Medical Science Liaison / Senior Medical Science Liaison

Acadia Pharmaceuticals Inc.

Medical Science Liaison advancing Acadia Pharmaceuticals’ neurological and rare-disease therapies. Building KOL relationships, supporting clinical research, and communicating scientific insights across the North Central U.S.

Posted 8/21/2026full-timeRemote • Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $143,400 - $179,200 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates deep scientific, clinical, and therapeutic expertise in psychiatry and neurology, with a strong ability to establish relationships with KOLs and HCPs. Proficient in supporting clinical research activities and communicating scientific insights to diverse stakeholders.

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PharmD, PhD, MD/DO, Or DNP5 Years Experience In Biopharmaceutical IndustryPsychiatry Or Neurology ExperienceScientific And Drug Information CommunicationRegulatory And Compliance Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Clinical Research SupportMedical Affairs Material PreparationScientific CommunicationData AnalysisProposal Facilitation

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingCollaborationCommunicationInsight Gathering

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OutlookMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPoint

Industry Keywords

KOL EngagementHCP InteractionPatient AdvocacyCompliance RequirementsMedical Congress Representation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Establish and maintain scientific relationships with national and regional KOLs, HCPs, patient advocacy organizations, and centers of excellence
Lead scientific exchange activities to communicate data, address medical inquiries, and support awareness of current and emerging therapies
Support Phase 2, Phase 3b, and Phase 4 clinical research activities, including investigator engagement and research proposal facilitation
Maintain deep scientific, clinical, and therapeutic expertise across Acadia's portfolio and relevant disease states
Collaborate cross-functionally with Medical Affairs, HEOR, Market Access, Commercial, and other internal partners in accordance with compliance requirements
Gather and communicate field insights, emerging scientific trends, and unmet patient and provider needs
Identify opportunities to differentiate products through clinical and scientific insights
Provide scientific and educational support to internal and external stakeholders
Represent Acadia at medical congresses, educational programs, scientific meetings, and industry events
Support internal training initiatives, including speaker development and field team education
Other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

PharmD, PhD, MD/DO, or DNP in a related field required
Minimum 5 years of experience in the biopharmaceutical industry
Psychiatry or neurology experience strongly preferred
Scientific, clinical, and therapeutic area expertise
Knowledge of regulatory, compliance, commercial, and clinical considerations within the pharmaceutical industry
Experience preparing and reviewing Medical Affairs materials, including promotional material review
Expertise in scientific and drug information communication
Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Ability to travel up to 75%, with residence within the territory or near a major airport
For the Senior Medical Science Liaison level: 7 years of progressively responsible experience, including 3 years as an MS
Ability to travel independently overnight and/or work after hours as required by travel schedules or business needs
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive base, bonus, new hire and ongoing equity packages
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Employer-paid life, disability, business travel and EAP coverage
401(k) Plan with a fully vested company match 1:1 up to 5%
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a 2-year purchase price lock-in
15+ vacation days
13 -15 paid holidays, including office closure between December 24th and January 1st
10 days of paid sick time
Paid parental leave benefit
Tuition assistance
Discretionary bonus and equity awards based on individual and organizational performance