Medical Science Liaison (Psychiatry) - Mid-Atlantic
Vanda PharmaceuticalsRole Overview
Vanda Pharmaceuticals is hiring a mid-level Medical Science Liaison (Psychiatry) - Mid-Atlantic. This is a full-time role in Washington. posted last week. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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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 psychiatry-related field required. Preference given to those with pharmaceutical industry experience in schizophrenia and mood disorders
- 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.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you reside in a state or locality with enacted pay transparency laws, you are entitled to request and receive additional details regarding compensation and benefits. For assistance, please contact us at 202-524-8238 between 8:00 AM and 5:30 PM ET, Monday through Friday.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Medical Science Liaison (Psychiatry) - Mid-Atlantic position at Vanda Pharmaceuticals?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Vanda Pharmaceuticals. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Medical Science Liaison (Psychiatry) - Mid-Atlantic position at Vanda Pharmaceuticals located?
This position is based in Washington. Vanda Pharmaceuticals has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Medical Science Liaison (Psychiatry) - Mid-Atlantic at Vanda Pharmaceuticals earn?
Vanda Pharmaceuticals has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Medical Science Liaison (Psychiatry) - Mid-Atlantic role at Vanda Pharmaceuticals posted?
This role was posted on June 13, 2026 (8 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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