Medical Science Liaison/Senior Medical Science Liaison, Midwest (Neuro)

Role Summary

As a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) at Acadia Pharmaceuticals, you will be a vital scientific ambassador, connecting cutting-edge research with healthcare professionals to drive better patient outcomes. Focused within the neuroscience therapeutic area, you will cultivate influential relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs), healthcare providers, and research centers, serving as a trusted resource for clinical and scientific expertise. In this field-based role, you will facilitate meaningful scientific exchange, support clinical research initiatives, and deliver critical insights that help shape the strategic direction of Acadia’s medical and development programs. Your work will ensure timely access to the latest scientific data and innovations, supporting the advancement of novel therapies that transform patients' lives.

Responsibilities

• Identifies and develops relationships with national and regional medical and scientific thought leaders, patient advocacy groups, and centers of excellence consistent with the strategy and objectives of Acadia’s Medical Affairs and Development Departments.
• Engages national and regional thought leaders to align interests, discuss research and medical information, and participate in scientific exchange and education about current and emerging therapies.
• Provides Phase 2 / 3b / 4 research trial site support and investigator-initiated research proposal cultivation and facilitation.
• Develops and maintains scientific, clinical and therapeutic expertise for Acadia’s portfolio.
• Cross-functionally collaborates, following all compliance guidelines, with regional field leadership partners including HEOR Field Directors, Commercial Representatives & Leaders, Access Managers & Leaders, and Business Leaders alike.
• Provides strategic field insights.
• Identifies disease concepts and compound characteristics that can be leveraged into product differentiation.
• Provides appropriate scientific, clinical, and educational support for internal and external clients.
• Represents the company at specific continuing educational events, programs, medical meetings and conventions.
• Supports Commercial operations by participating in Speaker and Sales Representative Training.
• Partners with the internal departments to ensure accurate delivery of medical and scientific information.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Required: PharmD, PhD, MD/DO or DNP in a related field.
• Required: 5 years of progressively responsible experience in the biopharmaceutical industry.
• Required: Ability to travel up to 75% of the time.
• Preferred: Previous MSL experience.
• Preferred: Psychiatry or neurology experience.

Skills

• Scientific, clinical, and therapeutic area expertise.
• Knowledge of regulatory, compliance, commercial, and clinical issues affecting the pharmaceutical and managed care industries.
• Poised and knowledgeable presenter of scientific information with strong writing and presentation skills.
• Experience in preparation of materials for Medical Affairs, including reviewing/editing promotional materials.
• Knowledge of customer segments and market dynamics.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to collaborate and interact with all levels within the organization.
• Negotiation and influencing skills.
• Ability to work independently and with cross-functional teams.
• Initiative and follow-through.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated expertise in drug information communication.
• Proficiency with MS Office programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).