Senior Medical Science Liaison

Tempus AI

. Support the commercial and educational objectives of the company as a field-based MSL .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeRemote • Maryland • United StatesSenior💰 $140,000 - $190,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates a strong clinical and scientific background in oncology and genomic testing, with the ability to effectively communicate complex scientific concepts to diverse audiences. Possesses existing KOL relationships and a solid understanding of molecular oncology and relevant regulatory frameworks.

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Oncology ExpertiseGenomic Testing KnowledgeKOL Relationship ManagementPublic Speaking SkillsMSL Experience

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Hard Skills

Molecular Oncology UnderstandingGenomic Laboratory-Developed TestingClinical Data CommunicationScientific EducationMarket Intelligence Sharing

Soft Skills

Interpersonal CommunicationInterdepartmental ManagementTraining AbilitySelf-Starter MindsetTime Management

Certifications & Qualifications

Advanced Scientific Degree (PhD, PharmD, MD, MSN, BSN)

Industry Keywords

CLIA-88CAPSunshine ActDiagnosticsBiotechPharmaceutical

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the commercial and educational objectives of the company as a field-based MSL
Serve as sales and commercial team support and regional expert for Tempus oncology assays
Promote exchange of clinical, scientific, and technical information with regional oncology KOLs and physicians
Educate KOLs, community physicians, medical directors, and other healthcare providers about Tempus oncology products through in-person or virtual presentations
Proactively and reactively communicate scientific data
Provide scientific education for internal stakeholders in collaboration with the Learning & Development team
Attend conferences and key meetings
Prepare comprehensive meeting synopses and summaries of high-impact abstracts, posters, and oral presentations
Update internal stakeholders on relevant medical and scientific knowledge
Proactively share market intelligence

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong clinical and scientific background in oncology and genomic testing
Fundamental understanding of molecular oncology and related patient management algorithms
Existing KOL relationships in oncology
Working knowledge of genomic laboratory-developed testing (LDT)
Familiarity with CLIA-88’, CAP, and Sunshine Act (2013)
Public speaking skills and ability to communicate scientific topics and concepts effectively
Exceptional interpersonal communication skills
Strong inter- and intradepartmental management skills
Ability to educate and train
Self-starter with an ownership mindset
Ability to work and deliver on tight timelines
Ability to travel up to 50%
Advanced scientific or medical degree (PhD, PharmD, MD, MSN, BSN)
Basic understanding of oncology required
1+ years of MSL experience in diagnostics, biotech, or pharmaceutical industries preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Incentive compensation may be offered
Restricted stock units may be offered
Medical and other benefits depending on the position