Senior MSL – Neuroscience Field Leader (TRD/PTSD)

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

Job summary

Compass Pathways Inc. is seeking a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) / Senior MSL to connect science with the mental health community.

You will develop and manage a geographic territory, engaging in high-quality scientific exchanges and gathering field insights to inform medical strategy. The ideal candidate has advanced scientific training (PhD/MD/PharmD), MSL experience preferred, and a passion for neuroscience and treatment-resistant depression.

Qualifications

• Advanced scientific training with credentials (e.g., PhD, PharmD, PMHNP, MD).
• Previous MSL experience strongly preferred.
• Preference for neuroscience, psychiatry or psychology backgrounds.
• 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 to diverse audiences.
• Strong verbal and written communication, listening skills, and emotional intelligence.
• Self-motivation, accountability, integrity & teamwork.
• Passion for improving and transforming mental health in alignment with Compass values.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain scientifically grounded relationships with healthcare professionals, researchers, and thought leaders across neuroscience and mental healthcare in the territory.
• Lead in-depth, compliant scientific conversations on disease understanding, research methodology, and emerging evidence in TRD and PTSD.
• Provide accurate, balanced medical information in response to unsolicited requests.
• Collect, analyze, and communicate medical insights to inform clinical development and medical strategy.
• Maintain high scientific expertise in therapeutic areas, landscape, and research.
• Contribute to planning and executing medical education activities and advisory boards.
• Uphold ethical, regulatory, and compliance requirements in field medical activities.
• Collaborate with Clinical Development, Government Affairs, Market Access teams.
• Provide training to sales and marketing teams.
• Senior MSLs mentor junior staff and contribute to broader initiatives.

Skills

Advanced science training

MSL experience

Neuroscience background

Education

PhD/MD/PharmD

Job description

Compass Pathways Inc. is seeking a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) / Senior MSL to connect science with the mental health community.

You will develop and manage a geographic territory, engaging in high-quality scientific exchanges and gathering field insights to inform medical strategy. The ideal candidate has advanced scientific training (PhD/MD/PharmD), MSL experience preferred, and a passion for neuroscience and treatment-resistant depression.