[Hiring] Medical Science Liaison @ICON plc

Role Description

At ICON Strategic Solutions, you will work in a sponsor-dedicated model, supported by ICON’s global expertise. As a Medical Science Liaison at ICON, you will serve as a key point of contact between our clinical teams and healthcare professionals, providing expert medical and scientific support to advance our clinical research initiatives.

Your role will involve delivering medical affairs work to a high standard, working closely with your team and stakeholders. Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and maintaining professional relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs) and healthcare professionals to share insights and gather feedback on clinical studies and therapeutic areas.
• Providing scientific and medical expertise to support clinical trial initiatives, including training internal teams and participating in medical education activities.
• Communicating complex medical information and study results clearly and effectively to diverse audiences.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify and address medical and scientific questions arising from clinical research.
• Staying updated on industry trends, research developments, and regulatory changes to ensure alignment with best practices and compliance.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a relevant scientific field (e.g., PhD, PharmD, MD) preferred; bachelor's degree in life sciences also acceptable.
• Proven experience as a Medical Science Liaison or in a similar role within the pharmaceutical or clinical research industry.
• Strong understanding of clinical research processes, regulatory guidelines, and therapeutic areas.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• A commitment to fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous learning within the medical and research community.
• Willingness to travel as required (approximately 50%).

Requirements

• Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and performance related incentives.
• Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable.
• Retirement and pension plans.
• Life assurance and disability coverage.
• Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources.
• Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways.
• Benefits may vary depending on role and location.

Company Description

ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.

Inclusion and Accessibility: ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.

If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a request.