Medical Science Liaison-- Genetic Counselor - Rare Disease

Labcorp•San Francisco, CA

6d•$120,000 - $155,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, providing the insights and answers that help healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies and health systems make confident decisions and improve outcomes. Through our unparalleled science, data, technology and laboratory network, we advance diagnostics, accelerate innovation and help address some of the world’s most important health challenges. As we shape the future of healthcare, we are leveraging advanced technologies, intelligent digital solutions and data-driven innovation across our operations to enhance how work gets done and deliver greater value to customers and patients. With our global scale and deep expertise, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, grow your career and make a real impact on people’s health around the world. Together, we’re improving health and improving lives. Labcorp Genetics and Women's Health (GWH) has a great opportunity for a field-based Genetic Counselor. This Medical Science Liaison (MSL) position will work within a diverse team of field-based MSLs and serve as a scientific and clinical expert between Labcorp Cardiology/Neurology and Rare disease business and key opinion leaders (KOLs), healthcare professionals (HCPs), major medical associations and academic centers through the dissemination, clarification and education of pertinent scientific and clinical information, primarily related to rare disease. This position will cover the West division, including Washington, Oregon, California, Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico, Utah, Montana, Idaho, Wyoming, North and South Dakota, Minnesota and Iowa. The MSL will be involved in both in-person visits when required as well as virtual meetings. Travel is primarily within the US, but some international travel could also be needed. Travel will likely be up to 50%, including client meetings and 2-3 educational conferences per year. Ideally, the best candidate will reside in one of these states. The Medical Science Liaison establishes long-term science-based relationships with KOLs that help to ensure access to current, accurate and relevant scientific information through the process of education via one-on-one interactions, small group discussion, and presentations. The MSL also interacts with payers, local HCPs and consultants, investigators and collaborators as well as various groups within the company, including, Sales, Marketing, Research/Development, and Clinical. The MSL also serves as an expert resource on Labcorp Genetics and rare disease products and associated disease states.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in Genetic Counseling or Human Genetics
American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) certification
2 years or more clinical genetic counseling experience
1 year or more clinical genetic counseling experience within rare diseases specialty
Familiarity with key aspects of Rare disease market, with working knowledge of molecular diagnostic technologies
Ability to travel (up to 50%), work from home office (50%). Overnight travel averages 2-3 nights/week. Work from your own home office when not traveling to meet with clinicians
Highly organized, including excellent time management skills
Strong multi-tasking ability with excellent attention to detail
Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
Strong computer skills; proficiency with Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

Work within a diverse team of field based MSLs to provide educational support to providers, payers, and advocates on products and rare disease testing offered through Labcorp
Thought Leader Development: Serves as a liaison between Labcorp and high level KOLs, to develop and build strategic relationships.
Work with contacts outside of the company including health care providers, investigators and collaborators, influential clinicians, KOLs, and advisory boards, as appropriate.
Serve as an expert resource and provide educational support for the field sales group and other internal partners on Labcorp rare disease broad range of products including but not limited to Cardiology, Neurology, Immunology, rare disease and other panels included in our rare disease offerings.
Work with payer and insurer Medical Directors as well as professional organization guideline committee members to assure that products are appropriately described for usage and coverage.
In collaboration with marketing, develop multi-channel medical educational activities and tools including speaker programs, slide decks, CME events, etc.
Participate in training of the rare sales team and collaborate with the scientific communications liaison to create appropriate content.
Attend scientific conferences and complete meeting summaries for senior leadership and marketing purposes
Participate in product development conversations and messaging