Medical Science Liaison / Senior Medical Science Liaison - Neuroscience

About the Opportunity

Our client, an innovative, research-driven biopharmaceutical company, is seeking a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) or Senior Medical Science Liaason to support its expanding neuroscience portfolio, with a primary focus on Alzheimer's disease. This field-based role will serve as a scientific expert and trusted resource for healthcare professionals, fostering scientific exchange, gathering medical insights, and supporting medical affairs initiatives across a designated territory.

This position covers the Plains Region (Illinois, Missouri, Nebraska, Kansas, and Iowa). Candidates must reside within the assigned territory.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain collaborative scientific relationships with healthcare professionals and key opinion leaders throughout the assigned territory.
• Build and maintain deep expertise in Alzheimer's disease, neuroscience, and related therapeutic areas, including current clinical data, treatment landscapes, and emerging research.
• Provide accurate, balanced, and evidence-based scientific information to external healthcare professionals and internal stakeholders.
• Deliver scientific presentations and educational discussions in response to unsolicited requests.
• Gather, analyze, and communicate medical insights from healthcare professionals to help inform medical and clinical strategies.
• Assess regional scientific needs and identify opportunities to support clinical and organizational objectives.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, Commercial, and other internal teams while maintaining compliance with industry regulations.
• Support company-sponsored clinical research activities and assist with investigator-initiated research discussions and processes as appropriate.
• Stay informed on evolving scientific literature, treatment guidelines, and market trends within neuroscience.
• Contribute to the continued growth and success of the Field Medical organization through collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Complete required documentation, including field activity reports, medical insights, medical information requests, expense reports, and required training.

Qualifications

• Advanced scientific or clinical degree required (MD, DO, PharmD, PhD, DNP, or equivalent).
• Previous Medical Science Liaison experience preferred.
• Experience in neurology, neuroscience, Alzheimer's disease, geriatric psychiatry, or related therapeutic areas is highly desirable.
• Candidates must reside within the assigned territory.
• Ability to travel up to 75%, including overnight and occasional weekend travel.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain required healthcare facility credentials for field access.

Preferred Skills

• Strong scientific knowledge and the ability to communicate complex clinical data effectively to a variety of audiences.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships with healthcare professionals and key external stakeholders.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and excellent time management skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of professionalism and compliance.

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