About this opportunity
Title:
Medical Science Liaison - Neuroscience
Company:
Ipsen Ltd
About Ipsen:
Ipsen is a mid-sized global biopharmaceutical company with a focus on transformative medicines in three therapeutic areas: Oncology, Rare Disease and Neuroscience. Supported by nearly 100 years of development experience, with global hubs in the U.S., France and the U.K, we tackle areas of high unmet medical need through research and innovation.
Our passionate teams in more than 40 countries are focused on what matters and endeavor every day to bring medicines to patients in 88 countries. We build a workplace that champions human-centric leadership and fosters a culture of collaboration, excellence and impact. At Ipsen, every individual is empowered to be their true selves, grow and thrive alongside the company’s success. Join us on our journey towards sustainable growth, creating real impact on patients and society!
For more information, visit us at https://www.ipsen.com/ and follow our latest news on LinkedIn and Instagram .
Job Description:
UK – Field Based (UK Wide Territory)
Medical Affairs | Ipsen
At Ipsen, we are driven by a shared purpose: to improve patients’ lives through innovative medicines . We are now seeking an experienced Medical Science Liaison (MSL) to join our UK & Ireland Medical Affairs team, supporting our growing Neuroscience portfolio.
This is a field‑based role offering the opportunity to engage in meaningful, non‑promotional scientific exchange and to help shape medical strategy through insights, education, and evidence generation.
The Role
As a Medical Science Liaison, you will act as a trusted scientific partner to healthcare professionals and Thought Leaders (TLs), delivering high‑quality medical engagement across your assigned territory, with a predominant focus on the London and Greater London region. Working closely with UK & Ireland and Global teams, you will contribute to medical strategy, support evidence generation, and ensure Ipsen’s scientific reputation for excellence, integrity, and compliance.
All activities are conducted in line with Ipsen policies, SOPs, the ABPI Code, and local regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Scientific Exchange & External Engagement
Build and maintain peer‑to‑peer scientific relationships with Thought Leaders, HCPs, and medical experts
Develop and execute territory‑level stakeholder engagement plans aligned to therapy and business needs
Deliver fair, balanced, and compliant scientific exchange on disease areas, approved products, and pipeline assets
Capture, document, and communicate high‑quality medical insights
Medical Education & Scientific Communication
Deliver scientific and educational presentations (reactive and proactive)
Support and organise advisory boards, investigator meetings, and scientific exchange forums
Contribute to medical education initiatives, publications, posters, abstracts, and manuscripts
Evidence Generation & Clinical Support
Coordinate unsolicited Investigator‑Sponsored Studies (ISS) from concept to publication
Support company‑sponsored studies, post‑marketing research, registries, and real‑world evidence projects
Engage investigators and support site feasibility assessments and scientific discussions
Cross‑Functional Collaboration
Contribute to the UK & Ireland Annual Medical Plan
Provide scientific expertise to Commercial and Market Access colleagues while maintaining clear non‑promotional boundaries
Participate in Integrated Brand Teams and regional account planning
Compliance & Governance
Ensure compliance with Ipsen SOPs, pharmacovigilance requirements, and ABPI Code
Timely reporting of adverse events and product quality complaints
Accurate documentation of all activities in Ipsen systems
About You
Essential
Demonstrated experience as a Medical Science Liaison
Strong scientific knowledge enabling credible, non‑promotional engagement
Experience within Medical Affairs, clinical research, or related scientific roles
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Strong understanding of pharma compliance and medical governance
Degree in Life Sciences or a related discipline
Fluent written and spoken English (scientific English)
Desirable
Experience within a pharmaceutical medical department
Neuroscience therapeutic area experience
Experience with clinical trial data interpretation and real‑world evidence
Advanced scientific or medical degree (MSc, PhD, PharmD, MD, MBA or equivalent)
ABPI Code accreditation
We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels heard, valued, and supported; where we embrace “The Real Us”. The value we place on different perspectives and experiences drives our commitment to inclusion and equal opportunities. When we include diverse ways of thinking, we make more thoughtful decisions and discover more innovative solutions. Together we strive to better understand the communities we serve. This means we also want to help you perform at your best when applying for a role with us. If you require any adjustments or support during the application process, please let the recruitment team know. This information will be handled with care and will not affect the outcome of your application.
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