Director - Molecular Science Liaison
Caris Life Sciences
September 02, 2026
On-site
Utah, United States
Medical Affairs
Position Summary
- Establish and lead a team of Molecular Science Liaisons (MSLs) to communicate the value of Caris Molecular Intelligence (CMI) to external clients (e.g., physicians, scientists, KOLs), primarily through face-to-face discussions.
Job Responsibilities
- Day-to-day management of the MSL team; provide recommendations on national staffing plans.
- Create and coordinate MSL training and enablement to ensure up-to-date company technology knowledge.
- Track MSL activity and customer interactions.
- Ensure MSLs can: relay medical community feedback between customers and Caris; conduct medical/scientific education for field organization; present clinical data/educational materials at physician sites and/or conferences; attend POA/commercial pitch meetings and relationship meetings; promote CMI across the U.S.; support/present at molecular tumor boards; read/understand scientific and technical literature; assist with special projects; support field training for contracted speakers (Speaker’s Bureau) and serve as field trainer; lead regional speaking engagements; attend select regional/national tradeshows and sales meetings; provide commercial input/review of marketing materials.
Required Qualifications
- Ph.D. or M.D. in biological science related to pharmacology, cancer biology, or molecular/cellular biology (or equivalent training/experience).
- 3+ years of management experience.
Preferred Qualifications (selected)
- Experience in pharmaceuticals/commercial lab; field/customer and/or sales organization experience.
- Creative, independent judgment; self-motivated; strong interpersonal skills.
- Proficient Microsoft Office Suite and internet; strong communication, teamwork, customer-service focus.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision; HSA/FSA; paid time off; 401k match; LTD/STD and voluntary benefits; EAP; pet insurance; legal assistance; tuition assistance.
Other
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel regularly.
- Establish and lead a team of Molecular Science Liaisons (MSLs) to communicate the value of Caris Molecular Intelligence (CMI) to external clients (e.g., physicians, scientists, KOLs), primarily through face-to-face discussions.
Job Responsibilities
- Day-to-day management of the MSL team; provide recommendations on national staffing plans.
- Create and coordinate MSL training and enablement to ensure up-to-date company technology knowledge.
- Track MSL activity and customer interactions.
- Ensure MSLs can: relay medical community feedback between customers and Caris; conduct medical/scientific education for field organization; present clinical data/educational materials at physician sites and/or conferences; attend POA/commercial pitch meetings and relationship meetings; promote CMI across the U.S.; support/present at molecular tumor boards; read/understand scientific and technical literature; assist with special projects; support field training for contracted speakers (Speaker’s Bureau) and serve as field trainer; lead regional speaking engagements; attend select regional/national tradeshows and sales meetings; provide commercial input/review of marketing materials.
Required Qualifications
- Ph.D. or M.D. in biological science related to pharmacology, cancer biology, or molecular/cellular biology (or equivalent training/experience).
- 3+ years of management experience.
Preferred Qualifications (selected)
- Experience in pharmaceuticals/commercial lab; field/customer and/or sales organization experience.
- Creative, independent judgment; self-motivated; strong interpersonal skills.
- Proficient Microsoft Office Suite and internet; strong communication, teamwork, customer-service focus.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision; HSA/FSA; paid time off; 401k match; LTD/STD and voluntary benefits; EAP; pet insurance; legal assistance; tuition assistance.
Other
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel regularly.