Director, Medical Science Liaison

COMPASS Pathways

. Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing regional MSL team .

Posted 10/31/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $235,000 - $260,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates advanced scientific expertise and leadership in Medical Science Liaison roles, with a focus on fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement in field medical operations. Proven ability to translate medical strategy into effective execution while managing cross-functional relationships and supporting mental health initiatives.

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Medical Science Liaison ExperienceAdvanced Scientific TrainingField Medical LeadershipProject ManagementExcellent Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Medical Strategy ExecutionStakeholder PrioritizationTerritory PlanningData SynthesisClinical Development Insights

Soft Skills

Emotional IntelligenceSelf-MotivationAccountabilityIntegrityTeamwork

Certifications & Qualifications

PhDPharmDPMHNPMD

Industry Keywords

Treatment-Resistant DepressionPost-Traumatic Stress DisorderMedical AffairsMedical Education InitiativesScientific Congress Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing regional MSL team
Set expectations for scientific excellence, compliance, and professional growth
Foster scientific rigor, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement within Field Medical
Translate medical strategy into effective field execution and high-quality scientific engagement
Oversee territory planning, stakeholder prioritization, and deployment of field medical resources
Collect, synthesize, and communicate actionable medical insights to inform clinical development, medical strategy, and education planning
Monitor emerging science, treatment landscape developments, and competitive activity relevant to TRD and PTSD
Support medical education initiatives, advisory boards, and scientific congress engagement
Contribute to Medical Affairs processes, training, tools, and metrics
Liaise with Clinical Development, Market Access, Government Affairs, and other internal teams
Support growth of Compass’s treatment-resistant depression and post-traumatic stress disorder franchises

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced scientific training with associated credentials (e.g., PhD, PharmD, PMHNP, MD)
At least 3 years of Medical Science Liaison experience
Proven field medical leadership experience
Demonstrated ability to manage projects and cross-functional relationships
Experience managing and supporting direct reports required
Ability to travel up to 50–75%, including overnight stays and weekends, as needed
Excellent verbal and written communication and listening skills
Emotional intelligence
Proven self-motivation, accountability, integrity, and teamwork
Passion for improving and transforming mental health
Must have employment rights in the country to which applying; employment visa sponsorship is unavailable

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary bonus
Equity
Flexibility
Generous time off
Parental and reproductive support
Health and medical benefits
Mental health and wellbeing support
Financial health benefits
Reasonable accommodation during the interview process