As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Clinical Science Liaison in the US is $62,046, equivalent to $30 per hour, $1,193 weekly, or $5,171 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Clinical Science Liaison in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Clinical Science Liaison in the US vary widely, spanning from $45,360 to $80,057. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($53,312) and 75th percentile ($71,474), while top earners (90th percentile) make $80,057 per year. This $18,162 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Integrity or Oncology, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Clinical Science Liaison often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 70 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Clinical Science Liaison Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Clinical Science Liaison Salary $45,360 US January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Clinical Science Liaison Salary $53,312 US January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Clinical Science Liaison Salary $62,046 US January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Clinical Science Liaison Salary $71,474 US January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Clinical Science Liaison Salary $80,057 US January 01, 2026
25% $53,312 10% $45,360 90% $80,057 75% $71,474 $62,046 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Clinical Science Liaison ?

A medical science liaison (MSL) is a healthcare consulting professional who is employed by pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, and managed care companies. Other job titles for medical science liaisons may include medical liaisons, clinical science liaisons, medical science managers, regional medical scientists, and regional medical directors. The term "MSL" was originally trademarked by Upjohn as "Education services – namely, initiation of drug studies in laboratory and clinical settings and development of workshops, symposia, and seminars for physicians, medical societies, special...

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