Director - Molecular Science Liaison
Caris Life Sciences
September 02, 2026
On-site
Colorado, United States
Medical Affairs
Position Summary
The Director - Molecular Science Liaisons will establish and lead a team of Molecular Science Liaisons (MSLs) responsible for communicating the value of Caris Molecular Intelligence (CMI) to external clients (physicians, scientists, and others), primarily through face-to-face discussions, including Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs).
Job Responsibilities
- Day-to-day management of the MSL team; provide recommendations on national staffing plans.
- Create and coordinate training and enablement to keep MSLs current on company technology.
- Track MSL activity and customer interactions.
- Serve as a conduit between the medical community and Caris Life Sciences on products, needs, research developments, clinical trials, and therapeutic approaches.
- Conduct medical/scientific education to support field organization and increase presence/market awareness.
- Present clinical data and educational materials to physician sites and/or conferences (regionally or nationally).
- Attend POA/Commercial pitch meetings and onsite relationship development meetings.
- Promote CMI to physician sites across the United States.
- Support and present at molecular tumor board meetings.
- Read/understand scientific and technical literature for customer engagement; support special projects.
- Assist in training for contracted speakers (Speaker’s Bureau) and function as field trainer.
- Deliver regional speaking engagements and attend select regional/national tradeshows and sales meetings.
- Provide commercial input/review of marketing materials.
Required Qualifications
- Ph.D. or M.D. in a biological science related to pharmacology, cancer biology, or molecular/cellular biology (or equivalent training/experience).
- 3+ years of management experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in pharmaceuticals/commercial lab; field/customer/sales experience.
- Creative thinking, independence of judgment, self-motivation.
- Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and internet for business use.
- Demonstrated Drive for Results; strong verbal/written communication; teamwork; customer service focus.
Other
- Valid driver’s license; willingness to travel regularly.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage options; HSA; FSA; paid time off; 401k match and financial planning tools; LTD/STD and voluntary benefits; EAP; pet insurance; legal assistance; tuition assistance.
The Director - Molecular Science Liaisons will establish and lead a team of Molecular Science Liaisons (MSLs) responsible for communicating the value of Caris Molecular Intelligence (CMI) to external clients (physicians, scientists, and others), primarily through face-to-face discussions, including Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs).
Job Responsibilities
- Day-to-day management of the MSL team; provide recommendations on national staffing plans.
- Create and coordinate training and enablement to keep MSLs current on company technology.
- Track MSL activity and customer interactions.
- Serve as a conduit between the medical community and Caris Life Sciences on products, needs, research developments, clinical trials, and therapeutic approaches.
- Conduct medical/scientific education to support field organization and increase presence/market awareness.
- Present clinical data and educational materials to physician sites and/or conferences (regionally or nationally).
- Attend POA/Commercial pitch meetings and onsite relationship development meetings.
- Promote CMI to physician sites across the United States.
- Support and present at molecular tumor board meetings.
- Read/understand scientific and technical literature for customer engagement; support special projects.
- Assist in training for contracted speakers (Speaker’s Bureau) and function as field trainer.
- Deliver regional speaking engagements and attend select regional/national tradeshows and sales meetings.
- Provide commercial input/review of marketing materials.
Required Qualifications
- Ph.D. or M.D. in a biological science related to pharmacology, cancer biology, or molecular/cellular biology (or equivalent training/experience).
- 3+ years of management experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in pharmaceuticals/commercial lab; field/customer/sales experience.
- Creative thinking, independence of judgment, self-motivation.
- Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and internet for business use.
- Demonstrated Drive for Results; strong verbal/written communication; teamwork; customer service focus.
Other
- Valid driver’s license; willingness to travel regularly.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage options; HSA; FSA; paid time off; 401k match and financial planning tools; LTD/STD and voluntary benefits; EAP; pet insurance; legal assistance; tuition assistance.