Director, Medical Science Liaisons (MSL), Rare Diseases - Remote

Overview

The Director, Medical Science Liaisons (MSL), Rare Diseases is responsible for leading a regional field team of high performing MSLs. This role is responsible for ensuring the implementation and execution of strategies through a field-based rare disease MSL team.

In Short

• Recruits, trains, develops and motivates a high-performing MSL team rare disease team.
• Provides oversight and leadership for effective and compliant interactions between MSLs and external stakeholders.
• Develops and implements Field Medical Affairs strategy in collaboration with the East MSL Director.
• Establishes and maintains collaborative relationships with key internal stakeholders.
• Serves as a key interface between field medical and the internal organization.
• Ensures effective overall plan for thought leader engagement.
• Develops and maintains scientific, clinical and therapeutic expertise for Acadia’s rare disease portfolio.
• Identifies continuous learning opportunities for the MSL team.
• Directs MSL attendance and planning for relevant medical congresses.
• Oversees the creation of effective, compliant information tools for MSLs.

Requirements

• Advanced degree (MD, PharmD, PhD) in a scientific discipline or related field.
• 10 years of progressively-responsible experience in the biopharmaceutical industry.
• 5 years’ experience leading a field medical group.
• Experience as a Field-based Medical Liaison required.
• Rare diseases, epilepsy and/or pediatric neurology experience preferred.
• Experience in preparation of materials for Medical Affairs.
• Knowledge of regulatory, compliance, commercial, and clinical issues.
• Excellent writing capabilities and strong presentation skills.
• Ability to interact easily with all levels within the organization.
• Ability to travel up to 60%.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary.
• Eligible for discretionary bonus and equity awards.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Diverse and inclusive work environment.
• Support for work-life balance.