Director Medical Affairs, Somatic

the Myriad Genetics Candidate site•Salt Lake City, UT

About The Position

Overview The Dir Medical Affairs leads and coaches a team supporting Myriad’s health portfolio for Precision Oncology. This role leads company initiatives, ensures all activities adhere to corporate and healthcare compliance guidelines, and supports the training and development of medical affairs teams. The individual must have strong leadership skills and experience in shaping and executing medical strategy.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in a clinical area preferred.
10+ years of industry experience in medical affairs or related functions required.
5+ years of experience leading a team of direct reports required.
Clinical, research, or medical affairs experience in field related to Myriad Oncology and/or Urology product lines required.
Proven experience in developing and executing medical strategy.
Ability to work effectively in cross-functional environments.
Demonstrated problem-solving skills.
Strong ability to develop and build effective teams.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent time management and scheduling abilities.
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment and work effectively under tight timelines.
Capacity to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to sense the importance or impact of issues and situations and take appropriate actions.
Flexibility, innovation, and self-motivation.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Willingness to travel overnight at least 50% of the time.
Fluency with digital engagement and communication tactics.

Responsibilities

Lead medical affairs initiatives for precision oncology, which could include guideline interpretation, research projects, Key Opinion Leaders (KOL) relationships, publication needs, product improvements, clinician education, and managed care support.
Participate in PLR and R&D activities for the business unit portfolio.
Build and lead a high-performing Medical Affairs team, managing hiring, training, and performance of direct reports focused on Myriad’s Oncology and Urology product lines.
Accountable for medical strategy tactics to achieve business objectives.
Accountable for field-based medical activities, which could include educational initiatives, advisory boards, KOL engagement, and research activities.
Responsible for the identification and development of relationships with regional and national KOLs.
Work closely with the Oncology and Urology sales teams to identify opportunities for increased education of clinicians.
Demonstrate scientific and business acumen relevant to the business portfolios.
Support the effective use of medical systems and develop standard work processes where needed.
Provide cross-functional medical/scientific expertise.
Represent Myriad at medical congresses and scientific conventions.