Medical Science Liaison/Senior Medical Science Liaison, Psychiatry (West Region))

Advanced degree: MD, PharmD, or PhD required

Previous MSL experience is required

Preference for candidates with Psychiatry experience

Candidate must reside within the geographic area

Ability to travel up to 50-75%, including overnight stays and weekend, as needed

Meet requirements for health industry representative credentialing to gain access to healthcare facilities within the territory

The anticipated salary range for this role is $150,000 - $200,000. We encourage candidates of all levels to apply as there may be flexibility on final job title and responsibilities. The salary offer will be based on a variety of factors, including experience, qualifications, internal equity, and location. Axsome offers a competitive employment package that includes an annual bonus, significant equity, and a generous benefits package.

Axsome is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Axsome Therapeutics does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or third-party recruitment agencies and will not pay placement fees for unsolicited candidates that are sent to hiring managers, the HR team or other Axsome team members. Only approved vendors who have been explicitly asked to support a specific search will receive access to our Applicant Tracking System to submit candidates for consideration.

The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) will be a key member of the Field Medical Affairs team at Axsome. This position will be the primary communicator of Axsome science and will be responsible for executing the national medical affairs plan within a specified territory. The MSL will also provide support as needed for other pipeline programs.

This is a field-based position covering the West Region (CA, NV, HI). Candidates must reside within the geography.

Systematically identify and develop relationships with healthcare professionals (HCPs) and key opinion leaders (KOLs) to raise awareness of Axsome’s mission to accelerate the invention and adoption of life-changing medicines for patients living with CNS disorders

Develop and maintain a deep knowledge and understanding of neuropsychiatry and approved pipeline medications as well as the competitive landscape in the specified therapeutic area

Provide fair and balanced scientific information to HCPs and to internal business partners per organizational needs