Director - Molecular Science Liaison
Caris Life Sciences
August 08, 2026
On-site
Texas, United States
Medical Affairs
Position Summary:
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). Communication primarily involves face-to-face customer discussions, including Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) in oncology.
Job Responsibilities:
- Day-to-day team management of the MSL team
- Provide recommendations on national staffing plans
- Create and coordinate MSL training and enablement plan
- Track MSL activity and customer interactions
- Ensure MSLs can: act as conduit between medical community and Caris; conduct medical/scientific education; present clinical data to sites and/or conferences; attend POA/commercial pitch and relationship meetings; promote CMI to physician sites in the U.S.; support and present at molecular tumor boards; read/understand scientific/technical literature; assist with related duties/special projects; assist field training for contracted speakers (Speaker’s Bureau); function as regional field trainer; deliver 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 a biological science related to pharmacology, cancer biology, or molecular/cellular biology (or equivalent)
- 3+ years of management experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- Commercial experience (pharma or commercial lab)
- Prior field experience with customers and/or sales organization
- Creative problem-solving; strong judgment; self-motivation
- Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work in fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Internet
- Drive for results (service, quality, continuous improvement)
- Proficient verbal and written communication; teamwork; customer service focus
Other/Conditions:
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel regularly
- Must complete pre-employment process (background check, drug screening, credit check for certain positions, and reference verification).
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). Communication primarily involves face-to-face customer discussions, including Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) in oncology.
Job Responsibilities:
- Day-to-day team management of the MSL team
- Provide recommendations on national staffing plans
- Create and coordinate MSL training and enablement plan
- Track MSL activity and customer interactions
- Ensure MSLs can: act as conduit between medical community and Caris; conduct medical/scientific education; present clinical data to sites and/or conferences; attend POA/commercial pitch and relationship meetings; promote CMI to physician sites in the U.S.; support and present at molecular tumor boards; read/understand scientific/technical literature; assist with related duties/special projects; assist field training for contracted speakers (Speaker’s Bureau); function as regional field trainer; deliver 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 a biological science related to pharmacology, cancer biology, or molecular/cellular biology (or equivalent)
- 3+ years of management experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- Commercial experience (pharma or commercial lab)
- Prior field experience with customers and/or sales organization
- Creative problem-solving; strong judgment; self-motivation
- Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work in fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Internet
- Drive for results (service, quality, continuous improvement)
- Proficient verbal and written communication; teamwork; customer service focus
Other/Conditions:
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel regularly
- Must complete pre-employment process (background check, drug screening, credit check for certain positions, and reference verification).