Oncology Diagnostic Liaison (Secondment - 8 Months)

Pfizer • Tampa, FL

1d • Remote

About The Position

WHY PATIENTS NEED YOU The Oncology Diagnostic Liaison has a pivotal role in channeling our scientific capabilities to make a positive impact in patient lives. Under general direction of the Pfizer Oncology Commercial Diagnostics Leader, he/she will plan and execute all aspects of the organization’s Pathology / Diagnostic Market and Access strategy. WHAT YOU WILL ACHIEVE This position will have a great deal of autonomy, and the candidate must be self-driven to deliver results. The primary responsibility for this role will be to liaise with pathology groups, diagnostic groups, and key stakeholders of reference laboratories to build a core diagnostic foundation for our current and future pipeline products. The Oncology Diagnostic Liaison will report to the Commercial Diagnostics Leader. HOW YOU WILL ACHIEVE IT Under the general direction of the Pfizer Oncology Commercial Diagnostics Leader, plan and execute all aspects of the organization’s Pathology / Diagnostic Market and Access strategy for the assigned region. Develop key messaging and education tactics within the assigned region to positively impact pathology targets. Be the primary liaison with regional pathology groups, diagnostic groups and key stakeholders of reference laboratories and key institutional accounts to build and maintain a core diagnostic foundation for current and future pipeline products. Educate pathologists on new therapy driven emerging biomarkers of interest and utility of said biomarkers (pre and post approval). Proactively and independently establish laboratory relationships and connections within the regional pathology and oncologist community to increase understanding of ordering the right test, at the right time, with the right protocols in place for better patient identification and diagnosis. Attend diagnostic advisory boards and pathology related congresses as needed to network, influence, and generally increase awareness and understanding of diagnostic testing in relation to the therapeutic products offered by Pfizer Oncology. Actively monitor the latest developments within the therapeutic area and be able to effectively discuss all aspects of the patient biopsy, tissue journey, and the technical challenges along the tumor and patient diagnosis.

Requirements

• BA/BS with 6+ years of industry experience.
• Experience working with and training pathologists on new emerging data and information concerning accurate IHC testing and reporting.
• Must have deep laboratory experience or an understanding of the flow of work within an academic / community institution, as well as national/regional reference labs.
• Must be able to develop and execute a territory/regional plan of action to impact pathology targets and drive education with key messaging within assigned territory/region.
• Must have experience presenting and articulating educational and complex information to key stakeholders / decision makers, including but not limited to pathologists, oncologists, lab techs, c-suite executives, etc.
• Passionate about making a difference for oncology patients.
• Ability to think creatively, convert ideas into action, and act with a sense of urgency.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Embraces cross-functional collaboration with all internal and external customers.
• Embraces critical thinking and different opinions to arrive at optimum solutions.
• Embraces and fosters high level of focus, discipline, character, integrity, and leadership.
• Strong knowledge of information technology necessary to operate effectively with company systems and programs.
• Must have a reliable mode of transportation and a clean driving record.
• This is a field-based position and frequent travel is required.

Nice To Haves

• MBA/MS with 5+ years of experience; OR PhD or JD with 1+ year of experience.
• Oncology experience with an In-depth knowledge of diagnostics in the Lung, GI, GU, and Hematology marketplace.
• A basic understanding of hospital EMRs flow of work and Laboratory LIS preferred.
• Understanding of testing methodologies with IHC, FLOW, FISH, PCR, and NGS (Next Generation Sequencing) preferred.
• Pharmaceutical experience in oncology preferred.
• Scientific Advanced Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute all aspects of the organization’s Pathology / Diagnostic Market and Access strategy for the assigned region.
• Develop key messaging and education tactics within the assigned region to positively impact pathology targets.
• Be the primary liaison with regional pathology groups, diagnostic groups and key stakeholders of reference laboratories and key institutional accounts to build and maintain a core diagnostic foundation for current and future pipeline products.
• Educate pathologists on new therapy driven emerging biomarkers of interest and utility of said biomarkers (pre and post approval).
• Proactively and independently establish laboratory relationships and connections within the regional pathology and oncologist community to increase understanding of ordering the right test, at the right time, with the right protocols in place for better patient identification and diagnosis.
• Attend diagnostic advisory boards and pathology related congresses as needed to network, influence, and generally increase awareness and understanding of diagnostic testing in relation to the therapeutic products offered by Pfizer Oncology.
• Actively monitor the latest developments within the therapeutic area and be able to effectively discuss all aspects of the patient biopsy, tissue journey, and the technical challenges along the tumor and patient diagnosis.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level