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Myriad Genetics · 5 hours ago

Med Science Liaison I (Oncology, Northwest Territory)

Seattle, WA

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry Level

3+ years exp

Myriad Genetics is seeking a qualified individual to fill the role of Medical Science Liaison (MSL) within the Oncology Business Unit. The MSL position is a field-based scientific and clinical expert role aimed at supporting the oncology portfolio through relationship building with healthcare professionals and providing clinical education regarding genetic testing.

BiotechnologyPharmaceuticalPrecision Medicine

Responsibilities

Maintain MSL Expertise through:

Demonstrating clinical expertise of Myriad’s oncology portfolio products, along with staying current on research in oncology-related topics that impact our portfolio and business strategy

Attending scientific conferences to represent Myriad, gather insights and meet initiatives of the business unit

Establishing, building and maintaining relationships with local, regional and national KOLs

Being an active member of the Myriad Medical Affairs community through best practice sharing

Continually advances and grows with market issues, trends, monitors the competitive landscape, and product knowledge specific to key therapeutic areas

Serves as a Medical/Scientific resource to Clinicians by:

Answering medical questions, addressing other clinically related medical information issues, assisting in understanding and utilizing consistent processes for assessing patients’ risk for genetic and genomic (multi-omic) testing, explain test results, and discuss relevant guidelines associated with treatment and medical management options

Providing ongoing, up-to-date education (via clinical/scientific presentations) to customers thereby increasing awareness of, and access to, genetic and pan-omic tests for appropriate patients

Delivering clinical and scientific presentations to healthcare practitioners

Supporting customer research requests through the appropriate channels

Supports Oncology business unit initiatives and demonstrates business acumen through•:

Identifying and prioritizing opportunities for customer engagement, growth, and education

Evaluating effective MSL interventions and initiatives to achieve company goals

Fully supporting and participating in the implementation of business unit initiatives

Aiding marketing and training team on clinical education or claims projects

Assisting in Speaker Trainings and Thought Leader (KOL) meetings as it relates to the area of focus

Certain MSL positions may not be involved with direct sales support. IF role of MSL is tied to a sales team additional responsibilities to include:

Collaborating with sales to identify opportunities for collaboration in supporting/educating customers and KOL engagements

Attending sales meetings and partnering with area sales manager and marketing to facilitate and/or present information, as needed

Educating sales team on current clinical practice, guideline advancements, and aiding in sales training to elevate their skillset

Qualification

Advanced degreeClinical oncology experienceGenetics/genomics knowledgeOncologic pharmacologyKOL relationship managementWritten communicationVerbal communication

Required

Advanced degree required: (i.e., APP, PA, NP, MS, PharmD,) in a relevant scientific and clinical discipline. Maintain current board certifications and/or licenses, preferred, while actively pursuing continuous education

Ideally, possess a minimum of three years of post-graduate clinical experience

Demonstrate advanced training and/or experience in clinical oncology. Familiarity with general oncologic pharmacology is also preferred

Understand genetics/genomics, genetic testing, and current service delivery models

Experience facilitating research discussions with KOLs and effectively communicating research results or clinical studies to a variety of audiences

Exhibit excellent written and verbal communication abilities

Willing and able to travel 2-3 days per week, occasional weekends for conferences/ meetings. Travel depends on specific MSL role

Effectively manage travel and maintain expenses within appropriate budget