Medical Science Liaison, Florida

About Acadia Pharmaceuticals

Acadia is committed to turning scientific promise into meaningful innovation that makes the difference for underserved neurological and rare disease communities around the world. Our commercial portfolio includes the first and only FDA-approved treatments for Parkinson’s disease psychosis and Rett syndrome. We are developing the next wave of therapeutic advancements with a robust and diverse pipeline that includes mid- to late-stage programs in Alzheimer’s disease psychosis and Lewy body dementia psychosis, along with earlier-stage programs that address other underserved patient needs. At Acadia, we’re here to be their difference.

Position Summary

Join Acadia as a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) and play a critical role in advancing scientific exchange and supporting innovative therapies within a designated therapeutic area. In this field-based role, you will build and maintain trusted relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs), investigators, and healthcare professionals (HCPs), ensuring access to accurate, up-to-date medical and scientific information. You will serve as a strategic partner to internal teams while contributing valuable field insights that shape medical and development strategies.

Primary Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with national and regional KOLs, HCPs, patient advocacy groups, and centers of excellence aligned to Medical Affairs strategy
• Lead scientific exchange with thought leaders, including discussions on research, clinical data, and emerging therapies
• Support clinical trial sites and facilitate investigator-initiated research (IIR) proposals
• Maintain deep expertise in therapeutic area, disease state, and Acadia’s product portfolio
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Regional Business Leaders and Account Business Managers in alignment with compliance requirements
• Deliver strategic field insights to inform medical and development initiatives
• Identify disease state insights and product differentiation opportunities based on clinical and scientific knowledge
• Represent Acadia at medical meetings, congresses, and educational programs
• Support commercial initiatives through participation in speaker training and sales education
• Other duties as assigned

Education/Experience/Skills

Advanced degree required (MD, PharmD, or PhD) in a scientific or related discipline

Minimum 5 years of experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry

Experience in rare diseases, neurology, epilepsy, or psychiatry required

Prior Medical Science Liaison experience preferred

Knowledge of regulatory, compliance, and clinical frameworks within the pharmaceutical industry

Ability to travel up to 75% with residence within assigned territory

Physical Requirements

This role involves regular standing, walking, sitting, and the use of hands for handling or operating equipment. The employee may also need to reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and maintain visual, verbal, and auditory communication in a standard office environment and while working independently from remote locations. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. This position requires the ability to travel independently overnight and/or work after hours as required by travel schedules or business needs.

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In addition to a competitive base salary, this position is also eligible for discretionary bonus and equity awards based on factors such as individual and organizational performance. Actual amounts will vary depending on experience, performance, and location.

Salary Range

$143,400—$179,200 USD

What we offer US-based Employees:

• Competitive base, bonus, new hire and ongoing equity packages
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid life, disability, business travel and EAP coverage
• 401(k) Plan with a fully vested company match 1:1 up to 5%
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a 2-year purchase price lock-in
• 15+ vacation days
• 13 -15 paid holidays, including office closure between December 24th and January 1st
• 10 days of paid sick time
• Paid parental leave benefit
• Tuition assistance

EEO Statement (US-based Employees): Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications in the exact way they are described in job postings. We are committed to building a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and innovative company, and we are looking for the BEST candidate for the job. That candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background or may meet the qualifications in a different way. We strongly encourage you to apply, especially if the reason you are the best candidate isn’t exactly what we describe here.

It is the policy of Acadia to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and employment applicants without regard to considerations of race, including related to hairstyle, color, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, gender transition, country of origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, legally-protected medical condition or information, marital status, domestic partner status, family care status, military caregiver status, veteran or military status (including reserve status, National Guard status, and military service or obligation), status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking, enrollment in a public assistance program, or any basis protected under federal, state or local law.