Medical Science Liaison, Neuropsychiatry - New Haven, CT

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About the role

At Bristol Myers Squibb, we offer uniquely interesting work that transforms the lives of patients and advances careers. As a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) in Neuropsychiatry, you’ll drive scientific exchange, enhance medical education, and ensure patients have access to BMS medicines. This role is field-based, covering Connecticut, Western Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Vermont.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with academic and community research thought leaders, healthcare providers (HCPs), and access stakeholders to address scientific, unsolicited product, and Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR)-related questions.
• Engage in meaningful scientific exchange through 1:1 interactions, group presentations, and remote channels to ensure safe and appropriate use of BMS medicines.
• Demonstrate proficiency in using scientific resources and presentations, ensuring medical accuracy and compliance with ethical and legal guidelines.
• Assess the medical landscape by meeting with thought leaders and HCPs to understand treatment strategies, unmet medical needs, clinical trials, and competitive dynamics.
• Identify opportunities for collaborative research projects and investigator-sponsored research (ISR) aligned with BMS strategic objectives.
• Attend medical congresses and local/regional meetings, collecting and communicating medical insights to support strategy development.
• Develop geography-specific Field Medical and thought leader interaction plans based on therapeutic area objectives.
• Contribute to cross-functional institution/account plans and the development of scientifically meaningful medical programs.
• Provide medical support to internal stakeholders (e.g., Commercial, Regulatory, Pharmacovigilance) and scientific updates for training.
• Support promotional meetings by presenting clinical data, evaluating speakers, and assisting BMS-contracted speakers.
• Participate in assigned congress activities and support interventional/non-interventional research studies, including site identification and feasibility assessments.
• Assist HCPs in the ISR submission and execution process, ensuring compliance with BMS Pharmacovigilance procedures.
• Actively support CRO-sponsored studies as defined by the study scope document.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in medical/biosciences (e.g., MD, PhD, PharmD, DNP, PA-C).
• Minimum 3–5 years of MSL or clinical practice experience, with current experience in psychiatry, mental health, or schizophrenia.
• Proven track record of establishing and maintaining relationships with external experts.
• Ability to drive a company-provided car is essential; candidates must possess a safe driving history and be able to travel extensively within the territory.
• Field-based role requiring residence within the managed territory or within 50 miles of its borders.

Skills

• Disease area knowledge, including scientific publications, clinical trial design, and competitive landscape.
• Understanding of the national healthcare and access environment, including HEOR core concepts.
• Excellent English communication and presentation skills for engaging with research and healthcare professionals.
• Ability to translate complex scientific/clinical data into accessible insights for HCPs.
• Strong relationship-building skills with thought leaders, scientists, and community-based HCPs.
• Demonstrated ability to quickly learn new subject areas and adapt to evolving environments.
• Alignment with BMS values, including ethics, integrity, and teamwork.

Pay

Starting compensation range for this full-time role: $166,090 – $201,262. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities may be available based on eligibility. Final compensation will be determined by demonstrated experience.

Schedule

• Field-based position with the majority of time spent traveling to external customers.
• Travel required within the assigned territory (CT, W. MA, RI, VT) and for medical congresses/meetings.