Medical Science Liaison

Why This Role Matters
The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) at AbbVie serves as a key medical and scientific resource, engaging healthcare professionals, thought leaders, and researchers to provide accurate, evidence-based information on AbbVie products. This role supports clinical and commercial teams while ensuring compliance with regulatory and internal standards.

Job Description
AbbVie is seeking a full-time Medical Science Liaison based in Hyderabad, Telangana, India. The role involves medical affairs engagement, scientific communication, supporting research initiatives, training internal teams, and representing AbbVie in scientific forums. The position requires significant travel (~60% field time) and collaboration across commercial and medical departments.

Key Features of the Role
• Position: Medical Science Liaison
• Company: AbbVie
• Location: Hyderabad, Telangana, India
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Salary: Not Disclosed
• Work Setting: Pharmaceutical / Medical Affairs
• Experience Required: Minimum 2–3 years post-qualification in medical affairs or clinical research
• Start: Immediate

Responsibilities
• Lead medical affairs objectives within the affiliate country
• Maintain professional relationships with thought leaders, academic centers, and researchers
• Present clinical and scientific data on AbbVie products to healthcare professionals
• Support research initiatives in collaboration with R&D, Clinical Operations, and Medical Affairs
• Develop and provide medically accurate, balanced communication materials in compliance with regulatory guidelines
• Facilitate Round Table and Advisory Board sessions to ensure accuracy of scientific data
• Conduct ongoing training for medical affairs, field sales, and internal personnel
• Maintain accurate documentation of medical lead activities
• Manage annual expenses within budget parameters
• Serve as local representative for Global Medical Office functions, including PV and HEOR

Required Qualification
• MD, MBBS, or Pharm D
• 2–3 years of experience in medical affairs or clinical research
• Experience in pharmaceutical industry preferred
• Strong analytical, presentation, and teaching skills

Educational Requirement
• UG: MBBS / Pharm D / MD
• PG: Any relevant post-graduate (if applicable)

Important Requirements
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional matrix structure
• Strong relationship-building and engagement skills
• Competency in conveying clinical and non-clinical technical information to diverse audiences
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other technology systems
• High level of travel (~60% field-based)

What We Offer
• Exposure to multiple therapeutic areas: immunology, oncology, neuroscience, eye care, and Allergan Aesthetics
• Opportunity to engage with top-tier thought leaders and researchers
• Collaborative and innovative pharmaceutical work environment
• Professional development and global exposure

Experience and Skills
• Minimum 2–3 years in medical affairs or clinical research
• Skills in scientific communication, relationship management, and medical education
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across multiple stakeholders
• Analytical skills for critical evaluation of clinical data

Salary Insights
• Not Disclosed

Company Overview
AbbVie is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on innovative medicines in areas including immunology, oncology, neuroscience, eye care, and aesthetics. The company emphasizes integrity, innovation, and community impact, offering opportunities for professional growth and global collaboration.

FAQs

1. Who can apply?
   • Candidates with MD, MBBS, or Pharm D and 2–3 years medical affairs experience

2. What is the employment type?
   • Full-Time

3. Is prior pharmaceutical industry experience required?
   • Preferred but not mandatory

4. Where is the job located?
   • Hyderabad, Telangana, India

5. How do I apply?
   • Apply online via AbbVie careers portal

Application Tips
• Highlight prior medical affairs or clinical research experience
• Emphasize scientific communication and relationship management skills
• Showcase experience working cross-functionally or in matrix teams
• Mention willingness to travel frequently (~60% field-based)