Somatic Medical Science Liaison (Midwest Territory)

Geography: Midwest Territory (Most likely will include but may be adjusted: OH, IL, IN, MN, WI, MI)

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 NGS based 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, best practice 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 in person) 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 evidence based 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 cross functional 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.

Job Type: Experienced