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Senior Medical Science Liaison – Haematology & Oncology (Field Based In Delhi)

Bristol Myers Squibb
2-3 years
Not Disclosed
Delhi, New Delhi, India
10 June 9, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time, Hybrid Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Clinical Trials, Detail-Oriented, Drug Development, Lifesciences, Negotiation Skills, Regulatory Compliance, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, Data Analysis, Document Management, Life Science, Regulatory Compliance, Waterfall Model, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, mRS and EQ-5D-5L, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Senior Medical Science Liaison – Haematology & Oncology (Field-based, Delhi)
Job ID: R1602035
Company:
Bristol Myers Squibb
Location: Delhi, India
Employment Type: Full-Time (Field-Based)
Therapeutic Area: Haematology & Oncology


Position Summary

The Senior Medical Science Liaison (Senior MSL) is an advanced field medical role responsible for scientific engagement with healthcare professionals (HCPs), thought leaders (TLs), and stakeholders in Haematology & Oncology. The role focuses on peer-to-peer scientific exchange, clinical trial support, evidence generation, and medical strategy execution to improve patient access and appropriate use of BMS therapies.

This role typically involves 60–70% field-based engagement.


Key Responsibilities

External Scientific Engagement & Customer Focus

  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with thought leaders, HCPs, and access stakeholders.

  • Engage in peer-to-peer scientific discussions across:

    • 1:1 meetings

    • Group presentations

    • Remote interactions

  • Respond to unsolicited scientific and clinical queries with accurate, balanced information.

  • Develop and execute medical interaction plans for key healthcare systems and institutions (e.g., Army, Railways, CGHS).

  • Continuously assess treatment landscape, clinical trials, unmet needs, and competitive environment.

  • Translate scientific and clinical data into meaningful insights for healthcare decision-making.

  • Collect and communicate actionable medical insights to internal teams.

  • Report adverse events and safety information per company SOPs.


Medical Strategy & Country Medical Plan Contribution

  • Develop territory-level medical plans aligned with oncology strategy.

  • Contribute to cross-functional account and institution planning.

  • Execute assigned medical activities aligned with regional medical objectives.

  • Support scientific programs, advisory boards, and medical education initiatives.


Clinical Trial & Research Support

  • Support interventional and non-interventional research (NIR) studies.

  • Identify and evaluate clinical trial sites and investigators.

  • Provide feasibility insights based on field experience.

  • Support patient recruitment activities.

  • Assist investigator-sponsored research (ISR) submissions and follow-ups.

  • Support CRO-sponsored studies as required.

  • Ensure pharmacovigilance compliance in clinical research activities.


Internal Medical Support

  • Provide scientific training to internal stakeholders:

    • Commercial teams

    • Regulatory Affairs

    • Pharmacovigilance

    • HEOR

    • Market Access

  • Support promotional and scientific meetings with unbiased clinical data.

  • Evaluate and support BMS-contracted speakers.


Patient Advocacy & Education Support

  • Contribute to patient education programs in collaboration with advocacy groups.

  • Support development of educational materials for patients.

  • Support initiatives improving patient awareness and access to therapies.


Compliance & Pharmacovigilance

  • Ensure strict compliance with:

    • BMS policies

    • Ethical guidelines

    • Regulatory requirements

  • Ensure proper adverse event reporting and safety compliance.

  • Maintain scientific integrity in all external communications.


Minimum Qualifications

Education

  • MBBS or MD (preferred)

Experience

  • 2–3 years of field medical affairs experience preferred

  • Oncology and/or Haematology experience strongly preferred

  • Exposure to clinical research and scientific environments required


Core Skills & Competencies

Scientific & Clinical Expertise

  • Oncology / Haematology disease knowledge

  • Clinical trial design and execution understanding

  • Scientific literature interpretation

  • Knowledge of HEOR concepts (preferred)

Field Medical Skills

  • KOL / thought leader engagement

  • Territory and account planning

  • Medical insight generation

  • Scientific communication and presentation

Professional Skills

  • Independent working ability

  • Cross-functional collaboration

  • Strong communication skills (spoken and written English)

  • Fast learning ability and adaptability

  • Analytical and scientific mindset


Ideal Candidate Profile

  • Medical graduate with oncology/haematology exposure and strong interest in field medical affairs.

  • Mid-level MSL professional with 2–3 years of experience.

  • Strong capability in scientific communication and stakeholder engagement.

  • Comfortable working independently in a field-based, high-travel role.

  • Strong compliance mindset and ethical scientific practice orientation.


Career Focus Areas

  • Oncology & Haematology Medical Affairs

  • Field Medical Science Liaison (Mid–Senior level)

  • Clinical Trial Support & Investigator Engagement

  • Scientific Strategy & Medical Insights