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Medical Science Liaison (Neurology) - Northeast

Vanda Pharmaceuticals
Full-time
Remote friendly (New York, NY)
United States
Medical Affairs

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Role Summary

Medical Science Liaison (Neurology) - Northeast

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

  • Required: Doctoral degree (PhD, PharmD, MD).
  • Required: Prior experience in neurology-related field; preference for pharmaceutical industry experience in multiple sclerosis; immunology experience a plus.
  • Preferred: Previous experience (2+ years) as an MSL or in Medical Affairs.
  • Preferred: Experience in clinical research and/or direct patient care.
  • Required: Exemplary written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly to a variety of audience types.
  • Required: Adept at building and maintaining relationships with others.
  • Required: Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications.
  • Required: Demonstrated ability to adapt within a dynamic environment.
  • Required: Willingness to travel (75%) and easy access to a major metropolitan airport.

Skills

  • Communication
  • Relationship Building
  • Scientific/Medical Knowledge
  • Clinical Research Experience
  • MS Office Proficiency

Education

  • Doctoral degree (PhD, PharmD, MD) required

Additional Requirements

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