Associate Director, Medical Science Liaison

Tempus AI

MSL Manager leading and mentoring a team to engage KOLs and healthcare professionals. Managing scientific strategic direction to advance precision medicine initiatives at Tempus.

Posted 7/1/2026full-timeRemote • Colorado, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Montana, New York, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, Wyoming • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $220,000 - $250,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide leadership, strategic direction, and management of an MSL team to support the company’s mission of advancing precision medicine
Ensure the team is adequately staffed, trained and clear on the expectations of their role in the execution of their medical plan
Develop and execute strategies to engage with key opinion leaders (KOLs), healthcare professionals, and other stakeholders within their area
Lead, mentor, and manage a team of MSLs to ensure effective communication and collaboration with healthcare professionals and KOLs
Develop and implement strategic plans to support the dissemination of scientific information and data related to Tempus’ products and services
Establish and maintain relationships with KOLs, healthcare professionals, and other stakeholders to support clinical and scientific objectives
Oversee the development and delivery of scientific presentations, publications, and other educational materials
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including clinical development, marketing, and sales, to support product launches and other initiatives
Monitor and analyze industry trends, competitive intelligence, and scientific advancements to inform strategic planning
Ensure compliance with all regulatory and legal requirements in the dissemination of scientific information
Represent Tempus at scientific conferences, meetings, and other events

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, MD, DO, or DNP) in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g., oncology, molecular biology, genetics)
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a Medical Science Liaison or other relevant medical role, and/or at least 2 years in a relevant managerial or leadership position in industry
Strong knowledge of oncology, molecular biology, and the healthcare landscape
Solid tumor oncology therapeutic knowledge or expertise
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with KOLs and other stakeholders
Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Working knowledge of genomic laboratory-developed testing (LDT) and familiarity with CLIA-88’, CAP guidelines
Working knowledge in vitro diagnostic (IVD) regulatory guidelines from the FDA (21 CFR Part 809, CFR Part 820, 21 CFR Part 807, 21 CFR Part 812, 21 CFR Part 814) and Sunshine Act (2013)
Ability to travel (up to 50%)

Benefits

Comp & perks

incentive compensation
restricted stock units
medical and other benefits depending on the position

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Hard Skills & Tools

Solid Tumor Oncology ExpertiseGenomic Laboratory-Developed Testing (LDT)In Vitro Diagnostic (IVD) Regulatory KnowledgeFDA Regulatory GuidelinesClinical Development Collaboration

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsStrategic ThinkingProblem-Solving SkillsTeam Collaboration