Medical Science Liaison

We are seeking a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) to help define and grow Freenome's presence in the East. The MSL will interact with key clinical decision-makers that influence or manage the use of screening products.

The ideal candidate is a professional with a proven track record identifying the KOLs and payors nationally, and addressing the clinical knowledge gaps across a wide range of customers by communicating impactful scientific information. You are passionate about patient care, and you will have a significant impact on the continued growth of an organization dedicated to changing the entire landscape of cancer.

Responsibilities:

• Identify and develop relationships with key decision makers in academic and community clinics, hospital systems, payor/managed care organizations, and other institutions that influence or manage the use of screening products.
• Collaborate with clinical and payor customers to understand their needs, knowledge gaps, challenges, and evidence requirements for clinical integration, reimbursement, and coverage.
• Develop timely and strategic territory/account plans to address customer needs.
• Educate and conduct meaningful scientific exchange with clinicians on the clinical attributes of Freenome products.
• Educate managed care/payors on the clinical value of Freenome products and services to drive plan inclusion and appropriate utilization.
• Providing support for on-site oral presentations, data reviews, and interactive education events for Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs).

Thought Leadership and Industry Awareness:

• Stay abreast of the latest scientific and clinical advancements, market trends, and regulatory guidelines relevant to our products, specifically in relation to market access, clinical, IDN, and payor environments.
• Represent the company at industry conferences, meetings, and other events as a thought leader and fostering key relationships.
• Assist in organizing forums and events for KOLs to discuss clinical challenges, unmet needs, and potential product improvements.
• Identify trends impacting patient access to blood-based cancer screening.
• Critically reviewing new publications and research findings to help develop educational slides, which are then submitted for approval to Medical Affairs and Marketing.

Strategic Partnerships:

• Collaborating with Sales executives to identify and advise on strategic partnership opportunities.
• Promote effective compliant collaboration with key internal and external stakeholders.
• Close strategic and tactical alignment with commercial field-based teams to ensure appropriate medical support.
• Build field medical territories for commercial launch.

Investigator Initiated Studies:

• Identify investigator initiated study proposals that align with Freenome SMA strategies.
• Present investigator study proposals to cross functional partners in clinical development and scientific medical affairs in support of research activities, including clinical trials, registries, ISTs, and/or RWE.

Must haves:

• Advanced degree in medical or health sciences (e.g. MS/MD/DO/PhD/PharmD).
• 5+ years relevant industry (diagnostic, pharmaceutical, oncology) experience required.
• Medical science liaison experience (oncology/diagnostic industries).
• In-depth scientific and/or therapeutic knowledge.
• Demonstrated understanding of clinical trial management.
• Working knowledge of regulatory guidance and reporting requirements.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
• Strong presentations skills including excellent verbal and written communication.
• Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively in a cross functional team.
• A self-starter with a results-driven mentality and positive attitude.
• Computer proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Adobe and Google’s office (Drive, Sheets, Docs, Slides, Forms).

Nice to haves:

• Existing relationships with key opinion leaders and affiliated institutions.

Benefits and additional information:

• The US target range of our base salary for new hires is $182,750 - $257,250. You will also be eligible to receive equity, cash bonuses, and a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits depending on the position offered.