Senior Medical Science Liaison - KOL Management, Prostate Cancer
Full-Time 180000 - 200000 USD per-year-salaryJob Overview
The Medical Science Liaison - KOL Management (MSL) is a field-based professional with scientific and clinical expertise who would be responsible for providing medical and scientific education on Artera’s AI-based prostate cancer biomarker test, new products, and our portfolio in development. The MSL/Sr. MSL engages in scientific exchange with Key Opinion Leaders and Healthcare Professionals consistent with Medical Affairs and company objectives.
The Medical Science Liaison - KOL Management (MSL) is a field-based professional with scientific and clinical expertise who would be responsible for providing medical and scientific education on Artera’s AI-based prostate cancer biomarker test, new products, and our portfolio in development. The MSL/Sr. MSL engages in scientific exchange with Key Opinion Leaders and Healthcare Professionals consistent with Medical Affairs and company objectives.
Essential Responsibilities:
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Identify and proactively engage with national and regional Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) to initiate scientific exchange, gather guideline panel member insights, share scientific expertise, and develop peer-level relationships
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Organize, track, and report on internal KOL management objectives and key results
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Collaborate cross-functionally with sales, marketing, product, clinical development, and medical science teams to ensure internal alignment and seamless engagements with KOLs
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Support clinical development outreaches to identify and secure access to study cohorts based on company strategic priorities
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Support processing and evaluation of investigator initiated research concepts proposed by KOLs and other researchers
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Interpret and effectively communicate relevant medical and scientific information
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Attend conferences and symposia for the purpose of proactively engaging KOLs and organizing company-led events (e.g, receptions, advisory boards) and providing medical and scientific support to internal and external customers
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Obtain and provide actionable insights that enhances the value and appropriate use of Artera’s products to internal stakeholders
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Respond to medical inquiries with clinical and scientific information supporting the appropriate use of Artera’s products
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Support development of clinical evidence studies by evaluating and managing investigator-initiated research proposals
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Maintain expertise in disease state management, emerging biomarkers,and the competitive landscape
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Work cross-functionally and compliantly with internal partners to provide medical and scientific expertise
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Adhere to internal processes as well as regulatory and compliance requirements
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Develop understanding of oncology customer segments and market dynamics
Education and Experience Requirements:
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Advanced degree (MD, PhD, or PharmD) in a relevant scientific or clinical field preferred
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5+ years of experience in biotechnology/pharma, clinical, or research fields preferred
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Prior MSL experience with focus on KOL management is strongly preferred
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Experience in urology, oncology or diagnostics/biomarkers is required
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills with external stakeholders
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Strong program management skills, including attention to detail and organizational skills
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Analytical thinker with problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines
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Ability to communicate complex scientific and clinical information to medical audiences
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Experience supporting clinical research activities such as investigator-initiated studies, site identification, or trial recruitment
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Ability to travel up to 60% of the time to meet with clinicians at their institutions, offices, and/or oncology conferences