Vanda Pharmaceuticals

Medical Science Liaison (Neurology) - Mid-Atlantic

Vanda Pharmaceuticals$100K — $130K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Doctoral degree required (PhD, PharmD, MD)
  • Prior experience in neurology-related field required, with preference for pharmaceutical industry experience in multiple sclerosis
  • 2+ years as an MSL or in Medical Affairs strongly preferred
  • Experience in clinical research and/or direct patient care is ideal
  • Exemplary written and verbal communication skills for presenting complex information
  • Strong relationship-building and maintenance skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
  • Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment
  • Willing to travel 75% and have access to a major metropolitan airport

Responsibilities

  • Engage in scientific exchange with expert healthcare professionals as part of the Medical Affairs team
  • Participate in Medical Affairs project assignments
  • Communicate scientific concepts effectively to diverse audiences
  • Contribute to medical information and inter-departmental initiatives
  • Support the dissemination of critical clinical data

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Unlimited paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • 401k matching program
  • Incentive compensation
  • Other employee benefits
Full Job Description
Responsibilities:

  • Engage in scientific exchange with expert healthcare professionals as part of the Medical Affairs team.
  • Participate in Medical Affairs project assignments.
  • Communicate scientific concepts effectively to multiple audiences - verbally, graphically, and in writing.
  • Contribute to key department functions (e.g., medical information) and inter-departmental initiatives.


Qualifications:

  • Doctoral degree required (PhD, PharmD, MD)
  • Prior experience in neurology-related field required. Preference given to those with pharmaceutical industry experience in multiple sclerosis. Immunology experience a plus
  • Previous experience (2+ years) as an MSL or in Medical Affairs strongly preferred
  • Experience in clinical research and/or direct patient care ideal
  • Exemplary written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly to a variety of audience types
  • Adept at building and maintaining relationships with others
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications
  • Demonstrated ability to adapt within a dynamic environment
  • Willingness to travel (75%) and easy access to a major metropolitan airport


Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation; however, reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would impose undue hardship.

The total compensation package for this position will also include incentive compensation and benefits such as health insurance, unlimited paid time off, parental leave, a 401k matching program, and other benefits to its employees.

About Vanda Pharmaceuticals

Vanda Pharmaceuticals is a biopharmaceutical company that develops and commercializes innovative therapies for the treatment of central nervous system (CNS) disorders. The company's products include Fanapt, a treatment for schizophrenia, and Hetlioz, a treatment for non-24-hour sleep-wake disorder. Vanda Pharmaceuticals was founded in 2002 by Mihael H. Polymeropoulos and Argeris N. Karabelas and is headquartered in Washington, D.C. The company is committed to improving the lives of patients with CNS disorders through the development of novel therapies and the advancement of scientific research.
Learn more about Vanda Pharmaceuticals
Size
278 employees
Market Cap
$408.1 million
Industry
Net Income
$23.3 million
Founded
2003
5 Year Trend
+13%
Revenue
$248.1 million
NASDAQ

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