Medical Science Liaison - Western Region
Overview
The MLS is a field-based Medical Affairs role responsible for non-promotional, evidence-based scientific exchange between PepsiCo and the external medical and scientific community.
Operating within the unbranded, science-centric Medical Affairs model, the MSL serves as a trusted scientific interlocutor with healthcare professionals, researchers, and academic institutions. The role supports scientific education, insight generation, and evidence translation, while operating under defined quality, compliance, and transparency frameworks.
The Scientific Liaison does not sell or promote products. All activities are conducted in alignment with Medical Affairs strategy, Medical Governance and Compliance, and applicable regulatory and Sunshine Act requirements.
Responsibilities
Scientific Exchange & Education
- Engage in non-promotional, evidence-based scientific dialogue with healthcare professionals, researchers, and scientific stakeholders.
- Communicate current scientific evidence related to hydration, nutrition, physiology, and related standards of care.
- Support scientific education initiatives aligned with Medical Affairs objectives and approved materials.
- Gather and synthesize scientific and clinical insights from the field to inform Medical Affairs strategy, evidence generation, and research prioritization.
- Provide structured feedback to Medical Affairs, Clinical Operations, and R&D teams.
- Identify emerging scientific trends, unmet needs, and external research opportunities.
- Support clinical studies, real-world evidence initiatives, and observational research through site engagement and scientific collaboration.
- Facilitate compliant interactions with external investigators and academic partners.
- Operate within approved protocols and quality standards defined by Medical Affairs and Medical Governance and Compliance.
- Execute all external engagements in compliance with Medical Affairs SOPs, Medical Governance and Compliance standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.
- Adhere to Sunshine Act / transparency reporting, fair market value (FMV) standards, and documentation requirements.
- Participate in training and quality reviews to maintain audit-ready practices.
- Partner with Medical Affairs leadership, Medical Governance and Compliance , Clinical Operations, Policy, and Legal teams as required.
- Support internal education by sharing field insights and scientific learnings.
- Maintain clear separation from branded marketing and sales activities.
- The expected compensation range for this position is between $123,500 - $206,750.
- Location, confirmed job-related skills, experience, and education will be considered in setting actual starting salary. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.
- Bonus based on performance and eligibility target payout is 15% of annual salary paid out annually.
- Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement.
- In addition to salary, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan.
- Original Posting Date : (MM/DD/YY)
While subject to change based on business needs, PepsiCo reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 5 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 5 days after the original posting date as listed above.
- Advanced degree in life sciences, nutrition, physiology, pharmacy, medicine, or related scientific field.
- 9+ years industry experience required in Pharmaceutical, Medical Devices, CPG, Nutrition, or related industry
- At least 5 years experience in a Medical Science Liaison (or parallel) position required
- Experience in Medical Affairs, scientific engagement, clinical education, or research-facing roles.
- Strong understanding of scientific literature, evidence evaluation, and data interpretation.
- Familiarity with regulated scientific environments and compliance expectations.
- Ability to communicate complex scientific concepts clearly and credibly to external experts.
- Scientific credibility and intellectual curiosity
- Non-promotional role; no sales targets or brand promotion
- Operates under Medical Affairs strategy and Medical Governance and Compliance
- All external engagements must be approved, documented, and compliant
- Acts as a scientific representative of PepsiCo, not a commercial one
- Strong ethical standards and compliance mindset
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- Ability to operate effectively in a matrix organization
- Comfort working independently in a field-based role
- This position is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States
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