[Hiring] Senior Staff Medical Science Liaison @Illumina

Role Description

Illumina, Inc. is seeking an exceptional Sr. Staff Medical Science Liaison in Oncology with strong experience and interest in genomics and precision medicine. The Senior Staff Medical Science Liaison is responsible for leading and executing the Medical Affairs Strategy in the US. The MSL is responsible for facilitating objective, evidence-based, and non-promotional scientific exchange regarding Illumina's technologies, products, and associated scientific data.

• Focus on building and maintaining relationships with key opinion leaders (KOL) and other scientific stakeholders.
• Gather insights to inform Medical Affairs strategy.
• Support research and educational initiatives.
• Respond to unsolicited requests for scientific information in accordance with company policies and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Contribute scientific expertise related to genomic technologies, emerging evidence, laboratory applications, and evolving scientific, laboratory, and clinical evidence relevant to advancing precision medicine research in oncology.
• Manage relationships with health care professionals (HCPs), health care organizations (HCOs), professional societies, and customers within the US.
• Support scientific exchange and education in oncology, including objective, evidence-based communication regarding genomic technologies and scientific evidence.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree required (i.e. Pharm D, MD/DO, PhD, RN, PA) in a relevant scientific discipline. Doctorate strongly preferred in a health science or clinical discipline.
• Understanding of genomics, personalized medicine, in vitro diagnostics, clinical laboratory workflows and oncology background with a research and publication record preferred.
• Greater than or equal to 5 years of clinical, scientific/research, or industry related experience or equivalent required.
• Able to readily interpret scientific data and communicate scientific data to broad audiences.
• Must possess a thorough understanding of FDA, OIG, HIPAA and other ethical guidelines, laws and regulations relevant to the medical device industry.
• Possesses advanced problem solving and analytic skills.
• At least 2 years of MSL experience or equivalent in oncology/pathology. More than 5 years preferred.
• Must be willing to travel up to 50% of the time.

Requirements

• Serve as a field-based scientific resource and trusted scientific exchange partner for KOLs, HCPs, laboratory personnel, researchers, academic institutions, and other stakeholders in oncology and precision medicine.
• Conduct all interactions in a factual, objective, non-promotional manner and in accordance with applicable company policies and practices.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of Illumina, its product offerings, recent medical and scientific advancements, and key publications in the field of precision medicine, with a focus on oncology.
• Demonstrated expertise in comprehensive genomic profiling (CGP), minimal residual disease (MRD), and precision oncology testing across major solid tumors and hematologic malignancies.
• Foster and maintain collaborative relationships with external scientific leaders and stakeholders to facilitate scientific exchange.
• Provide objective, balanced, and evidence-based scientific education and scientific exchange presentations regarding oncology genomics and precision medicine.
• Develop and maintain a level of knowledge about pertinent studies, compounds, and diseases.
• Assess protocol grant submissions to the Investigator-Initiated Trial (IIT) program and assist with managing projects.
• Provide field-based medical and scientific information for responding to unsolicited requests for information regarding Illumina products.
• Provide scientific support for oncology and pathology education initiatives.
• Provide scientific and Medical Affairs support for evidence generation activities.
• Continually educate self on market issues/trends and product knowledge.
• Collect and synthesize input from external stakeholders to inform strategic planning of the Medical Affairs department.
• Provide medical review of scientific, educational, and Medical Affairs materials.
• Drive publication plan and review abstracts, posters, presentations, and scientific articles.
• Review and keep current on key publications and national practice guidelines (e.g., NCCN, ASCO).
• Clearly articulate the clinical workflow in oncology healthcare settings.
• Maintain Medical Affairs independence and compliance with applicable regulations and ethical standards.

Benefits

• Estimated base salary range: $141,600 - $212,400.
• Eligibility for variable cash programs (bonus or commission).
• Potential equity as part of the compensation package.
• Access to genomics sequencing.
• Family planning, health/dental/vision benefits.
• Retirement benefits and paid time off.