Medical Science Liaison (Psychiatry) - Southeast
Vanda Pharmaceuticals
Full-time
Remote friendly (Nashville, TN)
United States
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Role Summary
Medical Science Liaison (Psychiatry) - Southeast
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
Skills
- Communication
- Relationship building
- Clinical research awareness
Education
- Doctoral degree (PhD, PharmD, or MD)
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.