Role Summary

The Oncology Medical Science Liaison (MSL) is a field-based, non-promotional role supporting GSK’s clinical development activities in oncology in Japan. This position is focused on supporting ongoing and planned clinical trials through high-quality scientific exchange with investigators and trial sites, contributing to the appropriate conduct of clinical research and the generation of scientific evidence.

The MSL serves as a scientific and clinical resource to investigators and internal stakeholders by facilitating trial-related discussions, identifying barriers to trial execution, and providing insights to Medical Affairs and Clinical Development teams in alignment with GSK policies and Japanese regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities (Japan – Pipeline Role)

・Support GSK oncology clinical trials by engaging with investigators, sub-investigators, and trial site staff to facilitate scientific understanding of study protocols, disease biology, and trial-related data

・Provide scientific support for clinical trial initiation, conduct, and feasibility, including 
investigator meetings and trial-related educational activities

・Identify and communicate trial-related insights, operational challenges, and scientific feedback from investigators to Medical Affairs and Clinical Development teams

・Collaborate closely with Clinical Operations, Medical Affairs, and other internal stakeholders to support effective trial execution in Japan

・Maintain up-to-date scientific knowledge in assigned oncology disease areas relevant to GSK’s clinical development portfolio

・Ensure all activities are conducted in strict compliance with Japanese regulations, GSK 
policies, and applicable SOPs

※職務内容および勤務地の変更範囲は会社の定めるところとする。

必要な条件Basic Qualification

経験 Experience、スキル Skill

・生命科学、医療科学、薬学、看護科学、または医療関連分野（例：MSC、MS、MPH、RN、または同等の科学的教育課程）の学位取得者

・ 製薬業界でのCRO、MRでのオンコロジー経験、またはメディカル部門での臨床研究におけるオンコロジー経験

・ 臨床試験のサポート経験（研究者や試験施設との関与など）

・ 科学的コミュニケーション能力が高く、臨床の専門家とエビデンスに基づいた議論ができる能力

・ 日本の臨床研究規制およびコンプライアンス要件（製薬業界における関連する法律や規制）の理解、またはこれを迅速に習得する能力 

・Advanced degree in a life science, medical science, pharmacy, nursing sciences, or healthcare-related discipline (e.g., MSc, MS, MPH, RN, or equivalent scientific training)
・Oncology experience through clinical research, pharmaceutical industry roles, CRO, MR or medical affairs functions
・Experience supporting or working with clinical trials, including interaction with investigators or trial sites
・Strong scientific communication skills and ability to engage in evidence-based discussions with clinical experts
・Understanding of Japanese clinical research regulations and compliance requirements (the relevant laws and regulations in the pharmaceutical industry), or demonstrated ability to rapidly acquire this knowledge

学位/資格/語学力 Education/certification/Language

・日本語：上級（母国語級）

・ 英語：英語論文を理解できるレベル

・Japanese: fluent

・English: Enough skills to understand the medical articles.

望ましい条件 Preferred Qualification
経験 Experience、スキル Skill

・ 医療専門資格：薬剤師、医師、看護師、獣医師など

・ 製薬会社メディカル部門でのMSL経験、臨床研究を主導した経験、R&Dにおける治験実施の経験、または類似の臨床開発関連の経験

・ 日本国内におけるオンコロジー臨床試験の支援経験があれば望ましい

・ オンコロジーMSLとしての経験が3年以上であれば望ましい

・Medical professional qualifications: Pharmacist, Doctor, Nurse, Veterinarian, etc.
・Prior experience in a Medical Science Liaison, Clinical Research Associate, Clinical Scientist, or similar clinical development role
・Experience supporting oncology clinical trials in Japan
・More than 3 years experience of oncology MSL is preferable

Skills

Why GSK?

Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases – to impact health at scale.

People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we’re committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people.

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