Clinical Science Liaison

Success Profile

• Achiever
• Entrepreneurial
• Goal-Oriented
• Persuasive
• Relationship Expertise
• Skilled Presenter

Culture

• Play a key role
• Set out every day to do purposeful and meaningful work.
• Manage the entire deal lifecycle of a customer and play a key role in how McKesson can advance health outcomes for all.
• Join a collaborative, fast-paced, determined team that is dedicated to building excellent relationships with our prospects and customers.
• Your expertise
• The future of health starts with you. Your unique story, ideas and experiences are valued here, and we need your sales expertise to fulfill our mission of improving care in every setting.

Benefits

• Coverage you can rely on- Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Health Spending Accounts
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Benefits that go beyond your base pay- 401(k) (U.S.)
• Pension (Canada)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Support for total well-being- Mental Health Programs
• Flexible Schedules
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness Program
• Education Reimbursement
• Volunteer Opportunities
• Flexible Work Environment
• A culture powered by belongingBy fostering a culture of belonging, we advance our goal of being the best place to work in healthcare—connecting the right talent to the right roles to solve our most critical challenges.

Responsibility

McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve – we care.

Position Summary

Clinical Science Liaison (CSL) is a senior clinical leader responsible for delivering subject matter expertise that drives provider engagement, supports commercial strategy, and enables successful drug launches across oncology, rare disease, and cell and gene therapy.

Key Responsibilities

• Provider & Field Engagement
• Design and implement structured clinical education programs, including curriculum development and success metrics.
• Deliver high-impact education (live and virtual) on disease states, treatment landscapes, and therapies.
• Drug Launch Leadership
• Support clinical strategy and execution across all phases of drug launches (pre-launch, launch, post-launch).
• Partner with Business Development to translate early insights into actionable plans across internal teams.
• Ensure alignment of clinical messaging, training, and materials across the organization.
• Clinical Communications & Content Strategy
• Act as a subject matter expert in oncology, rare disease, and cell and gene therapy.
• Ensure accurate, compliant dissemination of clinical information.
• Oversee development and maintenance of clinical resources (tear sheets, educational materials, digital content).
• Maintain accurate therapy information (indications, dosing, administration, access) across platforms in a centralized system.
• Conference, Advocacy & External Engagement
• Identify and participate in key national and regional conferences, advocacy events, and professional meetings.
• Career: Remote (U.S.-based); must reside within 30 minutes of a major airport. Preference for Dallas–Fort Worth, TX or Cary, NC.
• Travel: ≥75%, including evenings and weekends as needed.

Core Competencies

• Clinical Expertise: Ability to interpret and communicate complex clinical data in oncology and rare disease.
• Executive Presence & Influence: Trusted advisor to internal and external stakeholders.
• Clinical Leadership: Aligns clinical insights with business strategy and market needs.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Effectively navigates complex organizations.
• Regulatory & Compliance Acumen: Ensures adherence to legal and regulatory standards.
• Program Management: Manages multiple high-priority initiatives with precision.
• Adaptability: Thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Minimum Requirements

• Degree or equivalent and typically requires 7+ years of relevant experience.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in a clinically relevant field (e.g., Nursing) strongly preferred. Advanced degree (PharmD, MSN, PhD, or equivalent) preferred.
• Required Experience & Skills: 7+ years in clinical or field-based liaison roles. Experience in oncology and/or rare disease. Proven success supporting or leading drug launches. Experience working with providers, advocacy organizations, and cross-functional teams. Experience with conference strategy, abstract development, and clinical presentations.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience in specialty pharmacy or highly specialized therapeutic areas. Strong presentation and communication skills. Advanced clinical analysis and interpretation capabilities. Proven project and program management skills. Established relationships within oncology and rare disease communities. Familiarity with specialty pharmacy distribution models and payer/provider dynamics. Pharmaceutical sales experience. Experience building and scaling clinical education programs and content.