Medical Science Liaison

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 #J-18808-Ljbffr