Medical Science Liaison (Psychiatry) – Northwest Region
Job Description
Alkermes has an established Medical Science Liaison (MSL) team for CNS, with a current focus in Psychiatry. The team is responsible for creating a respected and valued presence with researchers and thought leaders working in Psychiatry. The MSLs engage in fair balanced scientific exchange with key stakeholders and respond to requests for information about Alkermes products and diseases of interest. Through a thorough understanding of national/regional experts and treatment landscapes, the MSL will gain insight into emerging trends. These insights will help shape medical strategy.
This is a field‑based position covering the Northwest Region, including Washington (WA), Oregon (OR), Idaho (ID), Montana (MT), and Alaska (AK).
Responsibilities
Identify, establish, and maintain clinical and scientific relationships with Key Thought Leaders (KTLs) and Developing Thought Leaders (DTLs), including physicians, NPs, pharmacists and researchers
Act as vital conduit to investigators and key organizations interested in developing research collaborations with Alkermes
Engage with clinical investigators in support of Alkermes sponsored studies as appropriate
Attend and provide Medical Affairs support at scientific conferences
Support internal stakeholders by providing subject matter expertise
Respond, as appropriate, to unsolicited requests for medical/scientific information
Provide clinical presentations and educational information in academic, community and healthcare provider settings
Share insights from the field with appropriate internal colleagues
Adhere to all Alkermes policies and procedures
Qualifications
Doctoral level preferred in Pharmacy, Medicine, Biological Sciences, Health Services Research, Nursing, or Public Health (i.e., Pharm.D., M.D., Ph.D., DNP)
1-3 years’ experience in pharmaceutical industry preferred; or relevant clinical/medical/research experience
Understanding of Medical Affairs and the role of the department in drug development and product commercialization
Product launch experience is a plus
CNS therapeutic area experience desired
Excellent written/verbal communication and presentation skills
Strong leadership skills and innovative attitude
Willingness to travel (approximately 65%) within assigned territory, to conferences, and the home office
Flexible to changing priorities, detail-oriented, and works well under pressure
Position will be leveled commensurate with candidate experience
The annual base salary for this position ranges from $180k to $190k. In addition, this position offers a performance-based bonus target and eligibility to participate in our long term incentive program. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, training, knowledge, and experience. Alkermes offers a competitive benefits package. Additional details can be found on our careers website: www.alkermes.com/careers#working-here
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About Us
Why join Team Alkermes?
Alkermes applies its decades of deep neuroscience expertise to develop medicines designed to help people living with complex and difficult-to-treat psychiatric and neurological disorders. A global biopharmaceutical company, headquartered in Ireland with U.S. locations in Massachusetts and Ohio, we seek to make a meaningful difference in the way people manage their diseases. We have a portfolio of proprietary commercial products for the treatment of alcohol dependence, opioid dependence, schizophrenia, bipolar I disorder and narcolepsy, and a pipeline of clinical and preclinical candidates in development for various psychiatric and neurological disorders.
We are proud to have been recognized as an employer of choice by many national organizations. In 2024 and 2025, we were certified as a Great Place to Work in the U.S. and named one of Massachusetts’ Top Places to Work by the Boston Globe, a Best Place to Work in Greater Cincinnati by the Cincinnati Business Courier and recognized as a Best Place to Work in BioPharma by Fortune Magazine.
Alkermes, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any qualified applicant or employee because of race, creed, color, age, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression and identity, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military status, application for military service or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal law. Alkermes also complies with all work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Alkermes is an E-Verify employer.
VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
We request Priority Protected Veteran & Disabled Referrals for all of our locations within the state.
Alkermes has an established Medical Science Liaison (MSL) team for CNS, with a current focus in Psychiatry. The team is responsible for creating a respected and valued presence with researchers and thought leaders working in Psychiatry. The MSLs engage in fair balanced scientific exchange with key stakeholders and respond to requests for information about Alkermes products and diseases of interest. Through a thorough understanding of national/regional experts and treatment landscapes, the MSL will gain insight into emerging trends. These insights will help shape medical strategy.
