Medical Science Liaison (MSL) / Senior Medical Science Liaison (Sr. MSL)

Employment Type: Full-time

Position Overview

Tempus is seeking a high-performing and experienced Medical Science Liaison (MSL) or Senior Medical Science Liaison (Sr. MSL) to support the commercial and educational objectives of the company. This field-based role requires a strong clinical and scientific background in oncology and genomic testing, coupled with excellent communication skills to educate healthcare providers about Tempus assays and technologies. The ideal candidate will be passionate about precision medicine and advancing the healthcare industry, leveraging Tempus' proprietary platform that connects real-world evidence to deliver actionable insights to physicians.

Location: Midwest (MN, IA, and ND) region of the US.

Responsibilities

• Function as a sales and commercial team support and a regional expert for Tempus oncology assays.
• Promote the exchange of clinical, scientific, and technical information with regional Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and other physicians in the field of oncology.
• Facilitate education for a broader healthcare provider community within the region (KOLs, community physicians, medical directors, and other HCPs) regarding Tempus oncology products via in-person or virtual presentations.
• Proactively and reactively communicate scientific data.
• Provide scientific education for internal stakeholders in collaboration with the Learning & Development team.
• Attend conferences and other key meetings, providing comprehensive meeting synopses and summaries of high-impact abstracts, posters, and oral presentations.
• Continuously update internal stakeholders on relevant medical and scientific knowledge.
• Proactively share market intelligence.

Requirements

• Fundamental understanding of the field of molecular oncology and related patient management algorithms.
• Existing KOL relationships in the field of oncology.
• Working knowledge of genomic laboratory-developed testing (LDT).
• Familiarity with CLIA’88’, CAP, and Sunshine Act (2013).
• Public speaking skills and the ability to effectively communicate relevant scientific topics and concepts.
• Exceptional interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong inter- and intradepartmental management skills, with the ability to educate and train.
• Self-starter with an ownership mindset, capable of working and delivering on tight timelines.
• Ability to travel up to 50%.

Education and Experience

• Advanced scientific or medical degree (PhD, PharmD, MD, MSN, BSN).
• Basic understanding of oncology is required.
• Basic understanding of molecular testing is strongly preferred.
• Preferred Qualifications: 1+ years of MSL experience in diagnostics, biotech, or pharmaceutical industries.

Company Information

Tempus is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.