Senior Medical Science Liaison – Northeast

Neurocrine Biosciences

. Interact with key opinion leaders and healthcare decision makers to communicate and advance the scientific platform for aligned therapeutic areas .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $185,200 - $253,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in scientific communication and leadership within the healthcare sector, with a strong focus on KOL engagement, project management, and compliance with FDA guidelines. Proven ability to deliver impactful presentations and mentor colleagues while navigating complex therapeutic areas.

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PharmD Or PhD In Health ScienceCNS Therapeutic Area ExperienceLeadership And Mentoring SkillsProject Management SkillsHealthcare Compliance Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Scientific CommunicationData InterpretationClinical Insights CompilationPharmaco-Economic PresentationsTerritory ManagementDrug Development UnderstandingRegulatory Compliance Knowledge

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsAnalytical ThinkingMotivated And Self-DisciplinedSkilled Diplomat

Tools & Technologies

FDA GuidelinesHealthcare Compliance SOPs

Industry Keywords

Key Opinion LeadersHealthcare Decision MakersField-Based PositionScientific ExpertPatient Advocacy

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Interact with key opinion leaders and healthcare decision makers to communicate and advance the scientific platform for aligned therapeutic areas
Support company-sponsored and investigator-initiated research
Deliver fair, balanced, and credible medical and scientific presentations
Deliver clinical and pharmaco-economic presentations to payers
Train faculty on scientific content for the company’s speaker’s bureau
Participate in conferences and meetings as a scientific expert on the company’s behalf
Serve as a scientific resource for KOLs and internal personnel
Obtain KOL insights to guide educational efforts in relevant therapeutic areas
Compile and interpret data from congress presentations, KOL interactions, and posters to provide clinical insights
Perform responsibilities in accordance with FDA guidelines, healthcare compliance requirements/SOPs, and pharmaceutical industry best practices
Represent the company at patient advocacy, professional society, or other meetings as identified
Guide and mentor less experienced colleagues

Requirements

What you’ll need

PharmD or PhD in a health science field AND 4+ years of previous work experience in an equivalent field-based position is required, with 2+ years experience in the CNS therapeutic area preferred OR MD/DO Degree AND 2+ years of related experience
Ability to work as part of and lead multiple teams
Leadership and mentoring skills
Excellent computer skills
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and analytical thinking skills
Ability to meet multiple deadlines across a variety of projects/programs with accuracy and efficiency
Excellent project management and project leadership skills
Motivated, self-disciplined, and comfortable working in team and individual contributor roles
Excellent communicator and skilled diplomat, able to combine scientific knowledge and communication skills
Proficient at territory management and execution of scientific leader communication plans
Demonstrated ability to develop strong business relationships with healthcare professionals, key decision makers, and collaborators
Proven ability to meet individual goals and continuously improve job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities
Solid understanding of drug development and product life-cycle management preferred
Demonstrated knowledge of healthcare compliance requirements and regulatory trends impacting field medical

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus with a target of 30% of the earned base salary
Eligibility to participate in the equity based long term incentive program
Retirement savings plan with company match
Paid vacation
Paid holiday and personal days
Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave
Medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage