Molecular Science Liaison - San Diego, CA

Role Summary

The Molecular Science Liaisons are responsible for communicating the value of Caris Molecular Intelligence (CMI) to external clients, such as physicians, scientists and other interested parties. This communication primarily involves face-to-face discussions with customers, including Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) in the field of oncology. These customer presentations will involve frequent travel throughout an assigned region (approximately 80% travel). The individual will gather, evaluate published literature and attend relevant conferences to ensure that Caris has the most up-to-date information regarding drug/biomarker associations. This information will also be utilized to further enhance the knowledge base of the targeted customer base within an assigned region.

Responsibilities

• Act as a conduit of information/feedback between the medical community and Caris Life Sciences regarding current products and the needs of the medical community to enhance patient care, new research developments, clinical trial activities and therapeutic approaches.
• Present clinical data and educational materials to physician sites and/or conferences within an assigned region or nationally, as required by Sales and Marketing.
• Promote CMI to physician sites across Europe, as required by Sales and Marketing.
• Read and understand the scientific and technical literature in order to maintain knowledge of the therapeutic oncology field for customer engagement.
• Assist with other related duties and special projects as required by sales and marketing.
• Assist in field training contracted speakers as part of the Caris Speaker‚Äôs Bureau.
• Function as a field trainer of assigned region to provide an extension of our Director of Training.
• Regional speaking engagements (Roundtables, Grand Rounds, Tumor Boards, etc.) with physicians to broaden CMI understanding clinically.
• Attend select regional tradeshows, national tradeshows and participate in sales meetings to present relevant data necessary to promote CMI and educate clients in the marketplace.
• Commercial input/review of marketing material to reflect current molecular landscape.

Qualifications

• M.D. or Ph.D. in a biological science related to pharmacology, cancer biology, or molecular and cellular biology or equivalent training and experience required.
• Prior experience in a commercial atmosphere such as Pharmaceuticals or Commercial Lab space a plus.
• Strong background in Molecular Oncology preferred.

Skills

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with ability to convey complex scientific information to diverse audiences.
• Strong literature appraisal and interpretation capabilities in oncology and molecular biology.
• Ability to travel extensively and manage regional engagements and trainings.

Education

• MD or PhD in a relevant biological science field.

Additional Requirements

• All job specific, safety, and compliance training as required for the role.