In this episode of Exiting Academia, I walk through what it can look like to move from an MPhil in Medical Science into a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) role. If you’re a grad student or PhD who’s been trained to think “bench to faculty” is the only legitimate path, this conversation is meant to widen the map—especially for people who want to stay close to science, patients, and clinical impact without staying in academia. I focus on the practical career-coaching side of the transition: how to translate academic expertise into industry language, what kinds of experiences typically signal readiness for MSL work, and how to approach the job search with a clear narrative rather than a scattered list of skills. My goal is to help you identify the through-line from your training to the role—so you can communicate value to hiring teams, build a targeted plan, and move forward with confidence. If you’re considering industry but don’t want to “leave science,” MSL is one of the most common and credible bridges—and I break down how to start positioning yourself for it.