The Senior Staff Medical Science Liaison (Senior Staff MSL) will support academic and community physicians (KOLs) by sharing the latest research and clinical data to promote the company's products. They will engage with KOLs to educate and develop presentations for scientific forums, CME events, and speaker training; translate research data into educational content for various events; supporting marketing, commercial operations, and sales teams. Additionally, the Senior Staff MSL will identify research collaborations with KOLs and actively conduct research studies to promote scientific excellence Lastly, the Senior Staff MSL may assist the Director deploying ad hoc strategic initiatives to broader MSL and/or Medical Affairs staff. Key ResponsibilitiesBuild and maintain relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) Develop strong, professional relationships with key academic and community-based physicians to promote a deeper understanding of the company’s diagnostic technologies and products.Work closely with KOLs to increase their awareness of the products, facilitating their involvement in scientific discussions and potential collaboration in clinical settings.Create, update, and present educational content (such as slides, abstracts, and research findings) to KOLs, ensuring that the latest scientific data and product information are effectively communicated.Coordinate and lead presentations at academic and scientific meetings, including national and regional conferences, grand rounds, and Continuing Medical Education (CME) events. This includes ensuring that the content is well-aligned with the company’s goals and the needs of the audience.Serve as the clinical expert and primary resource for the Sales & Marketing teams, ensuring they are up-to-date on scientific data, clinical benefits, and competitive positioning of the company’s products. Provide regular updates, scientific briefings, and participate in journal clubs, teleconferences, or team meetings to share the latest research findings and product information.Work closely with the marketing and managed care teams to engage KOLs in various initiatives, such as outreach to healthcare professionals and insurance providers to promote product adoption.Mobilize physician calls, letters, or educational initiatives targeting payers and insurers to ensure alignment with the company’s commercial objectives.Serve as MSL Lead to cross-functional planning and facilitation of Clinical Advisory Boards where KOLs and other experts provide feedback on research, products, and strategies. Ensure that the outcomes from these Clinical Advisory Boards are implemented effectively to guide medical affairs and commercial decisions.Collaborate on scientific forums and focus groups Identify and coordinate opportunities for the Medical Affairs and Marketing teams to work with KOLs in scientific forums, focus groups, and PR events, allowing for deeper insights into clinical challenges, potential product improvements, and market needs.Partner with public relations and media efforts by ensuring that KOLs are involved in events that help position the company’s products and science in the marketplace.Conduct research with Guardant datasets alongside collaborators and champion effective scientific writing for effective data submissions to peer-reviewed journals and top global oncology conferences