This is a field‑based position covering the Northwest Region, including Washington (WA), Oregon (OR), Idaho (ID), Montana (MT), and Alaska (AK).
Responsibilities
Identify, establish, and maintain clinical and scientific relationships with Key Thought Leaders (KTLs) and Developing Thought Leaders (DTLs), including physicians, NPs, pharmacists and researchers
Act as vital conduit to investigators and key organizations interested in developing research collaborations with Alkermes
Engage with clinical investigators in support of Alkermes sponsored studies as appropriate
Attend and provide Medical Affairs support at scientific conferences
Support internal stakeholders by providing subject matter expertise
Respond, as appropriate, to unsolicited requests for medical/scientific information
Provide clinical presentations and educational information in academic, community and healthcare provider settings
Share insights from the field with appropriate internal colleagues
Adhere to all Alkermes policies and procedures
Qualifications
Doctoral level preferred in Pharmacy, Medicine, Biological Sciences, Health Services Research, Nursing, or Public Health (i.e., Pharm.D., M.D., Ph.D., DNP)
1-3 years’ experience in pharmaceutical industry preferred; or relevant clinical/medical/research experience
Understanding of Medical Affairs and the role of the department in drug development and product commercialization
Product launch experience is a plus
CNS therapeutic area experience desired
Excellent written/verbal communication and presentation skills
Strong leadership skills and innovative attitude
Willingness to travel (approximately 65%) within assigned territory, to conferences, and the home office
Flexible to changing priorities, detail-oriented, and works well under pressure
Position will be leveled commensurate with candidate experience
The annual base salary for this position ranges from $180k to $190k. In addition, this position offers a performance-based bonus target and eligibility to participate in our long term incentive program. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, training, knowledge, and experience. Alkermes offers a competitive benefits package. Additional details can be found on our careers website: www.alkermes.com/careers#working-here
#LI-MB1
#LI-remote
About Us
Why join Team Alkermes?
Alkermes applies its decades of deep neuroscience expertise to develop medicines designed to help people living with complex and difficult-to-treat psychiatric and neurological disorders. A global biopharmaceutical company, headquartered in Ireland with U.S. locations in Massachusetts and Ohio, we seek to make a meaningful difference in the way people manage their diseases. We have a portfolio of proprietary commercial products for the treatment of alcohol dependence, opioid dependence, schizophrenia, bipolar I disorder and narcolepsy, and a pipeline of clinical and preclinical candidates in development for various psychiatric and neurological disorders.
We are proud to have been recognized as an employer of choice by many national organizations. In 2024 and 2025, we were certified as a Great Place to Work in the U.S. and named one of Massachusetts’ Top Places to Work by the Boston Globe, a Best Place to Work in Greater Cincinnati by the Cincinnati Business Courier and recognized as a Best Place to Work in BioPharma by Fortune Magazine.
Alkermes, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any qualified applicant or employee because of race, creed, color, age, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression and identity, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military status, application for military service or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal law. Alkermes also complies with all work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Alkermes is an E-Verify employer.
VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
We request Priority Protected Veteran & Disabled Referrals for all of our locations within the state.
About Alkermes, Inc.
At Alkermes, we apply our deep neuroscience expertise to develop medicines designed to help people living with complex and difficult-to-treat psychiatric and neurological disorders. With our portfolio of marketed medicines and investigational pipeline candidates, we seek to make a meaningful difference in the way people manage their diseases. Our patient-inspired science, integrated research strategy, sophisticated development capabilities and specialized commercial infrastructure enable us to pursue the development and commercialization of innovative new medicines, including those for people with conditions that have traditionally been overlooked or stigmatized.
Our greatest strengths at Alkermes are our people and our inherent empathy for patients, families and caregivers. Neurological and psychiatric disorders strike people at the core of who they are and impact many facets of their lives. We work with urgency to develop new treatment options for people living with these conditions.
Headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, we have an R&D center in Waltham, Massachusetts; a research and manufacturing facility in Athlone, Ireland; and a manufacturing facility in Wilmington, Ohio.
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