Senior Staff Medical Science Liaison – Oncology

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New York.

📋 Description

• Lead and implement the US Medical Affairs strategy.

• Promote objective, evidence-based, non-promotional scientific discussions about Illumina technologies, products, and scientific information.

• Establish and nurture relationships with KOLs, HCPs, HCOs, professional societies, researchers, academic institutions, laboratories, and customers.

• Collect insights from external stakeholders to guide the Medical Affairs strategy.

• Deliver scientific education and presentations on oncology genomics, precision medicine, laboratory applications, and scientific evidence.

• Acquire knowledge of studies, compounds, and diseases to facilitate scientific dialogue with oncology and pathology thought leaders.

• Evaluate protocol grant submissions for the Investigator-Initiated Trial program and assist in project management.

• Address unsolicited inquiries for scientific information regarding Illumina products.

• Contribute to oncology and pathology educational initiatives, research-focused congress activities, and non-promotional scientific forums.

• Aid in evidence generation activities and the development of approved or investigational clinical products.

• Observe market dynamics, trends, product knowledge, key publications, and national practice guidelines.

• Gather and analyze stakeholder feedback on patient and caregiver needs.

• Review scientific, educational, Medical Affairs, promotional, and training materials.

• Lead the publication strategy and review abstracts, posters, presentations, and scientific articles.

• Communicate clinical workflows in oncology settings, molecular pathology laboratories, and medical oncology.

• Uphold Medical Affairs independence and adhere to relevant regulations, industry standards, company policies, and ethical guidelines.

⛳️ Requirements

• An advanced degree is required (e.g., PharmD, MD/DO, PhD, RN, or PA) in a pertinent scientific field.

• A doctorate is strongly preferred in a health science or clinical discipline.

• Familiarity with genomics, personalized medicine, in vitro diagnostics, clinical laboratory workflows, and oncology.

• A research and publication history is preferred.

• A minimum of 5 years of clinical, scientific/research, or industry-related experience, or an equivalent background.

• At least 2 years of MSL experience or a similar role in oncology/pathology.

• Capability to interpret scientific data and communicate it effectively to diverse audiences.

• In-depth knowledge of FDA, OIG, HIPAA, and other pertinent ethical guidelines, laws, and regulations.

• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.

• Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time.

🏝️ Benefits

• Variable cash programs (bonus or commission).

• Equity opportunities for eligible positions.

• Accessibility to genomics sequencing.

• Family planning benefits.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.

• Retirement savings plans.

• Paid time off.

• Employee Resource Groups providing career development experiences, cultural awareness, and social responsibility opportunities.

• Accommodation assistance for the application or interview process.