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Job outlook for physician liaisons in the United States
Physician liaison job growth summary. After extensive research, interviews, and analysis, Zippia's data science team found that:
The projected physician liaison job growth rate is 7% from 2018-2028.
About 55,400 new jobs for physician liaisons are projected over the next decade.
Physician liaison salaries have increased 10% for physician liaisons in the last 5 years.
There are over 13,256 physician liaisons currently employed in the United States.
There are 64,483 active physician liaison job openings in the US.
The average physician liaison salary is $210,572.
Are physician liaison jobs in demand?
Physician liaison job and salary trends over time
Physician liaison jobs over time
Physician liaison job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 13,256 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 2,950 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 14,145 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 6,552 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 7,259 | 0.00% |
Average physician liaison salary over time
Physician liaison salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $210,572 | $101.24 | +2.5% |
| 2025 | $205,459 | $98.78 | +1.7% |
| 2024 | $201,992 | $97.11 | +1.2% |
| 2023 | $199,622 | $95.97 | +4.3% |
| 2022 | $191,335 | $91.99 | +3.3% |
Physician liaison jobs by state
Most common states for physician liaisons
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 175 | 20% |
| 2 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 203 | 15% |
| 3 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 115 | 15% |
| 4 | New Mexico | 2,088,070 | 277 | 13% |
| 5 | Alaska | 739,795 | 97 | 13% |
| 6 | Vermont | 623,657 | 82 | 13% |
| 7 | Wisconsin | 5,795,483 | 708 | 12% |
| 8 | Maine | 1,335,907 | 156 | 12% |
| 9 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 124 | 12% |
| 10 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 596 | 11% |
| 11 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 72 | 10% |
| 12 | Pennsylvania | 12,805,537 | 1,209 | 9% |
| 13 | Arizona | 7,016,270 | 642 | 9% |
| 14 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 617 | 9% |
| 15 | Oregon | 4,142,776 | 365 | 9% |
| 16 | New York | 19,849,399 | 1,525 | 8% |
| 17 | Indiana | 6,666,818 | 537 | 8% |
| 18 | South Carolina | 5,024,369 | 405 | 8% |
| 19 | Connecticut | 3,588,184 | 303 | 8% |
| 20 | Nevada | 2,998,039 | 228 | 8% |
Most common cities for physician liaisons
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gainesville | 2 | 5% | $220,457 |
| 2 | Arlington Heights | 2 | 3% | $226,653 |
| 3 | Burlingame | 1 | 3% | $205,086 |
| 4 | Cookeville | 1 | 3% | $217,148 |
| 5 | Boca Raton | 2 | 2% | $246,355 |
| 6 | Covina | 1 | 2% | $203,946 |
| 7 | Orlando | 2 | 1% | $245,295 |
| 8 | Duluth | 1 | 1% | $267,150 |
| 9 | Grand Rapids | 1 | 1% | $233,723 |
| 10 | Chicago | 3 | 0% | $226,239 |
| 11 | Atlanta | 2 | 0% | $220,341 |
| 12 | Oklahoma City | 2 | 0% | $261,052 |
| 13 | San Francisco | 2 | 0% | $205,087 |
| 14 | Baltimore | 1 | 0% | $218,908 |
| 15 | Fort Worth | 1 | 0% | $205,256 |
| 16 | Fremont | 1 | 0% | $204,910 |
Physician Liaison job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of physician liaison experts
Marshall University
The University of Akron
Albright College
What general advice would you give to a Physician Liaison?
John Colclough: Be patient and stay informed. Many performers think their career is about the work in the rehearsal hall or in performance-not so, the real work is in the management of your business. Being an authority of WHO, WHAT and WHERE is key. WHO are the players in your market? The directors, actors, casting people, producing organizations, etc...these are who you need to know-your network. WHAT opportunities exist in your market? The theatres, video companies, universities (if you have an MFA you may be able to teach a class or two), Improvisation groups, any opportunity that allows you to grow your brand is worth your attention. And finally, WHERE are the opportunities-knowing your community and having a sense of how each company fits into the fabric of the community. Having a sense of where the company resides both geographically and virtually (web sites) and having a solid knowledge base of details of each company can inform your marketing tactics as well as provide you with specific details unique to each organization. Careers develop over time and keeping expectations realistic over the first year can be challenging. Be practical and methodical in your approach: save money (there's never enough), find a place to live (the best you can afford), find a side hustle (you're going to need money and routine), find out the lay of the land (WHO, WHAT, and WHERE), develop your skill set (take a class and meet colleagues), go to productions, screenings, workshops, document your growth (keep a journal or calendar to track your progress), celebrate your successes and be patient with your stumbles-Hard knocks are the best teachers!
What skills stand out on Physician Liaison resumes?
Dr. Stephen Weeks: Generally, employers like to see "hands-on" skills for graduates. So, lab-based classes, internships, volunteer work (e.g., in hospitals or other health care settings), and experience in research labs look great on resumes. Because biology is such a diverse field, I cannot point to specific skills for the entire range of biology. Generally, however, having good writing skills will almost certainly be helpful for any biology career.
What experience really stands out on Physician Liaison resumes?
Justin Couchman Ph.D.: Even during the pandemic, the main things that stand out on a resume are internships and research experience. That might be online now or under strange new conditions, but still, get it where you can. Make an opportunity for yourself or suggest possible ways of getting involved in video conferences or online research. The methods are changing, but counselors are still working on Zoom and other platforms.
One of the most common interview questions is: "Describe a situation in which you faced great difficulty and how you handled it." Every recent graduate has been faced with great difficulty, and it is good to think about how you can handle it and pull as much good out of the situation as possible. In many ways forming your personal story is more comfortable today because there are many more challenges and many more opportunities to succeed.