Author(s): Sarah Snyder & Patrina Pellett
Most Medical Science Liaisons take 1–2 years to become truly effective in the field, not just technically competent, but confident and high-performing.
A LinkedIn poll of 858 MSLs confirmed it:
→ 45% said 1–2 years,
→ 34% said 6–12 months, and
→ only 9% said less than six months.
The reason isn't lack of ability.
It's that new MSLs are simultaneously learning a new industry, a highly autonomous role, and a set of professional skills they've never been formally taught.
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