Medical Science Liaison, Neurology – Alzheimer's Disease

Eisai US

Medical Science Liaison responsible for neurology and collaborating with healthcare professionals at Eisai. Focus on Alzheimer’s disease and forming strategic medical relationships.

Posted 7/30/2026full-timeToledo • Missouri, Ohio • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $144,300 - $216,900 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Alzheimer’s disease and medical science liaison (MSL) functions, with strong capabilities in clinical trial development, regulatory compliance, and effective communication with healthcare professionals. Proven ability to build relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs) and adapt strategies to meet educational needs in the medical community.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Advanced Terminal D DegreeMSL Experience in NeurologyClinical Trial DevelopmentKnowledge of FDA RegulationsStrong Written and Verbal Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Clinical Trial DevelopmentDrug Launch ExperienceKnowledge of Treatment GuidelinesClinical Research ProcessesPharmaceutical KnowledgeData Communication SkillsRegulatory ComplianceProject ManagementStrategic Conversation SkillsMatrix Environment Experience

Soft Skills

Team CollaborationAdaptabilityProblem SolvingOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

Word Processing ApplicationsSlide Production ToolsSpreadsheet ApplicationsVideo Conferencing Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver’s License

Industry Keywords

Alzheimer’s DiseaseKey Opinion LeadersMedical AffairsPharmaceutical Corporate EnvironmentCommercial OperationsHealthcare ProfessionalsDementia ResearchOIG GuidelinesCompliance PracticesScientific Data Exchange

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Engage in the exchange of scientific data and other medical and/or scientific information with KOLs/HCPs, researchers, pharmacists, and decision makers in the areas of Eisai’s interest.
Demonstrate a thorough understanding of Alzheimer’s disease (AD), including the needs, issues and priorities as they relate to Eisai’s strategic medical plan.
MSLs will be trained and certified on AD and Eisai’s dementia pipeline data to fulfill educational gaps with KOLs/HCPs.
Gather medical insights to refine medical strategy and continue to close the gap on unmet educational needs for AD HCPs.
Assume responsibility for special internal/external projects as they arise.
Communicate key information about Eisai, the company and its hhc mission.
Provide key scientific and clinical information about Eisai’s products/pipeline.
Serve as a conduit for communication between Eisai Research and the medical community regarding ideas for future research.
Provide corporate value through demonstrated leadership, teamwork, participation in strategic thinking, and special projects.
Act as the primary clinical/scientific resource to HCPs in the territory for information pertaining to disease state and Eisai's product(s).
Serve as a conduit for accurate and updated clinical, scientific and medical information between KOLs/investigators and the company's Medical Affairs and development groups.
Establish, foster, cultivate and maintain peer relationships with KOLs in AD and dementia in which Eisai has current and future interests.
Present clinical and scientific data on Eisai’s products and relevant therapeutic areas, as requested.
Support assigned professional congresses in accordance with MSL plan.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced terminal D degree in medical or health sciences or related field (e.g MD/DO, PhD, PharmD)
MSL experience in neurology or complex disease states preferred; prior dementia or AD research experience strongly preferred, 3 yrs+ required for Sr MSL title
Established relationships with KOLs in neurology, and knowledge of institutions focused on AD preferred
2 plus years industry/ clinical research/ related experience in a scientific or clinical setting
Strong broad-based scientific and pharmaceutical knowledge
Clinical trial development and drug launch experience is preferred
Knowledge of treatment guidelines, clinical research processes, FDA regulations, pharma regulations/compliant practices, and OIG guidelines are required
Interested and skilled in communicating complex data sets and the ability to be seen as a scientific peer while educating top KOLs
Committed to the concept of team and working within the framework of Medical Affairs
Strong overall written and verbal communication skills.
Keen understanding of your audience and ability to tailor information appropriately
Highly skilled in the art of strategic conversation along with a demonstrated ability to assess issues, as they arise and adapt appropriately
Demonstrated ability to anticipate, organize, plan and handle multiple priorities, while adapting to the needs of the company and KOLs
Has an ability to work independently and not require close supervision while adhering to compliance/regulatory policies
Interest in leading and participating in projects while effectively balancing field work
Demonstrated ability to proactively identify opportunities/challenges, willingness to communicate these challenges to leadership while working together to overcome them
Seamlessly adapts to field situations and effectively problem solves within territory
Experience working in matrix environment including cross-functional commercial partners, with an understanding of the pharmaceutical corporate environment and appreciation for Commercial Operations, including Marketing and Sales strategies
Sound computer/technology skills including applications for word processing, producing slide materials, working with spreadsheets, and video conferencing.
Possesses and maintains a valid driver’s license and clean driving record
Capable of engaging in frequent business travel (approximately 60% of time), including air travel, ability to travel overnight and occasionally on weekends

Benefits

Comp & perks

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