Chiesi Farmaceutici Posted October 30, 2026

Medical Science Liaison (MSL) Rare Disease Austria (Vienna, AT)

Vienna, Austria Type not listed
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About this opportunity

What you shall know about the position

For the Medical Rare Diseases AT & Switzerland department we are currently searching for an MSL (Medical Scientific Liaison) Rare, covering whole Austria.

What you shall know about Chiesi

Chiesi is an international research-focused biopharmaceutical group with over 90 years’ experience, operating in more than 30 countries, with its Headquarter in Parma, Italy. More than 8,000 employees across the group are united by a singular purpose: promoting a healthier world for our people, patients, and the planet. This is what drives us as we research, develop, and market innovative drugs across our main therapeutic areas.

At Chiesi we are thinking generations ahead, driving sustainable innovation with purpose. This fosters a culture of reliability, transparency, and ethical behavior at every level. As a Benefit Corporation and a certified B Corp, we have embedded sustainability in our bylaws and continuously measure our impact.

Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of who we are. We believe our differences make us stronger. We are a vibrant ecosystem of passionate, talented individuals united by strong values, each bringing unique perspectives that help us to continuously challenge the status quo for the better.

This is what you will do

Act as a scientific expert for assigned products, therapeutic areas and clinical development.

Gather and communicate medical insights from the field to support medical strategy and address unmet patient needs.

Build and maintain strong scientific relationships with key healthcare professionals and specialized centers across Austria.

Plan and deliver scientific activities, including Advisory Boards, workshops, congresses and medical education.

Support clinical studies, investigator-initiated research and other local evidence-generation projects in line with medical and compliance requirements.

Contribute to the implementation of local medical plans and support field-based medical activities.

Develop scientific materials and provide medical training across the organization.

Ensure medical review and compliance of promotional and scientific materials.

Identify barriers along the patient journey and contribute to initiatives that improve diagnosis, referral pathways and patient care

Collaborate cross-functionally with Marketing, Field Force, and other key stakeholders.

Contribute to medical planning, budget management and external scientific collaborations.

We would prefer you to have

Completed medical or relevant natural science degree (pharmacy, biology, veterinary medicine, etc.)

Pharmaceutical representative certification (if not covered by academic degree)

Several years of experience as a Medical Science Liaison or in a comparable medical field-based role

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build trusted relationships internally and externally

Collaborative team player who enjoys working cross-functionally and contributing to a positive team culture.

Passion for field-based medical work and scientific exchange with healthcare professionals

Willingness to spend approximately 60-75% of working time in the field across Austria

Experience in collaborating with key opinion leaders and presenting medical-scientific content

Proactive, hands-on and collaborative personality with a positive mindset.Very good German and English skills

Driving license B

Willingness to travel (occasional international travel)

Location

Vienna / Austria

What we offer

No matter where your path starts at Chiesi, it leads to inspiring possibilities. Your future is our focus, and we are committed to nurturing your development in our dynamic, friendly environment with access to resources and training every step of the way.

We provide top-class benefits and work-life balance initiatives. Our salary package is competitive, comprising a base salary starting from 67.000 EUR/year (your actual base salary will be determined by your qualification and professional experience), performance bonuses, and benefits benchmarked against the external market. Additionally, we offer flexible working arrangements, remote work options, and tax assistance services for foreign colleagues, all designed to help you thrive.

Chiesi is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce at all levels of our business. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment based on attitude and merit, without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by applicable laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, eligibility for benefits, and termination. **

** D&I Statement

We include a D&I statement in every job description to reinforce our commitment to fair, inclusive, and transparent hiring practices. This is not just a formality, it’s a strategic and ethical choice that supports our broader mission to build diverse teams and foster an inclusive workplace culture. While the core message remains consistent globally, each country may want to adapt the wording of the disclaimer to reflect local legal requirements and cultural context. This ensures relevance and compliance while maintaining alignment with Chiesi’s global standards.

Job details

Seniority
Not listed
Function
Medical Affairs
Therapeutic area
Rare Disease
Location
Vienna, Austria
Employment type
Not listed

How this role compares

Computed from every other active Medical Affairs role in our database, not just this employer's listings.

We currently track 1656 comparable Medical Affairs roles across 164 biopharma companies.

1656Comparable roles tracked
1495Currently active
164Companies hiring similar roles
63Countries represented

Salary context

450 of 1656 peers report a salary range (USD, annualized)

Peers share this role's job function. This posting doesn't list a seniority level, so peers aren't narrowed by seniority either -- the range below may span more levels than usual.

This roleSubject Not listed on this posting
Peer group range $75,510 – $454,000 (median $205,000)

Where these roles are based

Top locations among the 1656 comparable roles

United States778
China186
Japan91
United Kingdom69
Germany65
India49

+ 57 more countries

Seniority mix

1001 of 1656 peers have a known seniority level

Director259
Senior245
Manager226
Associate Director85
Associate83
Senior Director33
Executive/VP32
Intern/Fellow/Postdoc24
Principal14

Therapeutic area mix

603 of 1656 peers have a known therapeutic area; the rest are genuinely unlabeled, not hidden

Oncology265
Neuroscience94
Immunology66
Rare Disease47
Cardiovascular / CVRM45
Dermatology & Aesthetics38
Respiratory16
Vaccines & Infectious Disease16
Gastroenterology11
Ophthalmology5

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How we calculate "similar"

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Every comparison starts from the same 100-point budget: 25 for working in the same function, 40 for the same therapeutic area, 20 for the same or adjacent seniority, 15 for the same country. A dimension we can't confirm on both sides contributes nothing, never a guess, never a free pass.

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Unmatched or unknown dimensions score exactly the same: 0 points, never a partial guess. A role we know almost nothing about beyond its function bottoms out at 25%; it never inflates to 100% just because there's little to compare against. Seniority uses a defined ladder (Associate → Manager → Associate Director → Senior → Principal → Director → Senior Director → Executive/VP) so "Director" and "Senior Director" count as adjacent, but "Director" and "Executive/VP" do not.