Job Description
Description Axsome Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company leading a new era in the treatment of central nervous system (CNS) conditions. We deliver scientific breakthroughs by identifying critical gaps in care and develop differentiated products with a focus on novel mechanisms of action that enable meaningful advancements in patient outcomes. Our industry-leading neuroscience portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for major depressive disorder, excessive daytime sleepiness associated with narcolepsy and obstructive sleep apnea, and migraine, and multiple late-stage development programs addressing a broad range of serious neurological and psychiatric conditions that impact over 150 million people in the United States. Together, we are on a mission to solve some of the brain's biggest problems so patients and their loved ones can flourish.
About This Role Axsome Therapeutics is seeking a Medical Science Liaison/Senior Medical Science Liaison to focus on Alzheimer's Disease Agitation. The MSL /Sr. MSL will be a key member of the Field Medical Affairs team at Client. This position will be the primary communicator of Client science and will be responsible for executing the national medical affairs plan within a specified territory. The MSL /Sr. MSL will also provide support as needed for other pipeline programs
This is a field-based position covering the Great Lakes region. ( MI, IN, IL, WI, IA, MN, ND, SD, NE)
Candidates must reside within the geography.
Job Responsibilities and Duties include, but are not limited to, the following: - Systematically identify and develop relationships with healthcare professionals (HCPs) and key opinion leaders (KOLs) to raise awareness of Client's mission to accelerate the invention and adoption of life-changing medicines for patients living with CNS disorders
- Develop and maintain a deep knowledge and understanding of neuropsychiatry and approved pipeline medications as well as the competitive landscape in the specified therapeutic area
- Provide fair and balanced scientific information to HCPs and to internal business partners per organizational needs
- Upon request, provide formal presentations to HCPs, external stakeholders, etc.
- Communicate meaningful insights gleaned from peer-to-peer discussions with HCPs
- Identify, analyze, and translate specific needs within the territory to achieve clinical and business objectives
- Collaborate with internal partners, as appropriate, to advance clinical and business objectives
- Build and maintain technical and clinical expertise in neuropsychiatry and across other neuroscience therapeutic areas as required
- Actively contribute to the growth and development of the National Field Medical Team
- Execute key job functions, including documentation of field activities, submission of medical insights, completion of medical information requests, expense report submission, required trainings, and other tasks as necessary
- Provide high level support for company sponsored trials and aid in navigating investigator-initiated research proposals through the review process when needed
Requirements / Qualifications
- Advanced degree (MD, DO, PharmD or PhD) required
- Previous MSL experience is preferred
- Preference for candidates with Alzheimer's Disease or Geriatric Psychiatry experience
- Candidate must reside within the geographic area
- Ability to travel up to 50-75%, including overnight stays and weekends, as needed
- Meet requirements for health industry representative credentialing to gain access to healthcare facilities within the territory
Experience, Knowledge and Skills
- Ability to thrive in an entrepreneurial and autonomous environment where business needs may rapidly evolve and change
- Strong attention to detail and excellent organization skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and communication skills (both written and oral)
- Comfortable multi-tasking in a fast-paced company environment and able to adjust workload based upon changing priorities
- Previous experience as an MSL or advanced experience in neuropsychiatry
- Demonstrated leadership among MSL peers and cross-functional partners
- Proactive in communication to leadership
- Ability to contribute to the overall field medical strategy
Salary & Benefits
The anticipated salary range for this role is $150,000 - $200,000. We encourage candidates of all levels to apply as there may be flexibility on final job title and responsibilities. The salary offer will be based on a variety of factors, including experience, qualifications, internal equity and location. Client offers a competitive employment package that includes an annual bonus, significant equity and a generous benefits package.
Client is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Client Therapeutics does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or third-party recruitment agencies and will not pay placement fees for unsolicited candidates that are sent to hiring managers, the HR team or other Client team members. Only approved vendors who have been explicitly asked to support a specific search will receive access to our Applicant Tracking System to submit candidates for consideration.
Job Tags
Full time, Local area, Night shift,