Senior Medical Science Liaison (MSL) - Field/HQ Hybrid Role
Company: Lexeo Therapeutics
Location: New York City
Posted on: February 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Role Summary This Senior Medical
Science Liaison (MSL) role is a unique opportunity for an
individual to impactfully contribute to both key field-based and HQ
Medical Affairs initiatives. As the first Medical Science Liaison,
this individual will play a pivotal role in shaping the scientific
landscape for Lexeo Therapeutics’ clinical gene therapy programs by
being a strategic, field-based extension of the Medical Affairs
team. This position offers meaningful exposure to
headquarters-based functions and strategic initiatives within a
growing biotech organization. The individual in this role will help
build foundational elements of Lexeo’s field medical organization,
including shaping the therapeutic area landscape for gene therapy
launch readiness and helping to build a field medical function
aligned with quality, depth, and scientific impact rather than
traditional quantitative metrics. This expanded scope enables
personal and professional growth beyond the conventional field
medical remit and will allow the individual to lead Medical Affairs
workstreams that collaborate with cross-functional teams and
involve Lexeo leadership. This individual would be joining Lexeo
during an expansion phase and an exciting time, offering an
opportunity for professional development and advancement. This is a
hybrid role; travel will be required for the field-facing aspect of
this role and to the NYHQ office as necessary. Desired Candidate
Profile In addition to the required qualifications listed below for
this role, we are seeking a team member who is highly motivated and
has a proactive approach to their work. An individual who thinks
outside the box, is solution-driven, open and adaptable to change,
and wants to meaningfully contribute to shaping Medical Affairs
function at Lexeo will thrive in this role! If this sounds like
you, we welcome you to apply! Primary Responsibilities Leverage
scientific expertise to establish and maintain strategically
impactful relationships with national, regional, and local Key
Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and other healthcare providers (HCPs) for
Lexeo’s cardiac gene therapy pipeline, in alignment with medical
strategy Proactively and reactively engage KOLs and HCPs on various
topics, including disease state education, mechanism of action,
emerging and existing clinical data, and the evolution of treatment
landscapes for Lexeo’s cardiac gene therapy pipeline Support
asset-specific pre-launch readiness and optimize launch execution
through the attainment of impactful field medical metrics Provide
internal stakeholders with actionable medical insights gathered
from scientific interactions with HCPs Explore new areas of
scientific and clinical interest to understand unmet needs, how the
landscape is evolving, and how Lexeo’s pipeline programs may
address those needs Collaborate with Clinical Development and
Clinical Operations to support clinical trial sites and
investigators as needed Stay current on medical and scientific
developments in related therapeutic areas by continuously reviewing
literature, monitoring competitor activities, networking with
experts, and attending assigned scientific congresses and symposia
Complete accurate and timely administrative responsibilities,
including reports, projects, and required documentation Deliver
approved medical and scientific presentations to internal and
external stakeholders Support evidence generation efforts by
facilitating external investigator-sponsored research (ISR) concept
submissions Regularly collaborate with field-based and
cross-functional colleagues to advance clinical practice in a
compliant manner Support medical and scientific training of
cross-functional teams as needed Adhere to Lexeo Therapeutics’
values, culture, and policies. Required Skills and Qualifications
MD, DO, PhD, PharmD, other doctorate degrees relevant to the role,
RPh, NP, PA, other APPs, and/or a Master’s degree in life sciences
with clinical research experience in neuromuscular or cardiac
disease 3 years of field experience in the biotech or
pharmaceutical industry, OR 2 years and launch experience, OR
direct patient care experience in cardiology or neurology Gene
therapy experience preferred, particularly in the neuromuscular
space Ability to interpret key scientific data and translate
findings to meet educational and research needs Strong
interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills, and
demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic,
fast-paced, team-oriented environment Compensation is dependent on
qualifications and experience About Lexeo Lexeo Therapeutics is a
clinical-stage genetic medicine company headquartered in New York
City, pioneering cardiac genetic medicine candidates to treat the
root causes of inherited cardiovascular diseases. Our lead program,
LX2006, targets cardiomyopathy associated with Friedreich’s Ataxia
and anchors a broader pipeline addressing genetically defined
conditions such as hypertrophic and arrhythmogenic
cardiomyopathies. Backed by a strong financial foundation, Lexeo is
positioned to translate groundbreaking science into durable
clinical impact. Our work culture is a hybrid model with 2
days/week in the New York City office and 3 days working from home.
Lexeo Therapeutics is an EEO employer committed to an exciting,
diverse, and enriching work environment. We may use artificial
intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process,
such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing
responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not
replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made
by humans. If you would like more information about how your data
is processed, please contact us.
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