Uniphar provides tailored recruitment solutions for Medical Science Liaisons (MSLs) and Medical Affairs professionals.
We partner with life sciences organizations to build stronger field medical teams — recruiting outstanding MSL and Medical Affairs talent and supporting their success with innovative, AI-powered tools that make teams more effective, more informed, and better equipped to create meaningful impact.
Built by Medical Affairs physicians, Uniphar’s BESTMSLs created the first scientifically credentialed MSL team in 1989 — and has led the industry ever since.
An extensive global network of over 10,000 MSLs and medical affairs leaders – one of the largest in the industry.
Teams hired in as little as 6 weeks thanks to our vast network and specialized recruiters.
A >90% MSL retention rate, above industry benchmarks. We match the right people the first time, so you’re not re-hiring mid-program.
We train, deploy, manage, and support your team — with AI-powered upskilling and ongoing performance management.
End to end, we recruit, train, deploy, manage, and support your field-medical team:
Whether you’re a fast-growing biotech or a leading pharmaceutical company, our recruiting solutions are tailored to fit your needs
From hiring a single expert to building an entire team, our contract professionals seamlessly integrate into your organization—becoming experts in your brand and therapeutic area while engaging effectively with stakeholders.
Looking to expand your internal team? We’ll help you identify and hire candidates who align with your company culture and specific qualifications, ensuring a perfect fit for every role.
The best Medical Affairs talent rarely comes from a job board. It comes through relationships. Our dedicated recruiting team works across North America, Europe, Australia, and the Middle East, so you get local market knowledge with global reach. You might need one MSL in a hard-to-fill territory, a CTL team to energize trial sites, or a full field medical organization across several countries. Either way, we draw on a network of more than 10,000 MSLs and Medical Affairs leaders to find the right people, wherever your science needs to go.
Our recruiting services are built for versatility and precision, offering two key models:
Contingent Recruitment
A results-driven model—you pay only when you hire a candidate we’ve sourced. Perfect for filling full-time, permanent roles with zero upfront risk.
Contract Staffing
Ideal for temporary support during projects, peak demand, or when specialized expertise is needed— addressing resource gaps without the overhead of permanent hires.
You gain access to an expansive network that delivers a diverse pool of highly skilled MSL candidates. This ensures you connect with top talent who may not be actively seeking roles but are open to new opportunities.
Hiring MSLs in-house can be a resource-intensive process. By outsourcing recruitment, your company can save countless hours and administrative costs—freeing up your internal teams to focus on strategic initiatives.
Specialized recruiters understand the intricacies of the MSL role and know how to identify the best-fit candidates for your team. This ensures your recruits not only meet the qualifications but also align with your organization’s culture and goals.
Whether you’re hiring one MSL or an entire team, outsourcing provides unmatched flexibility. A MSL Recruiting agency can scale up or down based on your company’s hiring needs, ensuring agility and efficiency.
MSLs work within highly regulated environments. Outsourced recruiters have in-depth knowledge of pharmaceutical industry standards and ensure candidates meet compliance and regulatory requirements from day one.
Outsourcing recruitment often proves more cost-effective than maintaining a permanent in-house recruitment team. Transparent pricing models keep costs predictable, allowing you to maximize your budget.
With recruitment offloaded to professionals, your internal team can channel their energy toward core activities like research, development, and patient engagement—driving your business forward.
Outsourced recruiters use advanced screening processes and tools to evaluate candidates thoroughly. This guarantees you hire top-tier talent with the qualifications and soft skills necessary for the MSL role.
Recruitment agencies leverage the latest technology, including AI-driven tools, to attract, assess, and engage top candidates faster and more effectively. This tech advantage ensures you’re staying one step ahead.
Attracting and retaining top MSL talent is crucial for driving innovation in the pharmaceutical industry. With outsourcing, you’ll gain a competitive edge, ensuring your team is composed of the best talent available.
With over 30 years of MSL and CTL Recruiting experience, we go beyond hiring — we train, equip, and manage teams for measurable success. Built by physicians who’ve led Medical Affairs, Uniphar delivers MSL and CTL teams that engage, educate, and enhance patient care — and that stay, with a >90% retention rate above industry benchmarks.
Don’t wait to build the team that will shape your pipeline — schedule a consultation with Uniphar today.
