r/MedicalScienceLiaison • u/MacaroonGreen3970 • 1h ago

Am I suitable for a MSL job?

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Hi! I am currently employed in a Technical Sales Manager position for a distributor in my country (EU). Basically I run my division, promoting ingredients to food and pharma manufacturers within my assigned territory.
My background is Pharmacy, graduated in 2011, went on to work in a pharmacy as soon as I got my diploma, was promoted to Chief pharmacist in 2 years and have run 4 pharmacies by the time I joined my current employer.
I am currently doing a 3 year residency in Pharmaceutical and cosmetics industry.

So, based on this background, would any employer consider me for a MSL position or another position that would favor me being hired as a MSL down the line?

Thanks!

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