Direct message the job poster from Discera SearchGlobal Executive Search @ Discera-SearchMSL Team Lead – Germany (Rare Disease / Neurology) Home-based, anywhere in Germany Managing 6 MSLs (growing to 10)We are partnering with a rapidly scaling global biotech company to appoint a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) Team Lead for Germany. This is a strategic leadership opportunity to build, coach, and guide a growing field medical team supporting launches in Rare Disease and Neurology.You’ll be responsible for leading a team of 6 MSLs, with plans to expand to 10, and will play a pivotal role in national field strategy, talent development, and scientific engagement across the region.This is a home-based position, open to candidates located anywhere in Germany.What You’ll Be DoingLead and support a high-performing team of MSLs across Germany, fostering a culture of trust, scientific excellence, and continuous developmentProvide strategic oversight on field engagement plans and ensure alignment with global medical affairs objectivesServe as a senior point of contact for internal stakeholders (Medical, Commercial, Clinical) and external thought leadersConduct field coaching, 1:1 development sessions, and performance reviewsDrive consistency and quality in medical insight gathering and disseminationRepresent the German medical team in cross-functional planning meetings and contribute to launch readinessWho We’re Looking ForWe welcome candidates with strong Medical Affairs expertise who are ready to step into their first line management role, as well as those with prior leadership experience.You might be a senior MSL, Medical Advisor, or experienced cross-functional leader who has mentored others and is ready to lead a team directly.Key Criteria:Medical Affairs experience, ideally within MSL / Field Medical Advisor role.Proven mentorship, coaching, or team leadership experience (in any function)Fluent English (German not needed but a significant advantage).Scientific or clinical background (MSc, PhD, PharmD, or MD preferred)Strong communicator with the ability to motivate and leadIndication background: Open to all (Rare Disease/Neurology is a plus but not required)Additional Roles AvailableNot sure if the Team Lead role is quite right? We’re also hiring for:MSL – North GermanyKAM x2 – GermanyFeel free to apply here, contact me (Linkedin or email - charles@discera-search.com) or forward this post to a friend.Seniority levelSeniority levelNot ApplicableEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionScience, Strategy/Planning, and MarketingIndustriesBiotechnology Research and Pharmaceutical ManufacturingReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Discera Search by 2xGet notified about new Medical Science Liaison jobs in Germany.Medical Science Liaison - Northern EuropeEssen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany 23 hours agoMedical Science Liaison (acting as Country Medical Lead) - BiosimilarsMedical Science Liaison Lead Dermatology Süd (all genders)Medical Advisor (Field) - Germany (East)(Senior) Medical Affairs Scientist (m/w/d) Field, Fokus Antiinfektiva, Region BayernMedical Advisor (Field) - Germany (North West)North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany 1 week agoMedical Science Liaison Manager (DACH), Surgical Structural HeartFrankfurt Rhine-Main Metropolitan Area 2 days agoField Medical Advisor Central - Eastern GermanyAssociate Director, Field Medical AdvisorAssociate Director, Field Medical Advisor (m/w/d)Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany 1 week agoMedical Writer / Medical Content Manager (m/w/d)We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr