Senior Medical Sciences Liaison – Mid Atlantic Region

Aquestive Therapeutics

. Support AQST’s therapeutic areas of interest, programs, and approved products as a field-based medical expert .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $180,000 - $200,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in medical and scientific knowledge within therapeutic areas, with a focus on building relationships with key opinion leaders and stakeholders. Proficient in delivering educational support and managing medical information requests while adhering to compliance policies.

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Doctoral Level Degree3–5 Years Pharmaceutical/Biotechnology ExperienceAllergy/Immunology ExpertiseStrong Presentation SkillsInterpersonal and Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Medical KnowledgeScientific Data InterpretationClinical Data AnalysisProject ManagementKOL Relationship Management

Soft Skills

Relationship-BuildingOrganizational SkillsResults-OrientedSelf-MotivatedEffective Communication

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical IndustryBiotechnologyHealthcareCME ProgramsInvestigator-Initiated Research

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support AQST’s therapeutic areas of interest, programs, and approved products as a field-based medical expert
Advance scientific and medical relationships with key members of the healthcare community
Educate external and internal stakeholders on the science behind safe and appropriate product use
Support generation of scientific and medical knowledge and advance company projects
Develop and maintain scientific and medical knowledge in assigned therapeutic areas and/or disease states
Identify, develop, and manage key opinion leader relationships
Interpret and disseminate balanced, factual scientific, clinical, and health economic data
Lead identification, cultivation, and integration of KOL contributions and insights
Identify opportunities for growth and medical contributions supporting or expanding programs and therapies
Gather and evaluate new information related to AQST products and therapeutic interests
Deliver project support according to established objectives
Provide support for unsolicited medical information requests
Support CME programs and investigator-initiated research efforts
Manage relationships with priority KOLs across academic and community settings in a defined geographic territory
Report to the Field Director of Medical Affairs
Operate independently from Commercial in accordance with company compliance policies

Requirements

What you’ll need

Doctoral level degree in a medical and/or scientific field required (PharmD, PhD, MD/DO, DNP, or equivalent)
A degree in a relevant medical and/or scientific field with strong related experience may be considered
Minimum of 3–5 years in a relevant pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry role or in healthcare required
Experience in allergy/immunology highly desired
Pediatric experience helpful
Ability to travel 60% of the time, including overnights and weekends as necessary
Solid interpersonal and communication skills with demonstrated relationship-building ability
Ability to organize, prioritize, work effectively, and operate independently in a dynamic field-based environment
Strong presentation and writing skills
Results-oriented and self-motivated
Final candidate must complete a drug test and background check prior to employment
Must comply with the company’s drug-free workplace policy

Benefits

Comp & perks

Quarterly incentive bonus plan eligibility
Growth opportunities within Medical Affairs based on performance and organizational needs
Equal employment opportunity protections