Medical Science Liaison (Psychiatry) - Southwest

Medical Science Liaison (Psychiatry) - Southwest

Job Category: General Requisition Number: MEDIC002484

Posted: May 11, 2026

Full-Time On-site Phoenix, AZ, USA +1 more locations

Job Details

Description

Responsibilities:

• Engage in scientific exchange with expert healthcare professionals as part of the Medical Affairs team.
• Participate in Medical Affairs project assignments.
• Communicate scientific concepts effectively to multiple audiences verbally, graphically, and in writing.
• Contribute to key department functions (e.g., medical information) and inter-departmental initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree required (PhD, PharmD, MD)
• Prior experience in psychiatry-related field required. Preference given to those with pharmaceutical industry experience in schizophrenia and mood disorders
• Previous experience (2+ years) as an MSL or in Medical Affairs strongly preferred
• Experience in clinical research and/or direct patient care ideal
• Exemplary written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly to a variety of audience types
• Adept at building and maintaining relationships with others
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications
• Demonstrated ability to adapt within a dynamic environment
• Willingness to travel (75%) and easy access to a major metropolitan airport

Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation; however, reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would impose undue hardship.

The total compensation package for this position will also include incentive compensation and benefits such as health insurance, unlimited paid time off, parental leave, a 401k matching program, and other benefits to its employees.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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