Medical Science Liaison, CNS - Northeast

Medical Science Liaison, CNS Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc. implements a customer‑engagement approach that delivers on patient, caregiver and HCP needs in an evolving healthcare environment. The model is built around where patients receive care—locally—to better serve patients, caregivers and healthcare providers, ultimately improving patient care.

Position Overview – Medical Science Liaison (Sr Manager) As an integral member of the ecosystem team for Otsuka’s ecosystem‑based model, the MSL contributes to the development of the ecosystem strategic business plan and identifies key stakeholders vital to the ecosystem. The MSL is a credible partner responsible for providing clinical, scientific and health‑economic information related to CNS disease states and the appropriate utilization of approved Otsuka products. This field‑based position engages Key Influencers, Local Practice Leaders, healthcare providers and patient groups to advance patient outcomes aligned with Otsuka’s objectives.

Key Activities And Responsibilities

• Contribute a clinical and scientific perspective to the local execution plan that addresses customer challenges, issues, and opportunities, directing coordinated field activities.
• Build, cultivate and leverage external relationships with key scientific and medical customers and organizations within the territory to ensure a strong understanding of evolving healthcare trends, disease states, Otsuka products, systems and services.
• Develop and maintain a deep and comprehensive understanding of the ecosystem to align with Otsuka’s patient‑centric strategy and priorities.
• Serve as a credible source of evidence‑based information that demonstrates the value of Otsuka and its products and work with providers and stakeholders to apply practical real‑world solutions to improve patient outcomes.
• Build and cultivate important internal working relationships across the matrix team to ensure an enterprise approach when working with customers.
• Disseminate disease state and healthcare landscape information to customers in the field as defined by priorities.
• Provide clinical and data‑focused training of promotional and disease state speakers.
• Serve as part of Otsuka’s speaker bureau in support of product educational needs across the territory.
• Collect and submit medical insights that drive decision making and prioritization of evidence‑generation efforts and healthcare solutions.
• Assist with Otsuka’s clinical trials program, including registrational, post‑marketing and investigator‑sponsored trials, health‑economic outcomes research and other medical collaborations.
• Participate as mentor in peer functional and therapeutic development including new hires.
• Support other areas of the organization including Safety & Pharmacovigilance and Field Medical Center of Excellence for mentoring and best‑practice sharing.

Qualifications

• MD/DO, PharmD or PhD in life sciences required.
• Understanding of the interconnectivity of health systems and experience working with healthcare professionals and other decision makers.
• Minimum 2 years relevant experience in pharmaceutical industry Medical Affairs; previous training or experience in CNS disease preferred.
• Strong business acumen and knowledge of industry, Otsuka’s business model, value proposition and competitive landscape.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills; professional maturity, confidence and competence.
• Strong conflict‑resolution skills and ability to work effectively in a cross‑functional environment.
• Ability to lead others and project teams strategically.
• Ability to summarize and communicate complex information and business objectives concisely during presentations.
• Strong understanding of industry legal, regulatory and compliance landscape.
• Ability to work in an ambiguous environment undergoing transformation.
• Demonstrates behaviors aligned with the Otsuka Corporate Brand: perseverance, unconventional thinking and humility.
• Business travel, by air or car, up to 70% of time depending on territory size.
• Preferred living location is a key city in the territory.

Competencies

• Accountability for Results – Stay focused on key strategic objectives, be accountable for high standards of performance, and take an active role in leading change.
• Strategic Thinking & Problem Solving – Make decisions considering the long‑term impact to customers, patients, employees and the business.
• Patient & Customer Centricity – Maintain an ongoing focus on the needs of customers and key stakeholders.
• Impactful Communication – Communicate with logic, clarity and respect; influence at all levels to achieve the best results.
• Respectful Collaboration – Seek and value others’ perspectives and strive for diverse partnerships.
• Empowered Development – Play an active role in professional development as a business imperative.

Compensation

Minimum $150,034.00 – Maximum $224,250.00, plus incentive opportunity. The range represents a typical pay range or starting pay for individuals hired in the role in the United States. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, skills and internal comparison.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, company‑provided basic life, accidental death & dismemberment, short‑term and long‑term disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, student loan assistance, generous 401(k) match, flexible time off, paid holidays, paid leave programs and other company‑provided benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Otsuka is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, national origin, veteran status, marital status or any other legally protected characteristic. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting Accommodation Request.