Medical Science Liaison, CNS

Otsuka Pharmaceutical Companies (U.S.)

. Contribute clinical and scientific perspective to the local execution plan addressing customer challenges, issues, and opportunities .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $150,034 - $224,250 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates clinical expertise and strategic leadership in Medical Affairs, with a strong focus on building relationships with healthcare professionals and stakeholders to enhance patient outcomes. Possesses a comprehensive understanding of the pharmaceutical industry, regulatory landscape, and the ability to communicate complex information effectively.

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MD/DO, PharmD, Or PhD In Life SciencesMinimum 2 Years Of Relevant Experience In Pharmaceutical Industry Medical AffairsStrong Business Acumen And Knowledge Of The IndustryExcellent Communication And Collaboration SkillsStrong Understanding Of Industry Legal, Regulatory, And Compliance Landscape

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Hard Skills

Clinical ExpertiseMedical AffairsClinical Trials SupportEvidence-Based Information DisseminationData-Focused TrainingPatient-Centric Strategy AlignmentHealthcare System UnderstandingConflict ResolutionProject Team LeadershipRegulatory Compliance Knowledge

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationMentoringStrategic LeadershipAdaptability

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical IndustryHealthcare ProvidersKey Decision MakersPatient AdvocacyOtsuka Corporate BrandMarket DynamicsField Medical StrategiesSpeaker Bureau SupportDisease-State InformationHealth Systems Interconnectivity

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Contribute clinical and scientific perspective to the local execution plan addressing customer challenges, issues, and opportunities
Coordinate execution of field activities
Build, cultivate, and leverage relationships with key scientific and medical customers and organizations within the territory
Engage Key Influencers, Local Practice Leaders, Key Decision Makers, healthcare providers, and patient advocacy stakeholders
Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of the ecosystem and align with Otsuka’s patient-centric strategy
Provide evidence-based clinical, economic, and humanistic information about Otsuka and its products
Partner with providers and stakeholders to apply real-world solutions that improve patient outcomes
Build internal working relationships across the matrix team and execute local medical strategies
Disseminate disease-state and healthcare-landscape information to field customers
Provide clinical and data-focused training for promotional and disease-state speakers
Support Otsuka’s speaker bureau and product educational needs
Collect and submit medical insights to inform decision-making and evidence-generation priorities
Assist with clinical trials, including registrational, post-marketing, and investigator-sponsored trials
Provide clinical expertise and feedback on clinical-trial site selection and performance
Mentor peers, new hires, and therapeutic-function development
Support Safety & Pharmacovigilance, Sales Training medical education, and the Field Medical Center of Excellence

Requirements

What you’ll need

MD/DO, PharmD, or PhD in life sciences required
Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in pharmaceutical industry Medical Affairs
Understanding of the interconnectivity of health systems and overall delivery of patient care
Experience working with healthcare professionals and other decision makers
Strong business acumen and knowledge of the industry, Otsuka’s business model and value proposition, key competitors, and marketplace factors/dynamics
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Strong conflict resolution skills and ability to work cross-functionally
Ability to lead others and project teams strategically
Ability to summarize and communicate complex information and business objectives concisely and effectively
Strong understanding of industry legal, regulatory, and compliance landscape
Ability to work in an ambiguous environment undergoing transformation
Behaviors aligned with Otsuka Corporate Brand, including Perseverance, Unconventional Thinking, and Humility
Ability to travel by air or car up to 70% of the time depending on territory size
Preferred living location is a key city in the territory

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Company-provided basic life insurance
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Student loan assistance
Generous 401(k) match
Flexible time off
Paid holidays
Paid leave programs
Other company-provided benefits
Incentive opportunity