Medical Science Liaison Rare Disease
| Company | Acadia Pharmaceuticals |
|---|---|
| Location | Indianapolis, IN, USA, Detroit, MI, USA, Columbus, OH, USA |
| Salary | $138700 – $184900 |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | PharmD, PhD, MD |
| Experience Level | Mid Level, Senior |
Requirements
- Advanced degree (MD, PharmD, PhD) in a scientific discipline or related field
- 5 years of progressively responsible experience within the pharmaceutical or biotech industry
- Focus on rare diseases, epilepsy, neurology or psychiatry is strongly preferred
- Previous MSL experience desired
- 7 years of progressively responsible experience in the medical, clinical, and/or pharmaceutical field for Sr. Medical Science Liaison
- 3 years as an MSL for Sr. Medical Science Liaison
Responsibilities
- Identifies and develops relationships with national and regional medical and scientific thought leaders, patient advocacy groups, and centers of excellence
- Engages national and regional thought leaders to align interests, discuss research and medical information, and participate in scientific exchange and education
- Provides research trial site support and investigator-initiated research proposal cultivation and facilitation
- Develops and maintains scientific, clinical and therapeutic expertise for Acadia’s portfolio
- Cross-functionally collaborates with regional field leadership partners including Regional Business Leaders (RBL) and Account Business Managers (ABMs)
- Provides strategic field insights
- Identifies disease concepts and compound characteristics that can be leveraged into product differentiation
- Provide appropriate scientific, clinical, and educational support for internal and external clients
- Represents the company at specific continuing educational events, programs, medical meetings and conventions
- Supports Commercial operations by participating in Speaker and Sales Representative Training
- Partners with the internal departments to ensure accurate delivery of medical and scientific information
- Performs other duties as assigned
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of regulatory, compliance, commercial, and clinical issues affecting the pharmaceutical and managed care industries
- Knowledge of customer segments and market dynamics
- Excellent planning and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and with cross-functional teams
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, including presentation and facilitation formats
- Demonstrated expertise in drug information communication
- Skilled at negotiating with business partners or management and influencing leaders
- Highly skilled and proficient with all MS Suites programs, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Ability to travel up to 75% of time, with primary residence within the territory area