Medical Science Liaison (Psychiatry) - Massachusetts

Medical Science Liaison

Identify, establish, and maintain clinical and scientific relationships with Key Thought Leaders (KTLs) and Developing Thought Leaders (DTLs), including physicians, NPs, pharmacists and researchers

Act as vital conduit to investigators and key organizations interested in developing research collaborations with Alkermes

Engage with clinical investigators in support of Alkermes sponsored studies as appropriate

Attend and provide Medical Affairs support at scientific conferences

Support internal stakeholders by providing subject matter expertise

Respond, as appropriate, to unsolicited requests for medical/scientific information

Provide clinical presentations and educational information in academic, community and healthcare provider settings

Share insights from the field with appropriate internal colleagues

Adhere to all Alkermes policies and procedures

Doctoral 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 experience

Understanding of Medical Affairs and the role of the department in drug development and product commercialization

Product launch experience is a plus

CNS therapeutic area experience desired

Excellent written/verbal communication and presentation skills

Strong leadership skills and innovative attitude

Willingness to travel (approximately 65%) within assigned territory, to conferences, and the home office

Flexible to changing priorities, detail-oriented, and works well under pressure

Position will be leveled commensurate with candidate experience

Current 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 discussion

The 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.

Why 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 Info

Job Identification 14002

Job Category Research and Development

Degree Level Doctorate Degree

Job Schedule Full time

Job Shift First

Locations Boston, MA, United States