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Senior Medical Science Liaison, Rare Disease - PNW

Acadia Pharmaceuticals
August 26, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Washington, United States
Medical Affairs
Role: Senior Medical Science Liaison (MSL) specializing in Rare Diseases within Medical Affairs, focusing on the West region (Northern California, Oregon, Washington). Objectives: Facilitate scientific exchange, build relationships with healthcare professionals, KOLs, and advocacy groups, and support research initiatives. Responsibilities: develop and leverage thought leader relationships, provide scientific and clinical education, support investigator-initiated research, and collaborate cross-functionally with commercial and medical teams. Qualifications: Advanced degree (MD, PharmD, PhD), minimum 5 years industry experience, preferably in neurology, epilepsy, or psychiatry; prior MSL experience preferred. High-Value: rare disease portfolio including Parkinson’s psychosis, Rett syndrome, Alzheimer’s, and Lewy body dementia; supporting late-stage development and research activities; requires up to 75% travel, including overnight stays; field-based with residence within territory.