some positions may include eligibility to earn commissions/bonus based on company and / or individual performance.
Let's pioneer together!
At LEO Pharma, we help people with skin diseases live fulfilling lives by advancing dermatology beyond the skin. We drive dermatology with our knowledge, collaboration, and curiosity, and we are at the forefront of science in developing new medicines. For us, pioneering together is about constantly improving and extending what's possible for each other, our company, and our patients.
We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates because we believe that our different perspectives, backgrounds, and attitudes are what enable us to make the best decisions for LEO Pharma and meet the needs of the wonderfully diverse marketplace we operate in.
At LEO Pharma, we believe in the power of individuals to drive change. Our flat organizational structure empowers you to make a visible impact and offers versatile roles for professional growth. We value diversity and welcome applications from all qualified candidates, recognizing that our different perspectives, backgrounds, and attitudes enable us to make the best decisions. Join our passionate team at LEO Pharma and be yourself as we work together to make a difference.
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