Senior Medical Science Liaison, Movement Disorders

Are you passionate about bringing groundbreaking therapies to patients and shaping the future of medicine? Imagine a world where your scientific expertise directly impacts the lives of individuals grappling with movement disorders. Praxis invites you to join our dynamic team as a Senior Medical Science Liaison. This isn't just another remote role; it's a chance to be at the forefront of medical innovation, specifically with our novel therapy, ulixacaltimide, as we prepare for its potential launch. We are looking for an inspiring scientific leader, someone who thrives on building meaningful relationships and translating complex science into actionable insights. Your work will directly empower clinicians and ultimately bring hope to patients worldwide.

Overview

Praxis is seeking a highly skilled and motivated field based Senior Medical Science Liaison to bolster our Medical Affairs activities for ulixacaltimide during its critical prelaunch and potential launch phases. This is a fully remote, worldwide opportunity, requiring flexibility and a willingness to travel as needed for scientific exchanges and team meetings. In this pivotal role, you will forge trusted scientific partnerships, deliver high quality scientific exchanges, and generate invaluable insights that will shape our medical strategy and ensure robust clinical readiness. You will also provide crucial coaching, guidance, and peer leadership to other MSLs, all while maintaining strategic engagement with key investigators, movement disorder specialists, and other vital neurology stakeholders. This individual will translate our overarching medical strategy into effective field execution, ensuring top tier scientific communication and driving both clinical and account readiness in anticipation of and following potential regulatory approval. This position demands strategic thinking and proactive field engagement, serving as a respected scientific leader and a trusted resource for the entire MSL team. With a significant unmet need in essential tremor, you have a unique opportunity to introduce a novel therapeutic option.

Key Responsibilities

Translate global medical strategy into effective, actionable field execution plans.
Cultivate and maintain trusted scientific relationships with key opinion leaders, investigators, and healthcare professionals specializing in movement disorders.
Deliver high quality, impactful scientific presentations and exchanges on ulixacaltimide and relevant disease states.
Gather and synthesize actionable insights from the medical community to inform and refine our ongoing medical strategy.
Provide coaching, mentorship, and peer leadership to junior MSLs, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning.
Drive clinical and account readiness in advance of and following potential product approval.
Act as a credible scientific resource, responding to unsolicited medical information requests from healthcare professionals.
Participate in medical education events, advisory boards, and scientific congresses to represent Praxis and gather external perspectives.

Requirements

Advanced scientific or clinical degree such as PharmD, PhD, or MD is essential.
Significant experience as a Medical Science Liaison, with a proven track record in a senior or leadership capacity.
Deep scientific expertise and understanding of movement disorders, particularly essential tremor, and the relevant therapeutic landscape.
Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, capable of engaging diverse scientific and medical audiences.
Demonstrated ability to think strategically, analyze complex information, and translate scientific data into clear, concise messages.
Strong leadership qualities with experience in mentoring or guiding colleagues.
Willingness and flexibility to travel nationally and internationally as required to fulfill the demands of the role.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote team environment.

What You'll Gain

The extraordinary opportunity to significantly impact patient lives by bringing a novel therapy to market.
A chance to shape medical strategy and field execution for a potentially life changing treatment.
Unparalleled professional growth and leadership development within a fast paced, innovative biotechnology company.
A collaborative and supportive remote work environment with a team dedicated to scientific excellence.
The flexibility of a fully remote position, allowing you to contribute from anywhere in the world.