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Medical Science Liaison – Oncology (Midwest

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listing for: Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-08-01
Job specializations:
  • Healthcare
    Medical Imaging
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 162800 - 203500 USD Yearly USD 162800.00 203500.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Medical Science Liaison – Oncology (Midwest)
Sumitomo Pharma Co., Ltd., is a global pharmaceutical company based in Japan with operations in the U.S. (Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.), focused on addressing patient needs in oncology, urology, women's health, rare diseases, cell & gene therapies and CNS. With several marketed products and a diverse pipeline of early- to late-stage investigational assets, we aim to accelerate discovery, research, and development to bring novel therapies to patients sooner.

For more information on SMPA, visit our website https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Overview We are currently seeking a dynamic, highly motivated, and experienced individual for the position of Medical Science Liaison. The Medical Science Liaison will be responsible for integrating scientific expertise and knowledge with brand strategies to ensure successful implementation of Sumitomo Pharma America’s marketed and emerging product portfolio. This will be fulfilled mainly through the development of excellent working relationships with key opinion leaders and regional clinicians of influence.

This role will cover the Great Lakes region including:
Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Kentucky, and Wisconsin

Job Duties & Responsibilities Identify key national and regional, and local oncology thought leaders and priority customers, build and maintain advocacy with these individuals, and function as their primary scientific contact. Participate in the collection and exchange of scientific/technical information important to the Company’s market and development portfolio. Assist in the management of relationships between key opinion leaders and corporate product teams, as well as provide education of priority customers on research and development projects.

Accumulate key competitive information to aid the clinical and marketing teams in drug/brand development. Identify, initiate, coordinate, evaluate and monitor investigator-sponsored studies intended to support the clinical and scientific strategy of the Company’s products. Help develop and manage timelines of publication plans of investigator-sponsored studies. Assist in the identification, evaluation, and engagement of potential investigators for corporate trials. Assist the clinical trials team, as needed, in the ongoing support and communication with investigators on corporate trials.

Develop key advocates as speakers to support the Company’s products and strategies. Assist in the development of, and participate in, advisory boards and medical education programs. Contribute scientific and clinical expertise to the development and execution of commercial educational activities. Provide clinical resources for programs supporting sales/sales training and marketing efforts and professional services. Represent the Company at national, regional, and local oncology meetings and conferences.

Maintain clinical and technical expertise in the area of oncology through review of the scientific literature and attendance at key scientific meetings. Leads assigned projects within the MSL organization. Perform other duties as assigned.

The base salary range for this role is$ - $Base salary is part of our total rewards package which also includes the opportunity for merit-based salary increases, short incentive plan participation, eligibility for our 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances and leaves provided in line with your work state. Our robust time-off policy includes flexible paid time off, 11 paid holidays plus additional time off for a shut-down period during the last week of December, 80 hours of paid sick time upon hire and each year thereafter.

Total compensation, including base salary to be offered, will depend on elements unique to each candidate, including candidate experience, skills, education and other factors permitted by law.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of…
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