Director - Molecular Science Liaison

Caris Life Sciences; Arizona; On-site; USD 200,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

HSA

FSA

Vacation & PTO

401k match

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Pet insurance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Caris Life Sciences in the United States is seeking a Director to lead the Medical Science Liaison (MSL) team and shape national strategy. You will oversee day-to-day management, training, staffing plans, and performance measurement, while collaborating with Sales, POA, and Marketing to advance clinical data dissemination.

This role requires a Ph.D. or MD, 3+ years of leadership, and strong communication to engage physicians and drive education.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or MD in pharmacology, cancer biology, or molecular biology.
• 3+ years of management experience.
• Prior field experience in pharma or commercial labs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Day to day team management of the MSL team.
• Provide staffing recommendations.
• Create and coordinate training and enablement plans.
• Track MSL activity and customer interactions.
• Present clinical data to physician sites and conferences.
• Attend regional and national meetings.
• Promote internal programs to physician sites.
• Read and stay updated on oncology literature.

Skills

MSL team management

Staffing planning

Medical education & training

Customer engagement

Scientific communication

Education

Ph.D. or MD in biological sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

At Caris, we understand that cancer is an ugly word—a word no one wants to hear, but one that connects us all. That’s why we’re not just transforming cancer care—we’re changing lives.

We introduced precision medicine to the world and built an industry around the idea that every patient deserves answers as unique as their DNA. Backed by cutting-edge molecular science and AI, we ask ourselves every day: “What would I do if this patient were my mom?” That question drives everything we do.

But our mission doesn’t stop with cancer. We're pushing the frontiers of medicine and leading a revolution in healthcare—driven by innovation, compassion, and purpose.

Join us in our mission to improve the human condition across multiple diseases. If you're passionate about meaningful work and want to be part of something bigger than yourself, Caris is where your impact begins.

Position Summary

• As Director, this individual would be responsible for management activities such as, but not limited to:
• Day to day team management of the MSL team.
• Providing recommendations on national staffing plans.
• Creation and coordination of the training and enablement plan to ensure MSL's have the most up-to-date information and education regarding the company's technology
• Tracking of MSL activity and customer interactions
• Ensure that each MSL could successfully perform the following responsibilities:
• Act as a conduit of information/feedback between the medical community and Caris Life Sciences regarding current products and the needs of the medical community to enhance patient care, new research developments, clinical trial activities and therapeutic approaches.
• Conduct medical and scientific education and support for the field organization in an effort to increase Caris Life Sciences presence and market awareness.
• Present clinical data and educational materials to physician sites and/or conferences within an assigned region or nationally, as required by Sales, Caris Precision Oncology Alliance (POA) Team, and Marketing.
• Attend POA/Commercial pitch meetings and other important relationship development onsite meetings.
• Promote CMI to physician sites across the United States, as required by Sales, POA, and Marketing initiatives.
• Support and present at molecular tumor board meetings.
• Read and understand the scientific and technical literature in order to maintain knowledge of the therapeutic oncology field for customer engagement.
• Assists with other related duties and special projects as required by sales, POA, and marketing.
• Assist in field training contracted speakers as part of the Caris Speaker's Bureau.
• Function as a field trainer of assigned region to provide an extension of our Director of Training.
• Regional speaking engagements (Roundtables, Grand Rounds, Tumor Boards, etc.) with physicians to broaden CMI understanding clinically.
• Attend select regional tradeshows, national tradeshows and participate in sales meetings to present relevant data necessary to promote CMI and educate clients in the marketplace.
• Commercial input/review of marketing material to reflect current molecular landscape.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. or M.D. in a biological science related to pharmacology, cancer biology, or molecular and cellular biology or equivalent training and experience required.
• 3+ years of management experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in a commercial atmosphere such as Pharmaceuticals or Commercial Lab space a plus.
• Prior field experience working with customers and/or sales organization a plus.
• Ability to think creatively and initiate new ideas or solutions to business issues.
• Independence of thought and sound judgment relating to business needs.
• Demonstrated commitment, self-motivation, and drive.
• Possess strong interpersonal skills
• Self-starter, ability to work in a fast- past, competing deadline driven environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Internet for business use.
• Drive for Results (Service, Quality, and Continuous Improvement) - Ensure procedures and processes are in place that lead to delivery of quality results and continually reassess their effectiveness to achieve continuous improvement.
• Communication - Proficient verbal and written communication skills. Willingness to share and receive information and ideas from all levels of the organization in order to achieve the desired results.
• Teamwork - Commitment to the successful achievement of team and organizational goals through a desire to participate with and help other members of the team.
• Customer Service Focus - Demonstrate a focus on listening to and understanding client/customer needs and then satisfying the client/customer by exceeding service and quality expectations.

Required Training

• All job specific, safety, and compliance training are assigned based on the job functions associated with this employee.

Other

• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel regularly

Annual Hiring Range

$200,000 - $220,000

Actual compensation offer to candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level. The pay ratio between base pay and target incentive (if applicable) will be finalized at offer.

Description Of Benefits

• Highly competitive and inclusive medical, dental and vision coverage options
• Health Savings Account for medical expenses and dependent care expenses
• Flexible Spending Account to pay for certain out-of-pocket expenses
• Paid time off, including: vacation, sick time and holidays
• 401k match and Financial Planning tools
• LTD and STD insurance coverages, as well as voluntary benefit options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Assistance
• Tuition Assistance

Conditions of Employment

Individual must successfully complete pre-employment process, which includes criminal background check, drug screening, credit check ( applicable for certain positions) and reference verification.

This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Caris Life Sciences is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.