Medical Science Liaison

BioTalent; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading oncology diagnostics organization is looking for a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) based in San Diego, CA. The role focuses on supporting an oncology diagnostics portfolio, especially for breast cancer, through scientific expertise and collaboration with clinical stakeholders. Responsibilities include facilitating exchanges with oncologists, presenting data at various medical forums, and participating in strategic planning. Candidates should have a PhD in life sciences along with relevant clinical or biotech experience. This full-time position requires significant travel within the region.

Qualifications

• PhD required in life sciences or related scientific discipline.
• Postdoctoral training preferred.
• 1–3 years of clinical or medical experience in diagnostics or biotech.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate scientific exchange with Medical Oncologists and KOLs.
• Present technical data at Tumor Boards and Grand Rounds.
• Support education and training for sales and marketing teams.

Skills

Clinical interactions

Oncology expertise

Technical presentation

Collaboration

Scientific feedback

Education

PhD in life sciences or related discipline

Job description

Base pay range

$120,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus

Position Summary

A leading oncology diagnostics organization is seeking a field-based Medical Science Liaison (MSL) to serve as a scientific and clinical expert supporting an oncology diagnostics portfolio with a primary focus on breast cancer. This is a high-visibility, highly collaborative role working closely with oncology sales teams and clinical stakeholders across large territories.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate scientific and clinical exchange with Medical Oncologists, APPs (NPs/PAs), and KOLs through in-person and virtual interactions
• Present technical and clinical data at Tumor Boards, Grand Rounds, roundtables, and regional programs
• Communicate the chemistry, clinical utility, and supporting evidence behind oncology diagnostic assays
• Partner closely with sales, marketing, and internal scientific teams to support education, speaker training, and material review
• Identify and recommend participants for advisory boards and medical education initiatives
• Participate in regional strategy and commercial planning meetings
• Gather field insights and relay scientific feedback internallyTriage and respond to clinical and scientific inquiries from the field
• Maintain scientific and clinical expertise through conferences, literature review, and collaboration with internal experts
• Travel extensively within the assigned territory (~75%)

Requirements

• PhD required in life sciences or related scientific discipline
• Postdoctoral training preferred
• 1–3 years of clinical, medical, or scientific experience within medical device / diagnostics / biotech
• True oncology focused background
• Hands‑on cancer research or clinical exposure (not coursework‑only)
• Preference for training under physician‑scientists

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Education and Science

Industries

Medical Equipment Manufacturing

Location

San Diego, CA