Pipeline MSL（東日本）

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Role Summary

The Hepatology Medical Science Liaison (MSL) is a field-based, non-promotional role supporting GSK’s clinical development activities in hepatology in Japan. This position is focused on supporting ongoing and planned clinical trials through high-quality scientific exchange with investigators and trial sites, contributing to the appropriate conduct of clinical research and the generation of scientific evidence.

The MSL serves as a scientific and clinical resource to investigators and internal stakeholders by facilitating trial-related discussions, identifying barriers to trial execution, and providing insights to Medical Affairs and Clinical Development teams in alignment with GSK policies and Japanese regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities (Japan – Pipeline Role)

•            Support GSK hepatology clinical trials by engaging with investigators, sub-investigators, and trial site staff to facilitate scientific understanding of study protocols, disease biology, and trial-related data

•            Provide scientific support for clinical trial initiation, conduct, and feasibility, including investigator meetings and trial-related educational activities

•            Identify and communicate trial-related insights, operational challenges, and scientific feedback from investigators to Medical Affairs and Clinical Development teams

•            Collaborate closely with Clinical Operations, Medical Affairs, and other internal stakeholders to support effective trial execution in Japan

•            Maintain up-to-date scientific knowledge in assigned hepatology disease areas relevant to GSK’s clinical development portfolio

•            Ensure all activities are conducted in strict compliance with Japanese regulations, GSK policies, and applicable SOPs

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Basic Qualification

Advanced degree in a life science, medical science, pharmacy, nursing sciences, or healthcare-related discipline (e.g., MSc, MS, MPH, RN, or equivalent scientific training)

Clinical research, pharmaceutical industry roles, CRO, or medical affairs functions

Experience supporting or working with clinical trials, including interaction with investigators or trial sites

Strong scientific communication skills and ability to engage in evidence-based discussions with clinical experts

Understanding of Japanese clinical research regulations and compliance requirements (the relevant laws and regulations in the pharmaceutical industry), or demonstrated ability to rapidly acquire this knowledge

Language

Japanese: Fluent

English: Enough skills to understand the medical articles.

Preferred Qualification

Medical professional qualifications: Pharmacist, Ph.D., MD, Nurse, Veterinarian, etc.

Prior experience in a Medical Science Liaison, Clinical Research Associate, Clinical Scientist, or similar clinical development role

Experience supporting hepatology clinical trials in Japan

More than 3 years experience of hepatology MSL is preferable

Skills

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

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Compensation Grade:

Japan - 8A

Job Posting End Date:

Not Available

Eligible for Employee Referral Bonus:

Yes

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