(senior) Medical Science Liaison - Mid-atlantic

Tempus AI · Vertical AI · DC · Remote

This role is for a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) in the healthcare domain, focusing on precision medicine and oncology. While the company uses AI to connect real-world evidence and provide insights, the MSL's core responsibilities involve physician support, education on medical advancements, building relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), and delivering scientific presentations. The role requires a strong scientific background in oncology and comprehensive genomic profiling, but the individual does not directly build or ship AI/ML models or systems.

What you'd actually do

  1. Serve as a subject matter expert supporting commercial team efforts with deep and current understanding of the oncology landscape, including diagnostic tests, disease states, treatment paradigms, and emerging biomarkers and technologies.
  2. Build relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and other HCPexperts, including oncologists, pathologists, lab directors, and researchers.
  3. Deliver scientific presentations and promote exchange of clinical/scientific/technical information with regional KOLs, community physicians, medical directors, and other HCPs in the field of oncology regarding Tempus oncology products. This will include proactive and reactive communication of scientific data.
  4. Facilitate discussions for insights in clinical research, unmet needs, and emerging trends in testing practices.
  5. Provide scientific education for internal stakeholders in collaboration with Learning & Development team

Skills

Required

  • Fundamental understanding of the field of molecular oncology, comprehensive genomic profiling, tumor evolution, and relevant targeted therapy options in early and advanced stage cancer, with ability to interpret clinical trial data.
  • Existing KOL relationships in the field of oncology.
  • Working knowledge of genomic laboratory-developed testing (LDT) with tissue and liquid biopsy; familiarity with CLIA-88’, CAP, Sunshine Act (2013).
  • Proficient public speaking skills with an ability to effectively communicate clinical data and complex scientific concepts.
  • Exceptional interpersonal communication skills, strong inter-, and intradepartmental management skills, ability to educate and train.
  • Self-starter, who can work autonomously to deliver on tight timelines.
  • Ability to travel (50%).

Nice to have

  • 1+ years of MSL experience in diagnostics, biotech or pharmaceutical industries.

What the JD emphasized

  • strong clinical and scientific background in oncology and comprehensive genomic profiling
  • existing KOL relationships in the field of oncology
  • Advanced scientific or medical degree (PhD, PharmD, MD, MSN, BSN)