Medical Science Liaison - Haematology & Oncology

Bristol Myers Squibb
Full Time
₹17 Lakhs - ₹23 Lakhs
Kolkata
Posted 10h ago

Medical Science Liaison - Haematology & Oncology

Bristol Myers Squibb

Job description

Bristol Myers Squibb is hiring a Medical Science Liaison for Haematology and Oncology, a field-based role in Kolkata, offering a great career opportunity for MBBS and MD doctors in field medical affairs.

Company Description  

Bristol Myers Squibb is a global biopharmaceutical company with a purpose-driven culture, built to find, build, and deliver new medicines that beat serious diseases. Its people often ask one question: who are you working for? That question encourages working, taking responsibility, and moving quickly. BMS provides tasks, opportunities to learn and improve, and a friendly environment that cares about being inclusive, taking care of people, and being flexible.

 Job Summary  

This role is for a field-based Medical Science Liaison in Haematology and Oncology, covering Kolkata. The person will become a trusted partner to doctors and thought leaders and share timely data and insights. The role helps speed up access to medicines and supports their right use. More than 70 percent of the time is spent in the field with customers.

 Key Responsibilities 

  • Build a territory field medical plan and thought leader interaction plans based on therapy area goals and the needs of thought leaders.

  • Carry out the medical plan activities that are assigned to you.

  • Help deliver scientifically meaningful medical programs and projects in line with the local medical plan.

  • Hold peer-to-peer scientific talks with doctors, thought leaders, and other healthcare professionals.

  • Share clinical evidence and insights in a fair, accurate, and timely way.

  • Give medical support, such as answering unsolicited medical questions and supporting medical congresses.

  • Support clinical trial work, such as study feasibility and investigator links, as agreed with the head office.

  • Gather medical insights and share them with internal teams.

  • Report adverse events and safety information as per BMS SOPs.

  • Follow compliance rules and raise any concerns immediately.

 Educational Qualification 

  • An MBBS or MD degree is needed.

  • An MD in pharmacology, oncology or haematology is a plus.

  • About 1 to 2 years of field medical experience in medical affairs is preferred.

 Skills Required 

  • Strong knowledge of haematology, oncology or a related therapy area.

  • Skill in clearly explaining clinical data and science.

  • Strong people skills to build trust with thought leaders and doctors.

  • Good planning skills for managing a territory.

  • Clear presentation and communication skills.

  • Willingness to travel and spend most of the time in the field.

  • Understanding of compliance rules and safety reporting.

  • Teamwork across medical, clinical, and other teams.

 Salary Structure 

The salary for a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) – Haematology & Oncology field-based role at Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS) in India and Kolkata typically ranges from ₹17 Lakhs to ₹23 Lakhs per year.

 Career Development 

This role helps you build skills in field medical affairs and doctor engagement in oncology and haematology. You will work at a global biopharma company. Over time, this experience in affairs can lead to a senior MSL role, a regional MSL lead role, or broader medical affairs responsibilities.

 How to Apply 

  • Visit our job portal and search for the Medical Science Liaison Haematology and Oncology role at Bristol Myers Squibb in Kolkata.

  • Click the job posting to review all the details.

  • Enter your information and add your resume.

  • Send your application.

Employment Type: Full Time
Industry: Healthcare
Role Category: Medical Affairs
Application: External (Company Site)

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Key Skills

Medical AffairsNon Clinical Jobs
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