Medical Science Liaison (Mental Health) - Eastern United States

Medical Science Liaison I (MSL)

Myriad Genetics is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual to fill the role of Medical Science Liaison I (MSL) within the Mental Health (MH) Medical Affairs channel.

The MSL position is a field-based scientific and clinical expert role that is essential for: communicating Myriad's scientific advancements to healthcare professionals (HCPs) and key opinion leaders (KOLs); serving as a trusted advisor and conduit of information; and collaborating cross-functionally.

The ideal candidate will possess a unique blend of clinical and scientific expertise, strong business acumen and market awareness, a passion for learning and educating at a high level, robust ability to communicate to diverse audiences, and flexibility and willingness to adapt to evolving business and department needs.

This MSL position requires regular travel (~ 60%) including 2-3 days of travel per week within the assigned territory and occasional weekend travel for conferences or corporate meetings that may be outside of the assigned territory. Territory: Eastern United States. Preferred location is close proximity to an airport hub such as Charlotte, Atlanta, Washington D.C., Philadelphia, New York, Chicago, Louisville, Cincinnati.

Responsibilities

• Maintain MSL Expertise

  • Regularly demonstrates expert clinical knowledge of Myriad's portfolio of products and the science behind them.

  • Stays current on research and treatment approaches within therapeutic areas of focus by reviewing published literature related to Myriad's portfolio of products.

  • Attends scientific conferences to meet business objectives and maintain knowledge of the current state of healthcare within therapeutic areas of focus.

  • Continually educates oneself on market issues, trends, competitive landscape, and product knowledge as it pertains to specific business responsibilities.

  • Establish, build, maintain, and foster relationships with new and existing key opinion leaders (KOLs), including conducting planned and impromptu meetings/discussions/abstracts/symposia/presentations at conferences.

  • Collaborates within the Myriad Medical Affairs community through actively participating in meetings and sharing best practices, learnings, and wins.

  • Proactively manages professional growth and development.

• Serves as a Trusted Clinical and Scientific Resource for the Healthcare Community

  • Provides ongoing, up-to-date omnichannel educational presentations to increase awareness of and access to genetic/genomic/pan-omic testing for appropriate patients.

  • Answers medical/scientific questions and address other clinically related requests for medical information.

  • Assists in understanding and utilizing consistent processes for assessing patients' candidacy for genetic/genomic/pan-omic testing, explains test results, and discusses guidelines relevant for treatment and medical management.

  • Supports internal and external research projects through initiatives such as the Myriad Comprehensive Research Registry, Myriad R&D Clinical Development, investigator-initiated studies/trials, implementation surveys, or EMR integration and data sharing agreements.

  • Establishes and maintains relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs) related to research, implementation, education, guidelines, and policy development.

• Contributes to Sales Training and Enablement

  • Identifies and prioritizes opportunities for customer engagement and education by collaborating with sales, marketing, and medical leadership.

  • Attends sales meetings and partners with sales manager(s) and marketing to present information that facilitates the clinical implementation of Myriad testing, as needed.

  • Elevates sales team skillset by delivering education on current clinical practice trends, guideline advancements, and appropriate messaging related to Myriad's products.

  • Supports the selection, onboarding, training, and monitoring of Speakers and other Thought Leaders/Advisors/Consultants/KOLs in alignment with business objectives.

  • Continually evaluates and adapts engagement tactics and sales partnerships to achieve customer and company goals.

  • Understands, supports, and leads the implementation of new business initiatives.

  • Completes administrative tasks such as internal database logging related to customer interactions in a timely manner.

Successful MSLs will:

• Demonstrate expert clinical knowledge of Myriad's portfolio of products within this MSL role's clinical channel(s).

• Maintain clinical expertise by constantly reading the current research literature, attending conferences, participating in journal clubs and team discussions, and seeking out other learning opportunities.

• Educate to empower healthcare providers on the adoption genetic testing, consistent with current standard of care and guidelines.

• Remain flexible in a rapidly changing environment, identify areas of need and propose solutions, communicate and collaborate successfully diverse groups, and work with an efficiency mindset.

• Deliver relevant scientific education and support to internal and external partners.

• Develop and maintain professional relationships with healthcare providers and KOLs in a variety of roles within key accounts in alignment with corporate objectives.

• Effectively strategize and prioritize, managing time and needs in a specific geography, based on current corporate and product channel objectives.

• Serve as an active member of the Medical Affairs team, sharing best practices to support and elevate other team members.

Qualifications

• Advanced clinical or doctorate level degree required (e.g., MD/DO, PhD, PharmD, NP, PA, GC).

• Clinical experience in behavioral health is strongly preferred.

• Understanding of genetics and genetic testing service delivery models preferred.

• Excellent written and verbal communication ability.

• Enthusiasm for managing travel 2-3 days per week for field responsibilities and occasional weekends for conferences and other internal meetings.

• Ability to adapt to evolving business needs.

Work Activities

• Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (> 2 consecutive hours in an 8-hour day)

• Computer and keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday)

• Driving a personal vehicle and/or rental car and flying across the U.S.

• Entering healthcare facilities and talking to clinicians, staff, and leaders.

• Participating in and leading virtual and in-person meetings.

Physical Requirements

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. In hiring and all other employment decisions, we prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of any protected characteristic, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.