Medical Science Liaison - Oncology Pipeline (12-month contract)

About GSK 

GSK is a global biopharma company with a special purpose - to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. Our success absolutely depends on our people. We want GSK to be a place where people feel inspired, encouraged and challenged to be the best they can be. Where they can keep growing and look after their wellbeing. So, if you share our ambition, join us at this exciting moment in our journey to get Ahead Together. 

About the role 

We are seeking a Medical Science Liaison - Oncology Pipeline to join our Field Medical team, supporting GSK's early-stage and pipeline oncology portfolio. 

This is a 12-month fixed-term parental leave opportunity. It is a non-promotional, field-based role based in Victoria and is responsible for leading high-quality scientific exchange with healthcare professionals and external experts to help shape future clinical development and medical strategy. Depending on experience, we are open to considering candidates at either Medical Science Liaison or Senior Medical Science Liaison level. 

Your role will be varied and will include: 

• Leading scientific exchange on early-phase data, pipeline assets and evolving treatment landscapes 

• Engaging HCPs and experts to understand unmet needs and inform clinical development 

• Capturing and communicating medical insights to influence pipeline and medical strategy 

• Partnering with Clinical Development and Operations to enhance site engagement and trial delivery 

About you 

We are looking for a scientifically curious, strategically minded medical professional with a strong oncology background and a passion for early-phase innovation. You will thrive in scientific dialogue and enjoy contributing to the development of future therapies. You will have demonstrated a strong understanding of bridging R&D to commercialisation. Strong knowledge of the Victorian healthcare landscape, including relevant clinics and stakeholders, would be beneficial. 

You will need: 

• Doctorate level with a medical or clinical focus (Pharm D, PhD, or MD preferred) or MSc-advanced science/clinical/healthcare related degree with relevant clinical, industry and/or oncology experience. 

• Oncology, pharmaceutical industry or medical liaison experience 

• Proven experience in peer-to-peer scientific engagement with HCPs or external experts 

• Ability to manage a field-based role with regular regional travel 

Why join us? 

At GSK, we challenge ourselves to get Ahead Together - to make a positive impact on global health; for growth; in an environment where people can thrive. Our culture inspires our performance. 

By joining GSK, you'll enjoy: 

• A flexible and life-friendly working approach, allowing you to do your best work 

• Being in an inclusive organisation that reflects the communities that we work within 

• Development and progression at a global scale, with international opportunities 

• 5 Feel Good Days and 1 volunteer day on top of your annual leave 

• Option to purchase up to 4 weeks' additional leave per year 

• Access to discounted health insurance 

• Certified Great Place To Work May 2026-May 2027 

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Skills

Digital Fluency, Enterprise Thinking, External Stakeholder Management, High Impact Communication, Patient Impact

 

 

Why GSK?

Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

 

GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases – to impact health at scale.

 

People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we’re committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We embrace an agile working culture across our roles, so if flexibility is important to you please discuss opportunities with our hiring team. If you need any adjustments to the recruitment process to help you demonstrate your strengths and capabilities, contact [email protected]. Please note this email is for adjustment requests only; for other enquiries please use our standard contact channels.

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