Senior Medical Science Liaison - Field Neuroscience Expert

Compass Pathways Inc.; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Pathways plc is seeking a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) or Senior MSL to join our Medical Affairs team. The role involves developing and managing a geographic territory and serving as a key scientific contact through virtual and face-to-face interactions.

The ideal candidate has advanced scientific training (PhD/MD/PharmD/PMHNP), previous MSL experience preferred, and a background in neuroscience or psychiatry. Travel up to 75% is required; reside within the territory.”

Qualifications

• Advanced scientific training with associated credentials (e.g., PhD, PharmD, PMHNP, MD).
• Previous MSL experience is strongly preferred.
• Preference for candidates with background/experience in neuroscience, psychiatry or psychology.
• Ability to travel up to 75%, including overnight stays and weekends, as needed
• Candidate must reside within the geographic area
• 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 & teamwork
• Passion for improving and transforming mental health - full alignment with Compass' values

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain scientifically grounded relationships with healthcare professionals, researchers, and thought leaders across neuroscience and mental healthcare within the assigned territory
• Lead in-depth, compliant scientific conversations focused on disease understanding, research methodology, and emerging evidence in treatment-resistant depression 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 (e.g., Clinical Development, Government Affairs, 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

Skills

Scientific communication

Travel readiness

Stakeholder engagement

Medical affairs

Education

PhD

PharmD

PMHNP

MD

Job description

Compass Pathways plc is seeking a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) or Senior MSL to join our Medical Affairs team. The role involves developing and managing a geographic territory and serving as a key scientific contact through virtual and face-to-face interactions.

The ideal candidate has advanced scientific training (PhD/MD/PharmD/PMHNP), previous MSL experience preferred, and a background in neuroscience or psychiatry. Travel up to 75% is required; reside within the territory.”