Sr. Medical Science Liaison





We are the people who give possibilities purpose

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.





Job Description

This is a Field Based role. Locations: Colorado/ Great Lakes (ND, SD, CO, MN, WI), North East, (NY, NJ, MA, RI, CT) or Mid Atlantic (PA, VA, NC) (must live within the territory)

Job Responsibilities:

• Align on medical strategy and key objectives with cross-functional partners, including medical, clinical, marketing, commercial, regulatory, R&D, and market access teams.
• Identify, segment, and map all relevant stakeholders: KOLs, plastic and reconstructive surgeons, HCPs, payers, patient groups, and internal influencers.
• Gather and analyze comprehensive data on stakeholder backgrounds, interests, and networks to prioritize impactful engagement.
• Develop personalized engagement plans reflecting stakeholder needs and organizational goals in plastic and reconstructive surgery.
• Design and execute coordinated objectives for each audience segment, with clearly defined scientific and educational outcomes.
• Deploy a blend of proactive (planned educational sessions, advisory boards, congress symposia) and reactive (data inquiry response, ad hoc consultation) engagement tactics.
• Use diverse engagement channels: in-person or virtual KOL meetings, collaborative research, educational events, surgical congresses, and digital platforms.
• Collect, document, and communicate insights from stakeholder interactions to internal teams, continually refining the overall medical strategy and supporting leadership in plastic and reconstructive surgery therapeutics.
• Maintain strict compliance and ethical standards, ensuring clear separation between scientific engagement and promotional activity.
• Track engagement activities against established benchmarks; assess and adapt engagement impact and tactics to maximize value.
• Foster and sustain long-term, mutually beneficial relationships with stakeholders by serving as a scientific expert and advancing clinical knowledge.
• Keep up to date in therapeutic area, scientific narrative and main study level to ensure expertise level in plastics and reconstructive surgery
• Demonstrate the ability to manage a small territory while serving as a “player-coach” for newly hired MSLs, with direct management responsibility and accountability for three MSLs.

Required Requirements:

• Advance Scientific or Clinical Degree preferred (MD, DO, PhD, PharmD, NP, PA, RN)
• 3-5 years of either: Field-based MSL experience and / or clinical plastic surgery work experience.
• Plastic and reconstructive surgery experience is a must industry or clinical background in plastic surgery.
• Previous management experience.

Preferred Requirements

• Strong expertise in medical affairs, KOL engagement, and the clinical/regulatory landscape specific to surgical innovation
• Demonstrated record of effective cross-functional collaboration and understanding of compliance.
• Ability to analyze stakeholder networks and tailor communications to varying audiences
• Outstanding presentation, relationship-building, and organizational skills
• Ability to interpret complicated clinical and pre-clinical data
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Knowledge of the US Healthcare System and relevant regulations
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of clinical trial design and process
• Understanding of US healthcare system, medical practice, and clinical decision making
• Ability to develop trust and integrity with peers and others within BD
• Experience with OR/surgical suite environment and familiarity with credentialing and OR certification process strongly preferred.
• Travel: 60-80%% travel, including overnight and weekend stays.

At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

At BD, we are committed to supporting our associates’ well-being, development, and success through a performance-based culture. For this position, BD offers a competitive compensation package along with the following benefits specific to this role: 

• Annual Bonus
• Potential Discretionary LTI Bonus 

Health and Well-being Benefits 

• Medical coverage 

• Health Savings Accounts 

• Flexible Spending Accounts 

• Dental coverage 

• Vision coverage 

• Hospital Care Insurance 

• Critical Illness Insurance 

• Accidental Injury Insurance 

• Life and AD&D insurance 

• Short-term disability coverage 

• Long-term disability insurance 

• Long-term care with life insurance 

Other Well-being Resources 

• Anxiety management program 

• Wellness incentives 

• Sleep improvement program 

• Diabetes management program 

• Virtual physical therapy 

• Emotional/mental health support programs 

• Weight management programs 

• Gastrointestinal health program 

• Substance use management program 

• Musculoskeletal surgery, cancer treatment, and bariatric surgery benefit 

Retirement and Financial Well-being 

• BD 401(k) Plan 

• BD Deferred Compensation and Restoration Plan 

• 529 College Savings Plan 

• Financial counseling 

• Baxter Credit Union (BCU) 

• Daily Pay 

• College financial aid and application guidance 

Life Balance Programs 

• Paid time off (PTO), including all required State leaves 

• Educational assistance/tuition reimbursement 

• MetLife Legal Plan 

• Group auto and home insurance 

• Pet insurance 

• Commuter benefits 

• Discounts on products and services 

• Academic Achievement Scholarship 

• Service Recognition Awards 

• Employer matching donation 

• Workplace accommodations 

Other Life Balance Programs 

• Adoption assistance 

• Backup day care and eldercare 

• Support for neurodivergent adults, children, and caregivers 

• Caregiving assistance for elderly and special needs individuals 

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 

• Paid Parental Leave 

• Support for fertility, birthing, postpartum, and age-related hormonal changes 

Leave Programs 

• Bereavement leaves 

• Military leave 

• Personal leave 

• Family and Medical Leave (FML) 

• Jury and Witness Duty Leave
  

Why Join Us?

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.

We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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Primary Work Location

USA RI - Warwick

Additional Locations

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Salary Range Information

$149,600.00 - $239,400.00 USD Annual