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Medical Science Liaison (Psychiatry) – Southern CA

Alkermes
August 13, 2026
Remote friendly (Los Angeles, CA)
United States
Medical Affairs
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 key organizations developing research collaborations with Alkermes.
- 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 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 (Southern California: Orange County, San Diego, Imperial Valley), to conferences, and to the home office.
- Flexible to changing priorities; detail-oriented; works well under pressure.

Compensation/Benefits:
- Annual base salary: $180k–$190k; performance-based bonus target; eligibility for long-term incentive program; competitive benefits package.

Application instructions:
- Details available at www.alkermes.com/careers#working-here.