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The Principal Medical Science Liaison (MSL) is a senior, field-based Medical Affairs leader within Baxter's Advanced Surgery organization. This role serves as the primary scientific and clinical expert across the Central U.S. region and plays a critical role in shaping regional medical strategy, evidence generation, and surgeon engagement.
Job Responsibility
Serve as the senior medical expert for Advanced Surgery technologies
Lead peer-to-peer scientific exchange with surgeons and interdisciplinary healthcare professionals
Translate complex clinical, surgical, and health economic data into actionable medical insights
Develop and sustain trusted relationships with national, regional, and emerging Surgeon KOLs
Identify, cultivate, and support investigators for Investigator-Initiated Research (IIR) and Baxter-sponsored studies
Capture and communicate voice-of-customer insights to influence clinical evidence strategy and innovation pipelines
Contribute to and help execute regional Medical Affairs strategies
Support advisory boards, investigator meetings, and scientific panels
Partner with global and regional teams to support clinical trial feasibility, site identification, and execution
Design and deliver high-impact medical education
Serve as a medical resource for internal teams
Review promotional and non-promotional materials to ensure compliance
Respond to medical information requests in accordance with Medical Affairs policies
Collaborate with Market Access, Commercial, and HEOR teams
Provide medical expertise to support upcoming product launches and indication expansions
Requirements
Physician Associate (PA) or Physician (MD/DO) required with a minimum of 3 years of surgical experience in an operating room environment
Ability to travel 70% within the Central U.S.
Nice to have
MD/DO with board certification in Cardiac, Spine, Gynecologic, or General Surgery
5+ years of experience in Medical Affairs, medical device, or pharmaceutical industry
Prior experience operating at a principal MSL level, including regional strategy influence
What we offer
medical and dental coverage that start on day one
insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP)
Flexible Spending Accounts
educational assistance programs
paid holidays
paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service