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Position Overview
The Lead Medical Science Liaison functions as a member of the Screening Medical Affairs department, educating prescribers and population-based decision makers within health systems and other organized customer groups to inform decisions about our products, bringing back insights to inform evidence generation and planning. This position will develop and maintain relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs) in Primary Care and Gastroenterology. This regional position may require up to 4 days of field travel per week. The travel is within a defined geographic region, but occasionally additional travel may be necessary. The primary responsibility of the Medical Science Liaison is to provide education and subject matter expertise to support our strategic initiatives.
This position is field based. The Northwest territory includes key markets across Seattle WA, Spokane WA, Portland OR, Bend OR, San Francisco CA, Sacramento CA, as well as parts of Idaho, Montana, and Alaska.
Essential Duties
Include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Demonstrate ability to understand major data sources (clinical trials, studies, published reports, etc.) relative to the use of our products, including clinical and select health economics and outcomes research data (HEOR).
- Support health systems, population health leaders, and medical quality professionals by educating on clinical, public health, medical quality, and other scientific information to help guide medical decisions for patients and populations regarding our screening products and related disease states.
- Prepare and deliver clinical and scientific presentations to healthcare providers, health systems and medical group leadership, and community/advocacy groups.
- Work compliantly with cross-functional business partners in the field, including health system leadership and field sales teams to develop and execute scientific engagement tactics that align to brand strategy.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with our internal teams to develop relevant content for scientific engagement for marketed and pipeline screening products.
- Provide Medical Affairs support at select National medical conferences by engaging in scientific exchange with key decision-makers.
- Provide insight into market trends and competition.
- Build relationships and assist in the development of key opinion leaders as potential speakers and collaborators for our company, and collaborate with Screening Medical Affairs leadership in the development of key opinion leaders.
- Develop relationships with key decision makers in health systems, medical groups, healthcare provider offices, state departments of health, advocacy organizations, and national/regional professional societies.
- Collaborate with clients and thought leaders on a national, regional and local level to obtain clinical insights that support medical research associated with new and existing products.
- Provide the Clinical Affairs team with recommendations on investigator and site selection for future clinical trials and studies.
- Provide insights to Sales Force Effectiveness team regarding opportunities for updates and improvements in sales force training.
- Identify and attend regional and national trade shows, symposia, and scientific/clinical meetings that are aligned with territory and brand strategy.
- Manage time and travel expense budget for scientific exchange and clinical education activities within dedicated regions.
- Demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills, as well as effective presentation skills.
- Ability to work well independently and manage time effectively.
- Strong attention to detail with a focus on producing high-quality work.
- Strong verbal and written communication; public speaking skills.
- Strong analytical, problem solving, and decision-making skills.
- Uphold company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork.
- Support and comply with the company’s Quality Management System policies and procedures.
- Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
- Ability to act with an inclusion mindset and model these behaviors for the organization.
- Ability to work Monday through Friday during typical business hours, and some weekends (scientific meetings).
- Ability to lift up to 10 pounds for approximately 10% of a typical working day.
- Ability to work seated for approximately 60% of a typical working day. Ability to work standing for approximately 40% of a typical working day.
- Ability to work on mobile device, tablet, or in front of a computer screen and/or perform typing for approximately 50% of a typical working day.
- Ability to travel approximately 60% of working time.
Minimum Qualifications
- Master’s degree in a relevant health professions/sciences or related field (e.g., biotechnology, biology, health sciences, or clinical sciences leading to necessary skills) OR Bachelor’s degree in a relevant health professions/sciences or related field and 4+ years of field-based medical affairs experience in lieu of master’s degree.
- 5+ years of industry experience in healthcare or medical technology fields with Medical Affairs or similar industry experience.
- Ability to meet any requirements set by healthcare facilities for access to those facilities (e.g. vaccination requirements, mask requirements, etc.).
- Possession of a valid driver's license; no suspended, revoked, surrendered, invalid, etc. allowed.
- No more than two moving violations, events, or accidents within the last 36 months.
- No alcohol or drug event in which a vehicle was driven by the candidate or employee, including but not limited to Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) failure, refusal to submit to alcohol or drug test, alcohol-related suspension, etc. in the last 36 months.
- No other results from the Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) check that expose our company to what we deem to be an unacceptable level of liability.
- Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
- Demonstrated ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation.
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced degree in a relevant health sciences or related field (PA-C, Genetic counselor, or other healthcare providers).
- 2+ years of MSL experience in industry with prior experience in oncology and/or gastroenterology.
- Some experience communicating health economics and outcomes research (HEOR) data.
- Experience in public health, population health management, health insurance, and medical quality.
- Familiarity and experience with screening and wellness programs.
- An in-depth knowledge of the health care market as well as experience with clinical trials.
- Experience working with and/or for advocacy groups and professional societies.
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Salary Range:
$151,000 - $220,000 (National salary range)
$174,000 - $245,000 (California salary range)
The annual base salary shown is for this position located in US - WA - Seattle on a full-time basis and may differ by hiring location. In addition, this position is bonus eligible.
Exact Sciences is proud to offer an employee experience that includes paid time off (including days for vacation, holidays, volunteering, and personal time), paid leave for parents and caregivers, a retirement savings plan, wellness support, and health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage. Learn more about our benefits.
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