Medical Science Liaison - Southern U.S.

Are you ready to join Connecticut Innovation’s vibrant community of innovators? Connecticut Innovations (“CI”) is Connecticut’s strategic venture capital arm, and we are passionate about serving our portfolio of 220+ companies across various industries, with strengths in life sciences, technology, and climate tech.Come join First-in-Class Dermatology Drugs | Veradermics!Location: Southern United States (Remote with Field Travel)Must reside in the Southern United States (TX, LA, MS, AL, GA, FL, SC, NC, TN), with preference for candidates located in Texas.Veradermics Corporate OverviewVeradermics is a dermatologist-founded, late clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on turning everyday dermatology and aesthetics problems into clear, proven care. Backed by an oversubscribed $150 million Series C financing led by top-tier global investors, we are advancing a portfolio of first-in-class therapeutics designed to redefine the standard of care in medical dermatology.Our lead program, VDPHL01, is a potential non-hormonal, extended-release oral minoxidil in multiple Phase 3 trials for hair regrowth in women and men, one of the largest aesthetics markets worldwide. Early Phase 2 data showed visible, measurable hair growth as early as two months, signaling the potential to become the first new oral prescription treatment for pattern hair loss in decades.In addition to VDPHL01, our pipeline includes assets addressing widespread, high-unmet-need conditions such as common warts and molluscum contagiosum. At Veradermics, we combine scientific rigor with a vision for impactful innovation that makes a lasting difference in patients lives.Why Work at VeradermicsBe Part of a Breakthrough: Join a company advancing the first potential oral therapeutic for hair regrowth in decades while building a broader dermatology pipeline.Thrive in a High-Momentum Environment: Following our Series C raise and strong clinical data, were scaling rapidly through Phase 3 and NDA preparation.Do Work That Matters: Contribute to proven, accessible innovations that address some of the most common and most overlooked skin conditions worldwide.Medical Science Liaison | Position Overview Veradermics is seeking a mission-driven, field-based Medical Science Liaison (MSL) to join our growing Medical Affairs team. Reporting to the Associate Director of Medical Affairs, the MSL will be responsible for building trusted, peer-to-peer scientific relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs) and regional physicians, supporting clinical development and launch readiness, and generating field insights across a high-impact dermatology pipeline.This is a hands-on, external-facing role that blends deep scientific acumen with strong communication skills and collaborative execution. The ideal candidate is excited to contribute meaningfully to a fast-paced team advancing breakthrough dermatologic therapies.This role carries full medical affairs responsibility for the West Coast Territory, with ownership of scientific engagement, insight gathering, and field execution across the region.Scientific Exchange and Stakeholder EngagementOwn medical affairs activities across the West Coast region, including KOL engagement, clinical site support, and insight generation.Develop and execute a territory-level engagement plan, including identification, prioritization, and relationship strategies for KOLs, clinical sites, and dermatology influencers.Conduct fair-balanced, non-promotional scientific exchange on disease state awareness, clinical trial data, and pipeline updates.Attend and support medical congresses, advisory boards, and regional educational meetings as a Veradermics field representative.Internal Collaboration and Medical Content SupportPartner cross-functionally with Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, Regulatory, and Commercial teams to ensure aligned execution.Contribute to the development of medical slide decks, FAQs, training materials, and field tools.Support internal training initiatives, especially related to product science, competitive landscape, and dermatology education.Compliance and DocumentationEnsure all interactions comply with Veradermics medical governance policies, company SOPs, and external regulatory standards.Document all external interactions and field activities in CRM systems in a timely and accurate manner.Track and report territory-level activity, KOL engagement metrics, and insight trends to Medical Affairs leadership.Candidate Profile | Who You Are Advanced scientific degree (PharmD, PhD, NP, PA or equivalent) required.2+ years in a Medical Science Liaison role or comparable field-based scientific role; dermatology or aesthetics strongly preferred.Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to foster scientific credibility and trust with external stakeholders.Proven ability to work independently in a field-based role while thriving in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.Familiarity with clinical trial processes, medical compliance, and CRM documentation toolsMust be based within the Western United States (CA, OR, WA, NV, AZ, CO, UT) with ability to travel up to 60%.Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.Company Culture Veradermics is a small and tight-knit operation where our team works tirelessly to develop innovative new therapeutics for dermatology. We hold ourselves to an incredibly high standard and are looking for an exceptional person who is ready to be an integral team member and make a positive impact on the practice of medicine. We strongly appreciate positivity, curiosity, and, above all else, the ability to stay organized and get things done at the highest level and on time. We are incredibly conscious of creating a comfortable, flexible environment that cultivates the desire to be engaged, ask questions, and feel a vested interest in our team's success. Most importantly, you should value honest and direct communication as you recognize that this is the best way for any individual or team to continuously learn and grow. Accomplishing our collective goals will be fun but also complex.What It's Like To Work With Us We’re passionate about dermatology and about improving the lives of individuals suffering from common skin conditions. The therapeutics you help us develop will impact the quality of life of millions of people suffering from conditions ranging from common warts to alopecia areata. We strive to do our personal best and to encourage others to do their best. We also believe in treating others with respect and want to create a company that people are excited to work for.Location and TravelLocation: Remote field-based role; candidate must reside in the Southern United States (TX, LA, MS, AL, GA, FL, SC, NC, TN), with preference for candidates located in Texas.Travel: Up to 60%, including KOL meetings, trial site visits, internal meetings in New Haven, and attendance at scientific conferencesSalary and Benefits Veradermics provides a comprehensive compensation package that includes a base salary, annual performance bonus eligibility, and access to the employee stock option plan. Robust benefits package, including health coverage, retirement benefit matching, dependent care FSA, and unlimited paid time off.Equal Opportunity Employer Veradermics is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age.