Compass Pathways is hiring a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) / Senior Medical Science Liaison (Sr. MSL) to serve as a core member of our Medical Affairs organization. This role connects our science with the broader mental health and neuroscience community, helps shape medical strategy, and supports our work in treatment-resistant depression and PTSD. You will be responsible for developing and managing a geographic territory, serving as a key scientific point of contact.
What You'll Do
- Develop and maintain scientifically grounded relationships with healthcare professionals, researchers, and thought leaders within your assigned territory.
- Lead in-depth, compliant scientific conversations focused on disease understanding and emerging evidence in treatment-resistant depression and PTSD.
- Anticipate and address scientific questions from external stakeholders by providing accurate, balanced medical information.
- Collect, analyze, and communicate medical insights from the field to inform clinical development and medical strategy.
- Maintain a high level of scientific expertise in relevant therapeutic areas through continuous learning.
- Contribute to the planning and execution of medical education activities, advisory boards, and scientific congress engagements.
- Uphold all ethical, regulatory, and compliance requirements in the conduct of field medical activities.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with internal partners such as Clinical Development and Market Access.
- Provide training to eventual sales and marketing teams.
- For Senior MSLs: Mentor and coach junior MSLs, support onboarding and training, and contribute to broader medical affairs initiatives.
What We're Looking For
- Advanced scientific training with associated credentials (e.g., PhD, PharmD, PMHNP, MD).
- Ability to travel up to 75%, including overnight stays and weekends.
- Candidate must reside within the geographic area (Atlantic Coast: GA, SC, NC, VA, TN).
- Engaging and expert communicator of scientific information to a diverse array of audiences.
- Excellent verbal and written communication, listening skills, and emotional intelligence.
- Proven experience of self-motivation, accountability, integrity & teamwork.
- Passion for improving and transforming mental health and full alignment with Compass' values.
Nice to Have
- Previous MSL experience is strongly preferred.
- Background or experience in neuroscience, psychiatry, or psychology.
Team & Environment
You will report to the Director, Medical Science Liaisons and be a core member of the Medical Affairs team.
Work Mode
This role is based locally within the United States on the East Coast, serving the Atlantic Coast territory.
Compass Pathways is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military service, genetic information, familial or marital status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
