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Medical Science Liaison (Psychiatry) - Upstate NY, VT, NH

Alkermes
September 08, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Albany, NY
Medical Affairs
Role: Medical Science Liaison (MSL) focusing on CNS with an emphasis on Psychiatry, responsible for engaging with key thought leaders and investigators to support research and product understanding. Core responsibilities include establishing and maintaining scientific relationships, supporting investigator-initiated studies, representing Alkermes at conferences, providing medical insights to internal teams, and responding to scientific inquiries. The role involves field-based interactions to gather insights that inform medical strategy. Qualifications: Doctoral degree preferred (Pharm.D., M.D., Ph.D., DNP), with 1-3 years of relevant industry or clinical experience; CNS therapeutic area experience is desirable. Skills: strong communication, presentation, leadership, and stakeholder engagement abilities; flexibility and ability to work under pressure. High-Value: CNS therapeutic focus, psychiatry, medical affairs, investigator collaboration, scientific exchange, and conference representation. Work setup: Approximately 65% travel within territory, with a flexible, field-oriented work environment. Level may vary from MSL to Senior MSL based on experience.