Medical Science Liaison - Midwest

Sumitomo Pharma Co., Ltd., is a global pharmaceutical company based in Japan with operations in the U.S. (Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.), focused on addressing patient needs in oncology, urology, women's health, rare diseases, cell & gene therapies and CNS. With several marketed products and a diverse pipeline of early- to late-stage investigational assets, we aim to accelerate discovery, research, and development to bring novel therapies to patients sooner. For more information on SMPA, visit our website https://www.us.sumitomo-pharma.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

Job Overview

We are currently seeking a dynamic, highly motivated, and experienced individual for the position of Medical Science Liaison (MSL). The MSL will be responsible for integrating scientific expertise and knowledge with medical strategies to ensure successful implementation of Sumitomo Pharma America’s marketed and emerging product portfolio. This will be fulfilled mainly through the development of cohesive working relationships with key opinion leaders and regional clinicians of influence. Candidates with varying levels of experience are encouraged to apply. Final title and compensation will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

This role will cover Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan.

This position is being posted at multiple levels.

Applicants for this position will be considered for the titles listed in this posting. The title and salary will be determined by the experience and qualifications of the final candidate

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Identify and engage national, regional, and local Oncology thought leaders and HCPs.
• Serve as the primary scientific contact and build long-term peer to peer scientific relationships.
• Exchange scientific and technical information relevant to the company’s development portfolio.
• Support relationships between key opinion leaders and internal product teams.
• Educate priority HCPs on research and development initiatives.
• Gather medical insights to inform clinical and marketing strategies.
• Provide an overview of company areas of interest for investigator sponsored studies
• Contribute to internal educational activities and training.
• Represent the company at Oncology conferences and scientific meetings.
• Lead relevant projects within the field medical organization.

Key Core Competencies

• Clinical experience or strong scientific research background in Oncology preferred.
• Strong project leadership and time management skills.
• Ability to build trust and maintain relationships with thought leaders.
• Excellent communication and diplomacy skills.
• Understanding of drug development and product lifecycle.
• Ability to translate customer needs into actionable insights.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and high performance.
• Demonstrates a highly collaborative approach to cross-functional engagement, fostering strong partnerships with internal stakeholders and external healthcare professionals.
• Applies an agile mindset to adapt quickly to evolving therapeutic landscapes, scientific data, and organizational priorities.
• Values teamwork by contributing to a culture of mutual respect, shared learning, across the medical team.
• Exhibits strong self-leadership, proactively managing responsibilities, staying current with scientific developments, and driving personal growth and performance.

Travel: >50% of the time within the domestic US.

Education & Experience

This position is being posted at multiple levels. 

Applicants for this position will be considered for the titles listed in this posting. The title and salary will be determined by the experience and qualifications of the final candidate.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field required. Advanced degree (NP, PA, MD, PharmD, PhD) strongly preferred.
  • Candidates without an advanced degree must have at least 5 years of MSL experience and 6–10 years of overall related experience.

·       MSL experience or relationships with HCPs within the geography preferred.

• Generally, a MSL will require:

• • 5+ years of relevant scientific or clinical experience in Oncology

• Generally, a Sr. MSL will require:

• • 5+ years of experience in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry.
  • 3+ years of MSL experience in Oncology

Travel Requirements:

60-80% Travel Required

Mental/Physical Requirements:

1. Extensive travel: Regular travel throughout assigned territory—estimated 60–80% of working time—requiring long periods on the road and flexible scheduling. Overnight stays as part of business travel may be required depending on the territory.

2. Mobility & stamina: Frequent in-person visits to physician offices, clinics, hospitals, and trade shows, requiring sustained driving, walking, standing, and sitting.

3. Independent, field-based work: Ability to manage one’s schedule, work autonomously, and adapt to variable meeting locales (conference rooms, doctors’ offices, hotel spaces)

4. Handling materials and samples: Transport of product samples, materials, and informational kits—lifting and carrying supplies between locations. Ability to lift 20 pounds.

The base salary range for this role is

$162,800.00 - $203,500.00

Base salary is part of our total rewards package which also includes the opportunity for merit-based salary increases, short incentive plan participation, eligibility for our 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances and leaves provided in line with your work state.  Our robust time-off policy includes flexible paid time off, 11 paid holidays plus additional time off for a shut-down period during the last week of December, 80 hours of paid sick time upon hire and each year thereafter.  Total compensation, including base salary to be offered, will depend on elements unique to each candidate, including candidate experience, skills, education and other factors permitted by law.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Confidential Data: All information (written, verbal, electronic, etc.) that an employee encounters is considered confidential, in accordance with applicable law.

Compliance: Achieve and maintain Compliance with all applicable regulatory, legal and operational rules and procedures, by ensuring that all plans and activities for and on behalf of Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) and affiliates are carried out with the "best" industry practices and the highest ethical standards.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Drug Screening Requirements
Applicants for sales/field, manufacturing, or other designated roles will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug test.

Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.

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