Medical Scientific Liaison Specialist - Abbott Diabetes Care - Netherlands

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Medical Science Liaison (Early–Mid Career)

? Netherlands | Division: Abbott Diabetes Care

About Abbott Diabetes Care

At Abbott Diabetes Care, we are transforming the lives of people with diabetes through innovative technologies that provide actionable insights and freedom. As part of our medical team, you will play a pivotal role in advancing scientific understanding and strengthening partnerships across the healthcare ecosystem.

The Opportunity

We are looking for an early to mid?career Medical Science Liaison (MSL) to join our team in the Netherlands. In this field-based role, you will act as a trusted scientific partner to healthcare professionals and key external experts, supporting high?quality medical engagement and contributing to the execution of our medical strategy.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to deepen their impact in a dynamic, patient?focused environment within medical devices and diabetes care.

What You’ll Do

Serve as the primary scientific contact for healthcare professionals, payers, and external stakeholders

Deliver engaging scientific presentations in clinical and educational settings

Build and maintain strong relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and healthcare organizations

Support execution of the national medical strategy in collaboration with cross?functional teams

Lead and coordinate educational programs, scientific events, and advisory boards

Attend key scientific conferences and translate insights into actionable strategies

Provide internal medical training and ensure up-to-date scientific knowledge across teams

Review materials to ensure scientific accuracy and compliance

Contribute to medical value dossiers and clinical strategy development

Ensure adherence to regulatory and ethical standards

What You Bring

A scientific degree (PhD or MD preferred)

Early to mid?career experience (approx. 3–5 years) in healthcare, pharma, or medical devices

Experience in customer-facing healthcare roles (e.g., MSL, clinical specialist, medical advisor)

Knowledge or strong interest in diabetes care

Strong skills in scientific communication and data interpretation

A collaborative mindset with excellent stakeholder engagement skills

High level of integrity, autonomy, and accountability

Fluency in Dutch and English (Mandatory)

Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel within the Netherlands

What We Offer

A meaningful role in a purpose?driven organization improving patient outcomes

Exposure to innovative products and cutting-edge science

A collaborative, cross?functional working environment

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Opportunities for career growth within Abbott’s global network

The base pay for this position is

N/A

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:

Medical & Scientific Affairs

DIVISION:

ADC Diabetes Care

LOCATION:

Netherlands > Hoofddorp : Wegalaan 9

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

TRAVEL:

Yes, 75 % of the Time

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

Not Applicable

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Not Applicable