MSL Hiring and Recruitment: 5 Ways to Support Diversity and Inclusion

Medical Science Liaison hiring, diversity and inclusion recruitment, diverse interview panel, employee referral program, diversity sourcing strategies

While the COVID-19 pandemic wreaked havoc on many industries, Medical Science Liaison hiring was steady throughout 2020 and continues to remain strong in 2021. The one change in hiring that has become evident is the increase in recruitment practices that support diversity and inclusion. While we may…

May 19^th • 2 mins read

Combatting the “Summer Slow Down"​ – MSL Job Search Tips for Slower Months

Medical Science Liaison, Medical Affairs recruitment, job search strategies, networking in medical field, summer hiring trends

There is definitely a cyclical nature to hiring Medical Science Liaisons and Medical Affairs professionals. Typically, peak season for recruitment and hiring is from March to June, which is the time-frame in and around which MSLs collect their annual bonuses. However, Medical Science Liaison hiring …

Jun 23^rd • 2 mins read

MSL People Skills: Top 10 Tips for Better Engagement

Medical Science Liaison, relationship building, business etiquette, social awareness, emotional intelligence, professional interactions, Dale Carnegie, How to Win Friends and Influence People, professional brand, engagement tips, digital communication

The cornerstone of the Medical Science Liaison role is RELATIONSHIP BUILDING. In a nutshell, better engagement equates to better relationships. The purpose of this article is to address the importance of proper business etiquette and the impact of social awareness and emotional intelligence as it re…

Apr 20^th • 8 mins read

Positioning Yourself to Become an MSL in 2022

MSL role, clinical background, academic background, research background, industry, MSL Society, conference, scientific expert, therapeutic expertise, pharma companies

After attending the MSL Society’s 9th annual conference in Vegas Last week, I have taken some time to reflect on inquiries our team received about how to effectively step into the MSL role from a clinical, academic, or research background. Industry is a tough nut to crack, but it is absolutely…

Dec 21^st • 10 mins read