Welcome To The
MEDICAL SCIENCE LIAISON ASSOCIATION

The Professional Body for MSLs in the UK and Ireland

For the field-based medical affairs professional, working within the pharmaceutical industry, in the UK or Ireland

Created by MSLs, for MSLs…

“The MSLA is a truly independent, not for profit, professional body for field-based medical professionals working within the pharmaceutical industry in the UK or Ireland. We are not funded, supported or endorsed by any third party company.”

Setting Standards

Define and leverage standards of practice to ensure compliance with ABPI Code and other relevant regulatory frameworks

Our Mission

Building Credibility

Demonstrate and grow the value and credibility of the MSL role both within the industry and with external stakeholders

Creating a common platform

Establish a common platform across industry to share & drive best practice

Join Us

As a member you will enjoy the following privileges:

Membership of the MSLA is now free

Exclusive MSL Masterclass Programme

Interactive e-learning modules

Career development advice

Monthly dedicated MSL newsletter

Discount to the Annual Conference

Opportunity to network with other MSLA members from across the industry to share ideas and seek advice

Help shape an association whose primary aim is to support, leverage and promote the role of Medical Science Liaison

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Join us whether you are an aspiring MSL, a current MSL, a MSL leader or work in the wider medical affairs arena

Upcoming Events

Q&A

I am a current member of the MSLA. What will change with regard to my membership?
Nothing will change, except membership will be free to all for 2025 and thereafter pro bono for those companies who subscribe to the LSAA (over 90% of UK pharma), pro bono for aspiring MSLs and those in Academia and the NHS.

How will I renew my membership moving forward?
The LSAA will be in contact at least 30 days before the renewal.

How do I cancel my membership?
Simply email the MSLA: k ath.hill@msla.org.uk

How do I stop my recurrent payments for the MSLA membership?
Contact PayPal and/or your credit card provider to ask for the recurrent payments to be stopped with immediate effect.

I am an aspiring MSL – how will this change help me?
There will be new masterclasses, training programmes and development pathways which the LSAA will make available to you.

I am an existing MSL- how will this change help me?
The Life Science Access Academy is the UK’s leading training platform for the Life Science sector. This exciting collaboration marks a significant milestone in their mission to enhance support for MSLs. The LSAA’s expertise in the Life Science sector will ensure that the high standards set by the MSLA will not only be maintained but improved. Our shared goal remains to provide a thriving community for MSLs, offering top-tier professional development and networking opportunities.

Will there be an annual conference in 2025?
Yes, details will be announced in due course.

Will the existing committee members continue in situ?
Yes – and we will be expanding the committee.

How can I get more involved and join the committee?
Please email us to find out more - kath.hill@msla.org.uk

Will the website continue to function?
Yes we will continue to host and update the MSLA website.

Who do I contact with any queries?
kath.hill@msla.org.uk

Will the MSLA LinkedIn page change?
We will continue to post MSLA relevant and essential content for our members on our current LinkedIn page.

Welcome To The MEDICAL SCIENCE LIAISON ASSOCIATION