Medical Science Liaison, Pediatric Rare Diseases (Western Region)

Fulgent-Therapeutics-1; El Monte (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

FSA/HSA plans

401K plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Fulgent Therapeutics is seeking an experienced Medical Science Liaison (MSL) for Pediatric Rare Diseases. The role focuses on supporting clinical education and scientific communication for pediatric rare disease genetic testing, including FulGenome whole genome sequencing and TruPath Genome insights.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s in Genetic Counseling, ABGC certification, and 3+ years of clinical or MSL experience, with excellent communication and presentation skills.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Genetic Counseling from an accredited program.
• Board certification by the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC).
• Minimum of 3 years of clinical genetic counseling and/or MSL experience.
• Strong interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to interpret and clearly communicate complex scientific data to diverse audiences.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% in the assigned territory.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a subject matter expert on pediatric rare disease genetic testing, including whole exome sequencing, whole genome sequencing (FulGenome), TruPath Genome long-read analysis, NGS panels, and exome-based rare disease testing.
• Educate genetic counselors, medical geneticists, pediatric neurologists, developmental pediatricians, NICU decision makers, and related providers at Children’s Hospitals and academic medical centers on clinical utility of Fulgent products.
• Collaborate with Genomics Sales, marketing, and medical affairs to support field-based efforts targeting Children’s Hospitals and academic institutions with clinical credibility and strategic insights.
• Deliver product training and clinical updates through presentations, roundtables, and one-on-one meetings.
• Act as a clinical liaison to key opinion leaders in pediatric genetics and rare disease, fostering long-term professional relationships.
• Attend and represent Fulgent Genetics at regional and national pediatric genetics conferences and events.
• Provide timely feedback from the field to help shape medical and commercial strategy.
• Ensure compliant and ethical interactions with external healthcare professionals.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Data interpretation

Cross-functional collaboration

Travel readiness

Education

Master’s degree in Genetic Counseling

ABGC board certification

Job description

About UsFounded in 2011, Fulgent has evolved into a premier, full-service genomic testing company built around a foundational technology platform.Through our diverse testing menu, Fulgent is focused on transforming patient care in oncology, anatomic pathology, infectious and rare diseases, and reproductive health. We believe that by providing a wide range of effective, flexible testing options in conjunction with best-in-class service and support, we can redefine the way medicine is managed for patients and clinicians alike.Since integrating with our therapeutic development business, Fulgent is also developing drug candidates for treating a broad range of cancers using a novel nanoencapsulation and targeted therapy platform. By merging our fields of expertise, we aim to become a fully integrated precision medicine company.Summary of PositionThe Medical Science Liaison (MSL), Pediatric Rare Diseases, is a board-certified genetic counselor with expertise in pediatric and rare disease genetics who focuses on supporting our commercial and clinical education teams. This role serves as a key scientific resource for external clinicians and internal teams, ensuring high-quality education and strategic communication with regards to Fulgent's pediatric rare disease genetic testing portfolio, including whole genome sequencing solutions such as FulGenome. The ideal candidate will have a dynamic personality with a strong background in clinical and molecular genetics, be passionate about translating complex science into actionable insights, and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.Key Job ElementsServe as a subject matter expert on pediatric rare disease genetic testing, including whole exome sequencing, whole genome sequencing (FulGenome), TruPath Genome long-read analysis, next-generation sequencing (NGS) panels, and exome-based rare disease diagnostic testing.Support and educate genetic counselors, medical geneticists, pediatric neurologists, developmental pediatricians, NICU decision makers, and related providers at Children's Hospitals and academic medical centers on the clinical utility and scientific foundation of Fulgent products and services.Collaborate closely with the Genomics Sales team, marketing, and medical affairs teams to support field-based efforts targeting Children's Hospitals and academic institutions with clinical credibility and strategic insights.Conduct scientific presentations, roundtable discussions, and one-on-one meetings to deliver product training and clinical updates on pediatric rare disease testing, including FulGenome whole genome analysis and TruPath Genome long-read insights.Act as a clinical liaison to key opinion leaders in pediatric genetics and rare disease, fostering long-term professional relationships.Attend and represent Fulgent Genetics at regional and national pediatric genetics and rare disease conferences, symposia, and events.Provide timely feedback from the field to help shape medical and commercial strategy.Ensure compliant and ethical interactions with external healthcare professionals.Maintain deep technical fluency in Fulgent's FulGenome whole genome analysis—covering SNVs, CNVs, genome-wide deletions and duplications, mitochondrial variants, and repeat expansions across 20,000+ genes in a single report—as well as TruPath Genome, which adds long-range insights for complex structural variants, repeat expansions, difficult-to-map regions, and phasing without parental samples.Knowledge/ExperienceMaster’s degree in Genetic Counseling from an accredited program.Board certification by the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC).Minimum of 3 years of clinical genetic counseling and/or MSL experience is required, preferably in pediatric genetics or rare disease.Strong interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills.Ability to interpret and clearly communicate complex scientific data to diverse audiences.Experience working cross-functionally with sales, marketing, or business development teams preferred.Familiarity with industry trends in pediatric rare disease and whole genome sequencing testing preferred.Experience supporting or partnering with sales teams calling on Children's Hospitals and academic institutions in the rare disease market preferred.Willingness to travel up to 50 percent in the assigned territory.Self-starter with a strong sense of ownership and the ability to work autonomously.High energy, enthusiastic, and motivational style.Tactical and strategic thinker.Teamwork – Commitment to the successful achievement of team and organizational goals through a desire to participate with and help other members of the team.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesNoneReports ToRegional Vice President SalesEnvironmentFulgent Therapeutics LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term “qualified individual with a disability” means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of the position.Safety and Work Environment:This position is field basedAdhere to Company and Departmental Specific Safety Guidelines.Physical Demands:Standing, sitting, walking, bending, reaching, manual manipulation and lifting up to 40 pounds (primarily for carrying marketing materials, presentation equipment, luncheon goods, etc.).Benefits include:Health, dental, vision, disability, life and AD&D insuranceFSA and HSA plansEmployee Assistance Program401K planVacation timeAnnual sick leaveCompany-paid holidaysContinuous education allowanceEmployee referral bonus programChildcare and commute allowanceVoluntary elective benefits such as pet insurance, legal plan, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insuranceFor California residents, please see the link below to access our CCPA Privacy Notice.CCPA Privacy Notice for California Residentshttps://tinyurl.com/FulgentCCPAPlease note that Fulgent (and its affiliated companies, including Inform Diagnostics and CSI Laboratories) does not accept unsolicited information and/or resumes from search firms or agencies for our job postings. Search firms or agencies without an applicable contract and/or express approval to recruit for the role in question — that choose to submit a resume or client information to our career page or to any employee of Fulgent — will not be eligible for payment of any fee(s), and any associated shared data will become the property of Fulgent.