Medical Science Liaison (Psychiatry) - Massachusetts
Alkermes
June 24, 2026
On-site
California, United States
Medical Affairs
Field-based Medical Science Liaison (MSL) position covering the Massachusetts territory (CNS focus; Psychiatry).
Responsibilities
- Identify, establish, and maintain clinical and scientific relationships with Key Thought Leaders (KTLs) and Developing Thought Leaders (DTLs), including physicians, NPs, pharmacists and researchers.
- Serve as a conduit to investigators and organizations interested in Alkermes research collaborations.
- Engage with clinical investigators to support Alkermes sponsored studies as appropriate.
- Attend and provide Medical Affairs support at scientific conferences.
- Support internal stakeholders with subject matter expertise.
- Respond to unsolicited requests for medical/scientific information.
- Provide clinical presentations and educational information in academic, community and healthcare provider settings.
- Share field insights with internal colleagues.
- Adhere to all Alkermes policies and procedures.
Qualifications
- Doctoral level preferred in Pharmacy, Medicine, Biological Sciences, Health Services Research, Nursing, or Public Health (e.g., Pharm.D., M.D., Ph.D., DNP).
- 1–3 years’ pharmaceutical industry experience preferred; or relevant clinical/medical/research experience.
- Understanding of Medical Affairs and the role 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 (~65%) within territory, to conferences, and the home office.
- Flexible to changing priorities; detail-oriented; works well under pressure.
- Position leveled commensurate with candidate experience.
Compensation/Benefits (as stated)
- Annual base salary: $180k–$190k; performance-based bonus target; eligibility for long-term incentive program; competitive benefits package.
Application Instructions
- Additional details: www.alkermes.com/careers#working-here
Responsibilities
- Identify, establish, and maintain clinical and scientific relationships with Key Thought Leaders (KTLs) and Developing Thought Leaders (DTLs), including physicians, NPs, pharmacists and researchers.
- Serve as a conduit to investigators and organizations interested in Alkermes research collaborations.
- Engage with clinical investigators to support Alkermes sponsored studies as appropriate.
- Attend and provide Medical Affairs support at scientific conferences.
- Support internal stakeholders with subject matter expertise.
- Respond to unsolicited requests for medical/scientific information.
- Provide clinical presentations and educational information in academic, community and healthcare provider settings.
- Share field insights with internal colleagues.
- Adhere to all Alkermes policies and procedures.
Qualifications
- Doctoral level preferred in Pharmacy, Medicine, Biological Sciences, Health Services Research, Nursing, or Public Health (e.g., Pharm.D., M.D., Ph.D., DNP).
- 1–3 years’ pharmaceutical industry experience preferred; or relevant clinical/medical/research experience.
- Understanding of Medical Affairs and the role 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 (~65%) within territory, to conferences, and the home office.
- Flexible to changing priorities; detail-oriented; works well under pressure.
- Position leveled commensurate with candidate experience.
Compensation/Benefits (as stated)
- Annual base salary: $180k–$190k; performance-based bonus target; eligibility for long-term incentive program; competitive benefits package.
Application Instructions
- Additional details: www.alkermes.com/careers#working-here