Medical Science Liaison, CNS

Otsuka Pharmaceutical Companies (U.S.)

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

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $150,034 - $224,250 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates clinical expertise and a comprehensive understanding of the healthcare ecosystem, effectively engaging with key stakeholders to improve patient outcomes. Leverages strong communication and collaboration skills to execute medical strategies and support clinical trials within the pharmaceutical industry.

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MD/DO, PharmD, Or PhD In Life SciencesMinimum 2 Years Of Pharmaceutical Medical Affairs ExperienceUnderstanding Of Health Systems And Patient Care DeliveryStrong Business Acumen And Industry KnowledgeExcellent Communication And Collaboration Skills

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Hard Skills

Clinical ExpertiseEvidence-Based Information DisseminationClinical Trial SupportData-Focused TrainingMedical Insights CollectionHealth Economic Outcomes ResearchRegulatory Compliance UnderstandingProject Team LeadershipConflict ResolutionPatient-Centric Strategy Alignment

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingCollaborationMentoringStrategic LeadershipEffective Communication

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical IndustryMedical AffairsHealthcare ProvidersPatient Advocacy OrganizationsOtsuka's Business ModelMarketplace DynamicsCNS Clinical ExperienceSpeaker Bureau ParticipationField Medical Center Of ExcellenceSafety & Pharmacovigilance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Contribute a 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 organizations
Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of the ecosystem and align activities 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 practical 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 customers
Provide clinical and data-focused training for promotional and disease-state speakers
Potentially serve on Otsuka's speaker bureau
Collect and submit medical insights to drive decision-making and evidence-generation priorities
Assist with clinical trials, including registrational, post-marketing, investigator-sponsored trials, and health economic outcomes research
Provide clinical expertise and feedback on clinical-trial operations, site selection, and performance
Mentor peers and new hires
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, or Master's degree with equivalent psychiatry or CNS clinical experience
Minimum 2 years of pharmaceutical medical affairs or relevant work experience
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 dynamics
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Strong conflict resolution skills
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
Business travel by air or car, up to 70% of the time depending upon 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
Incentive opportunity