Medical Science Liaison Job in Italy | Novocure Oncology Career
A Medical Science Liaison Job is available at Novocure for experienced professionals seeking impactful healthcare jobs in oncology. This field-based role in Southern Italy focuses on scientific engagement, medical strategy execution, and ethical knowledge exchange with oncology healthcare professionals. The position is suitable for candidates looking for MD jobs and advanced healthcare jobs in Italy within a growing oncology organization.
Job Details:
- Job Role: Medical Science Liaison
- Location: IT – South-Italy
About the Company
Novocure is a company with a powerful mission to extend the lives of people living with some of the most aggressive forms of cancer. Each role directly impacts patients and those who care for them. The organization brings together passionate and collaborative professionals who support innovation and scientific advancement. With the drive of a startup and the strength of more than 25 years of success, Novocure continues to grow globally.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
- An advanced scientific or healthcare-related degree (MD), a master’s degree, and a healthcare professional background are considered
- Minimum 3 years of experience as a Medical Science Liaison
- Strong oncology background, including scientific expertise and an established professional network
- Experience in a mid-to-large pharmaceutical company with a solid understanding of Medical Affairs processes and ways of working
- High motivation to work in a field-based role, covering Central–South Italy up to 80% of the time
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience contributing to medical strategy within an oncology therapeutic area
- Highly organized and structured approach to work
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Autonomous, proactive, and motivated to work extensively in the field
Job Description
The Medical Science Liaison acts as a scientific expert and trusted partner, ensuring the ethical and high-quality exchange of scientific information related to Novocure products and relevant disease areas. This healthcare job supports a company in a phase of establishment and requires an experienced Medical Science Liaison who can work autonomously, bring structure and organization, and operate effectively within established Medical Affairs processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the scientific interface between Novocure and healthcare professionals by providing credible, fair, balanced, non-promotional scientific information
- Develop, maintain, and expand strong relationships with oncology healthcare professionals and scientific experts
- Support appropriate utilization of Novocure products and provide scientific insights on oncology disease areas
- Facilitate and support investigator-sponsored research and other clinical development activities
- Contribute to the development and execution of the local Medical Affairs plan
- Deliver scientific presentations to scientific leaders and decision-makers
- Attend and support medical meetings, congresses, advisory boards, and scientific events
- Collect and communicate medical insights and field feedback to internal cross-functional partners
- Ensure full compliance with Novocure SOPs, local regulations, and international guidelines
