At Compass Pathways, we envision a world where mental health means not just the absence of illness but the ability to thrive. We are looking for a (Senior) Medical Science Liaison to join our Medical Affairs organization as a core member, connecting our science with the broader mental health and neuroscience community. This role develops and manages a geographic territory in the Midwest, serving as a key scientific point of contact to help shape medical strategy and support our work in treatment-resistant depression (TRD) and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
What You'll Do
- Develop and maintain scientifically grounded relationships with healthcare professionals, researchers, and thought leaders across neuroscience and mental healthcare within your assigned territory.
- Lead in-depth, compliant scientific conversations focused on disease understanding, research methodology, and emerging evidence in TRD and PTSD.
- Anticipate and address scientific questions from external stakeholders by providing accurate, balanced medical information in response to unsolicited requests.
- Collect, analyze, and communicate medical insights from the field to internal stakeholders to inform clinical development, medical strategy, and educational planning.
- Maintain a high level of scientific expertise in relevant therapeutic areas, competitive landscape, and emerging research through continuous, sometimes self-guided, learning.
- Contribute to the planning and execution of medical education activities, advisory boards, and scientific congress engagements and presentations.
- Uphold all ethical, regulatory, and compliance requirements in the conduct of field medical activities.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with internal partners such as Clinical Development, Government Affairs, and Market Access.
- Provide training to eventual sales and marketing teams.
- For Senior MSLs: mentor and coach junior MSLs, support onboarding and training efforts, and contribute to broader medical affairs initiatives or special projects.
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, as needed.
- Candidate must reside within the geographic area of the Midwest.
- Engaging and expert communicator of scientific information and representing core values to a diverse array of audiences.
- Excellent verbal and written communication, listening skills, and emotional intelligence.
- Proven experience of self-motivation, accountability, integrity, and teamwork.
- Passion for improving and transforming mental health, with full alignment with Compass' values.
Nice to Have
- Previous MSL experience is strongly preferred.
- Preference for candidates with background/experience in neuroscience, psychiatry, or psychology.
Team & Environment
You will be a core member of the Medical Affairs organization, reporting to the Director of Medical Science Liaisons.
Work Mode
This is a remote position based in the Midwest, covering states including MN, IA, MO, IL, and WI. It requires extensive travel up to 75%.
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 (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military service, genetic information, familial or marital status, or any other status, category, or characteristic protected by applicable law.
