Future-Proofing Your MSL Career: Key skills for 2026...and beyond! - Life Science Access Academy

From scientific expert to strategic influencer, discover how to evolve your MSL role to meet the demands of tomorrow

Masterclass Details:

It is no longer enough for Medical Science Liaisons (MSLs) to be scientific experts – they need to be catalysts for change, making big things happen. The role is evolving into a more strategic one; driving meaningful engagement with healthcare professionals, shaping evidence generation and influencing clinical decision-making.

This 60-minute masterclass explores what it takes for MSLs to thrive in today’s environment. Dr Paul Riley will challenge traditional boundaries between field and office-based medical affairs teams, making the case for a more empowered, front-line MSL role.

Exploring how deeper partnerships with clinicians can support co-designed initiatives, from publications to training and service transformation.

Whether you’re looking to future-proof your role or simply enhance your everyday impact, this masterclass offers practical, forward-looking strategies to elevate your contribution in 2026 and beyond.

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand how the MSL role is changing and why strategic thinking matters now more than ever
Explore how to move from sharing insights to driving data-led action
Learn how to co-design real-world evidence initiatives with clinicians
Understand why casual information exchange is failing and how MSLs can implement focused, strategic insight-generation initiatives
Discover practical approaches to insight generation that go beyond ad hoc conversations
Gain confidence in balancing strategic priorities with adaptability in a fast-changing landscape

Date and time

2nd Dec 2025 13:00 – 14:00 (GMT)

Future-Proofing Your MSL Career: Key skills for 2026…and beyond!

Speakers

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Ferring

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Gedeon Richter Women's Health

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