Medical Science Liaison (Psychiatry) - Southern CA

Medical Science LiaisonAlkermes has an established Medical Science Liaison (MSL) team for CNS, with a current focus in Psychiatry. The team is responsible for creating a respected and valued presence with researchers and thought leaders working in Psychiatry. The MSLs engage in fair balanced scientific exchange with key stakeholders and respond to requests for information about Alkermes products and diseases of interest. Through a thorough understanding of national/regional experts and treatment landscapes, the MSL will gain insight into emerging trends. These insights will help shape medical strategy.This is a field-based position covering the Southern California territory, including Orange County, San Diego, and Imperial Valley.ResponsibilitiesIdentify, establish, and maintain clinical and scientific relationships with Key Thought Leaders (KTLs) and Developing Thought Leaders (DTLs), including physicians, NPs, pharmacists and researchersAct as vital conduit to investigators and key organizations interested in developing research collaborations with AlkermesEngage with clinical investigators in support of Alkermes sponsored studies as appropriateAttend and provide Medical Affairs support at scientific conferencesSupport internal stakeholders by providing subject matter expertiseRespond, as appropriate, to unsolicited requests for medical/scientific informationProvide clinical presentations and educational information in academic, community and healthcare provider settingsShare insights from the field with appropriate internal colleaguesAdhere to all Alkermes policies and proceduresQualificationsDoctoral level preferred in Pharmacy, Medicine, Biological Sciences, Health Services Research, Nursing, or Public Health (i.e., Pharm.D., M.D., Ph.D., DNP)1-3 years' experience in pharmaceutical industry preferred; or relevant clinical/medical/research experienceUnderstanding of Medical Affairs and the role of the department in drug development and product commercializationProduct launch experience is a plusCNS therapeutic area experience desiredExcellent written/verbal communication and presentation skillsStrong leadership skills and innovative attitudeWillingness to travel (approximately 65%) within assigned territory, to conferences, and the home officeFlexible to changing priorities, detail-oriented, and works well under pressurePosition will be leveled commensurate with candidate experienceCurrent openings are targeted at the Medical Science Liaison level, however, candidates with more advanced experience may be considered for a Senior Medical Science Liaison title, subject to further review and discussionThe annual base salary for this position ranges from $180k to $190k. In addition, this position offers a performance-based bonus target and eligibility to participate in our long term incentive program. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, training, knowledge, and experience. Alkermes offers a competitive benefits package.About UsWhy join Team Alkermes?Alkermes applies its decades of deep neuroscience expertise to develop medicines designed to help people living with complex and difficult-to-treat psychiatric and neurological disorders. A global biopharmaceutical company, headquartered in Ireland with U.S. locations in Massachusetts and Ohio, we seek to make a meaningful difference in the way people manage their diseases. We have a portfolio of proprietary commercial products for the treatment of alcohol dependence, opioid dependence, schizophrenia, bipolar I disorder and narcolepsy, and a pipeline of clinical and preclinical candidates in development for various psychiatric and neurological disorders.We are proud to have been recognized as an employer of choice by many national organizations. In 2024 and 2025, we were certified as a Great Place to Work in the U.S. and named one of Massachusetts' Top Places to Work by the Boston Globe, a Best Place to Work in Greater Cincinnati by the Cincinnati Business Courier and recognized as a Best Place to Work in BioPharma by Fortune Magazine.Alkermes, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any qualified applicant or employee because of race, creed, color, age, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression and identity, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military status, application for military service or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal law. Alkermes also complies with all work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Alkermes is an E-Verify employer.Job InfoJob Identification 14022Job Category Research and DevelopmentDegree Level Doctorate DegreeJob Schedule Full timeJob Shift FirstLocations Los Angeles, CA, United States Alkermes