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Geography:TX, LA

Description:

Myriad Genetics is seeking a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) to support the Somatic / Tumor Genomics portfolio within the Precision Oncology business unit. This field based, scientifically focused role supports liquid and tumor profiling across solid tumors, including NGS based assays, biomarker driven therapy selection, resistance mechanisms, and treatment monitoring.

The MSL will engage with medical oncologists, gynecologic oncologists, surgeons, molecular pathologists, urologists, academic centers, and community oncology practices. This individual will serve as a conduit of clinical expertise, scientific exchange, and insights that inform medical strategy.

This position reports to the Director of Medical Affairs, Somatic, and partners closely with Medical Affairs colleagues, R&D, clinical operations, marketing, commercial teams (if role design includes sales support), and cross-functional leadership.

Responsibilities:

Maintain MSL Expertise through:

• Demonstrating deep knowledge of Myriad's liquid and tumor profiling portfolio, including biomarkers, targeted therapies, immuno-oncology, therapy selection pathways, tumor biology, and NGSbased testing.
• Staying current on emerging clinical data, guidelines (NCCN, ASCO, ESMO), competitive trends, and evolving precision oncology treatment standards.
• Attending and representing Myriad at national and regional medical conferences for scientific engagement and insight reporting.
• Building and maintaining relationships with regional and national KOLs in oncology, molecular pathology, and related specialties.
• Contributing to the Somatic Medical Affairs team through collaboration, bestpractice sharing, and training.
• Continually advances and grows with market issues, trends, monitors the competitive landscape, and product knowledge specific to key therapeutic areas.

Serves as a Medical/Scientific resource to Clinicians by:

• Responding to scientific and medical inquiries on somatic testing, assay selection, biomarker interpretation, therapy alignment, and clinical utility.
• Delivering clinical and scientific education (virtual and inperson) to oncologists, surgeons, molecular pathologists, APPs, health systems, tumor boards, and professional societies.
• Providing guidance on interpreting complex NGS reports and integrating results into treatment decisions.
• Increasing awareness of Myriad's somatic test portfolio, enhancing appropriate utilization, and supporting evidencebased precision oncology.

Supports Myriad Oncology initiatives and demonstrates business acumen through:

• Identifying opportunities for scientific engagement, educational support, and clinical collaboration within the territory.
• Communicating clinical landscape insights to Medical Affairs leadership to inform strategy, product evolution, and evidence generation.
• Participating in advisory boards, expert panels, KOL roundtables, publication planning discussions, and PLR (Promotional Literature Review) activities as appropriate.
• Partnering with crossfunctional teams (Medical, R&D, Marketing, Market Access, Training) on clinical content development and internal scientific training.
• Supporting scientific review, interpretation, and development of clinical messaging for new data, assays, or product updates.
• Attending sales meetings and partnering with area sales manager and marketing to facilitate and/or present information, as needed.
• Educating sales team on current clinical practice, guideline advancements, and aiding in sales training to elevate their skillset.

Qualifications:

• Advanced scientific or clinical degree required: PharmD, PhD, MS/Genetic Counseling, NP/PA, MD, or related field.
• Strong background in oncology, molecular diagnostics, and precision medicine; prior somatic/NGS experience strongly preferred.
• 3+ years of clinical, industry, research, or MSL experience preferred.
• Understanding of biomarkers, targeted therapy pathways, molecular profiling, resistance mechanisms, and oncology guidelines.
• Ability to interpret and clearly communicate complex molecular data.
• Demonstrated experience of engaging clinicians, KOLs, and academic groups.
• Excellent presentation, communication, and scientific storytelling skills.
• Willing and able to travel. Typical travel is expected to be at 50-60%, however may be up to 80% at times depending on territory/needs. Travel will include occasional weekends for conferences/meetings and must be willing to undergo territory changes as deemed appropriate by Myriad.
• Effectively manage travel and maintain expenses within appropriate budget.

Significant Work Activities:

• Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (> 2 consecutive hours in an 8-hour day)
• Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday)
• Driving a personal vehicle / rental car and flying across the U.S.
• Travel: typical travel is expected to be at 50-60%, however may be up to 80% at times depending on territory/needs. Travel will include occasional weekends for conferences/meetings and must be willing to undergo territory changes as deemed appropriate by Myriad.

Job Type: Experienced

Lifting Requirements -light work or exerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently. Physical Requirements -stationary positioning, moving, operating, ascending/descending, communicating, observing, pushing, or pulling, and reaching. Use of equipment and tools necessary to perform essential job functions.

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