Medical Science Liaison (MSL)
Petah Tikva, Central District Job ID R0185533 Category Medical Affairs Subcategory Commercial Business Unit Global Portfolio Division Job Type Full timeBy clicking the “Apply” button, I understand that my employment application process with Takeda will commence and that the information I provide in my application will be processed in line with Takeda’s Privacy Notice and Terms of Use. I further attest that all information I submit in my employment application is true to the best of my knowledge.
Job Description
At our heart we are committed colleagues. We offer interested people numerous opportunities and strongly believe in, and promote, diversity, equity, and inclusion. As a company we offer roles based on merit, welcoming candidates of any gender, age, religious belief, sexual orientation, race, color, ethnic or social origin, or disability.
Our team is growing and for this we need bright minds with creativity and flexibility – what talent do you have?
About the Role
As a Medical Science Liaison (MSL), you will serve as a trusted scientific partner to healthcare professionals, key opinion leaders (KOLs) and other external stakeholders within your therapeutic area. You will play a critical role in executing Takeda’s medical strategy by delivering high-quality scientific exchange, generating valuable field insights, and helping to improve patient outcomes through evidence-based discussions.
This field-based role offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of medical innovation, building meaningful scientific relationships while contributing to launch readiness, evidence generation and strategic decision-making. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional colleagues and act as a key link between the external scientific community and Takeda.
Field travel is expected to account for approximately 60–70% of working time.
How You Will Contribute
Develop and execute territory-level scientific engagement plans aligned with medical and product strategies.
Build and maintain trusted partnerships with healthcare professionals, KOLs, researchers and other relevant stakeholders.
Communicate complex scientific and clinical information in a clear, balanced and patient-focused manner.
Gather, analyse and share medical insights from the field to help shape strategy, identify opportunities and improve patient care.
Represent Takeda at scientific congresses, advisory boards, investigator meetings and other medical events.
Support evidence-generation activities and contribute to the advancement of scientific knowledge within your therapeutic area.
Leverage CRM systems, data analytics and digital platforms to enhance stakeholder engagement and maximise impact.
Collaborate with Medical Affairs and cross-functional teams to ensure insight-driven decision-making.
Maintain deep expertise in the therapeutic area, disease landscape and Takeda products.
Ensure all activities are conducted in accordance with applicable regulations, industry codes and Takeda compliance standards.
What You Bring to Takeda
Advanced scientific degree required (MSc, PharmD, PhD, MD or equivalent), with PhD, PharmD or MD preferred.
At least 1-2 years of experience from a pharmaceutical company in a medical, commercial or marketing role
Experience as Medical Science Liaison, Medical Affairs or other field-based medical experience, ideally within specialty care, rare diseases or highly competitive therapeutic areas is preferred
Strong scientific acumen and the ability to interpret, discuss and communicate clinical data to diverse audiences.
Excellent relationship-building, stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.
Proven ability to generate actionable insights and translate them into meaningful business and medical recommendations.
Experience using digital tools, CRM platforms and data-driven approaches to stakeholder engagement.
Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving and prioritisation skills.
Comprehensive understanding of pharmaceutical regulations, compliance requirements and non-promotional scientific engagement.
Fluency in English; additional regional languages are advantageous.
Willingness to travel extensively within the assigned territory (up to 60–70%).
A collaborative, patient-focused mindset aligned with Takeda’s values and culture.
Empowering our people to shine
At Takeda, we earn the trust of society and our customers through our values of Takeda-ism: Integrity, Fairness, Honesty, Perseverance. We incorporate these values in everything we do. They represent who we are and how we act. They help us make decisions that we can be proud of today and in the future. We enable our employees to develop their full potential. As a global top employer, we offer exciting career paths, promote innovation, and strive for top performance in everything we do. Takeda fosters an inclusive, collaborative, and international work environment where our teams are united by their relentless commitment to our goal of improving people's health and creating a better future for the world.
Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion
Takeda is committed to foster diversity, equality, and inclusion. Hiring decisions are based entirely on qualifications and are made regardless of gender, ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, or disability.
If you are interested in this opportunity, we look forward to receiving your application via our online tool!
Learn more at takedajobs.com
Locations
ISR - Petach TikvaBase Salary Range:
₪325,000.00 - ₪446,600.00For information about our benefits, please click here.
