Associate Director, Scientific Affairs

Tempus AI; Indiana (PA); Remote; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full range of benefits

Incentive compensation

Restricted stock units

Job summary

A leading biotechnology firm is seeking an Associate Director of Scientific Affairs to support its Oncology Genomics business. The role involves acting as a scientific expert, developing marketing materials, and providing strategic support to teams. A strong understanding of molecular oncology is essential, alongside an advanced medical degree and 5+ years of relevant experience. This remote position is open to candidates across the U.S., offering a competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with oncology and molecular diagnostic testing preferred.
• Experience in Medical Information preferred.
• Strong understanding of NCCN, ASCO, and ESMO guidelines required.

Responsibilities

• Act as an internal expert on all oncology test offerings.
• Develop accurate marketing messages for stakeholders.
• Support oncology teams with medical education.
• Attend oncology clinical congresses for insights.
• Manage and oversee the global medical information support team.

Skills

Molecular oncology understanding

Interpersonal communication

Public speaking

Business acumen

Attention to detail

Education

Advanced scientific or medical degree (PhD, PharmD, MD, etc.)

Job description

Overview

Associate Director, Scientific Affairs at Tempus AI. Tempus AI expands our high-performing Scientific Affairs team to support the commercial customer focus of the Oncology Genomics business segment. We are seeking a medical affairs professional in oncology with experience in therapeutics and/or diagnostics, and with excellent communication skills to help lead the education of internal and external stakeholders on the application of Tempus NGS and additional diagnostic technologies. This position reports to the Senior Director, Medical Affairs. This remote role is open to candidates across the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Function as an internal scientific/technical expert with respect to all Tempus oncology test offerings
• Contribute to the development of scientifically/technically accurate and comprehensive marketing messages/collateral for external and internal stakeholders
• Review and approve Oncology Marketing promotional content, outreaches, training materials, and webinars
• Provide the Oncology commercial-facing teams with strategic and tactical medical support and education to incorporate Tempus oncology tissue NGS, liquid biopsy (ctDNA), and algorithmic test offerings into clinical practice
• Aid in the recruitment and hiring of SALs as needed, with management of the performance and development of direct reports
• Oversee day-to-day functions and management of the global medical information support team while maintaining high standards of regulatory and scientific integrity
• Identify internal education gaps regarding Tempus’ oncology products and facilitate closing those gaps via multimodal approaches
• Continuously update internal stakeholders on relevant medical and scientific knowledge and proactively develop market intelligence on existing competitor products and products in development
• Attend key oncology clinical and scientific congresses to support coverage planning and synthesize conference learnings into internal communications

Qualifications

• Fundamental understanding of molecular oncology and related clinical patient management diagnostic algorithms with NCCN, ASCO, and ESMO guidelines
• Keen attention to detail in review/approval for medical/legal/regulatory content submissions
• Exceptional interpersonal communication and writing skills, with strong inter- and intradepartmental management abilities and the ability to educate and train
• Public speaking skills and ability to effectively communicate relevant scientific topics
• Strong business acumen with ability to define strategies and manage operational plans to achieve strategic business objectives
• Self-starter with an ownership mindset capable of meeting tight timelines
• Working knowledge of genomic laboratory developed testing (LDT) and companion diagnostic (CDx) devices; familiarity with CLIA, CAP, Sunshine Act, and FDA-regulated diagnostic tests
• Must reside in the U.S. with ability to travel (≤ 20%)

Education and Required Experience

• Advanced scientific or medical degree (e.g., PhD, PharmD, MD, BSN, MSN, MS, MA, GC); doctoral degree preferred
• 5+ years of experience with oncology and molecular diagnostic testing in biotech or pharmaceutical industries preferred
• Experience in Medical Information preferred

Salary Range: $150,000 - $180,000 USD. The expected salary range above is applicable if the role is performed from California and may vary for other locations (Colorado, Illinois, New York). Actual salary may vary based on qualifications and experience. Tempus offers a full range of benefits, which may include incentive compensation, restricted stock units, medical and other benefits depending on the position.

Additionally, the Tempus Equal Opportunity statement applies. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law.

We are 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.