Principal Medical Science Liaison

About the role

This is where your work makes a difference. At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond. Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results. Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride.

Responsibilities

• Build Strategic Scientific Partnerships
• Cultivate trusted relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs), clinical experts, academic institutions, and healthcare systems.
• Lead peer-to-peer scientific discussions focused on clinical evidence, disease-state management, and Baxter's diagnostic and monitoring solutions.
• Identify and develop emerging thought leaders while maintaining strategic engagement plans and insights within CRM platforms.
• Represent Baxter at national and regional conferences, advisory boards, and scientific forums through presentations and expert interactions.
• Advance Research & Clinical Evidence
• Identify unmet clinical needs, research opportunities, and evidence gaps that can drive innovation and improve patient outcomes.
• Support investigator-initiated studies by evaluating concepts, assessing feasibility, and facilitating collaboration with research sites.
• Partner with Medical Affairs, Clinical Affairs, HEOR, Regulatory, and R&D teams to support study execution, publications, and scientific communication strategies.
• Drive Clinical Education & Scientific Excellence
• Deliver tailored scientific education that highlights clinical utility, best practices, outcomes data, and real-world applications of Baxter technologies.
• Support product launches by serving as a credible scientific resource for healthcare professionals and health systems.
• Share clinical expertise with internal teams through disease-state education and scientific training initiatives.
• Influence Strategy Through Collaboration
• Bring the voice of customers and field insights back to the organization to inform medical strategy, product development, and future innovation.
• Collaborate across Medical Affairs, Commercial, Market Access, HEOR, Regulatory, and Clinical teams to ensure scientific strategies align with patient and business needs.
• Help demonstrate both the clinical and economic value of Frontline Care solutions to healthcare systems and key stakeholders.
• Mentor and support the development of newer MSL team members through coaching, onboarding, and knowledge sharing.
• Contribute to regional and national Medical Affairs initiatives, strategic planning efforts, and best-practice development.
• Serve as a recognized subject matter expert and role model for scientific excellence, compliance, and field execution.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in a health science or related discipline required. MD, DO, PA, NP, DNP, RN, or equivalent advanced clinical degree strongly preferred.
• Candidates with an MS, MPH, or comparable degree and substantial relevant experience may also be considered.
• 8+ years of Medical Science Liaison experience within medical devices, diagnostics, biotechnology, or pharmaceuticals.
• Demonstrated success building influential KOL relationships and leading high-value scientific engagements.
• Experience in point-of-care diagnostics, patient monitoring, cardiology, critical care, or related clinical specialties strongly preferred.
• Previous Senior, Lead, or Principal MSL experience is a plus.

Skills & Expertise

• Ability to interpret, synthesize, and communicate complex scientific and clinical data to diverse audiences.
• Strong strategic mindset with the ability to translate scientific insights into meaningful action.
• Exceptional presentation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Experience working independently in a field-based environment while managing multiple priorities and stakeholders.
• Proficiency with CRM platforms (such as Veeva), virtual engagement tools, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of healthcare compliance requirements and industry regulations governing HCP interactions.

Benefits

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $128,000.00 to $176,000.00 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on upon location.

Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees. For additional information regarding Baxter US Benefits, please speak with your recruiter or visit our Benefits site: Benefits | Baxter.

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