Medical Science Liaison
About this opportunity:
At Freenome , we are seeking an MSL to help define and grow the Freenome ’s presence. The MSL will interact with key clinical decision-makers that influence or manage the use of screening products. This role will be responsible for engaging clinicians (primary care physicians, oncologists, gastroenterologists, pathologists, APPs etc.) and managed care/payor customers. 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.
The role reports to the VP, Medical Affairs and Advocacy.
What you’ll do:
KOL Engagement:
- 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.
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