(Senior) Medical Science Liaison, External Research
Core
Field-based Medical Science Liaison supporting external research collaborations, investigator-initiated trials, and real-world data studies in oncology to connect academic investigators with Tempus' genomic testing platform.
Role type
Senior Medical Science Liaison (External Research)
Builds
External research collaborations, investigator-initiated trials, assay grants, and real-world retrospective data studies
Domain
Oncology, Genomic Diagnostics, Precision Medicine
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Project management of 25-30 study collaborations, liaison with KOLs and academic researchers, medical writing for abstracts and manuscripts, knowledge of statistical methods and clinical trial design, familiarity with genomic LDT and regulatory frameworks (CLIA, CAP, Sunshine Act)
Preferred skills
Existing KOL relationships in oncology, public speaking skills, experience in translational or clinical research within academic institutions
Technologies
Tempus proprietary platform, genomic laboratory-developed testing (LDT)
Responsibilities
Provide medical support to strategic account managers for research discussions; Engage academic KOLs for collaborative external research; Identify data gaps and unmet needs in cancer types; Assess study proposals for feasibility and merit; Serve as research liaison between internal data scientists and external investigators; Support medical writing of abstracts and manuscripts; Manage External Research Portfolio and Scientific Exchange Plans; Liaise cross-functionally with Medical Affairs, Marketing, Sales, and R&D; Attend oncology conferences to connect with KOLs
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
