Senior Medical Director (Hematology)

Caris Life Sciences•Irving, TX

22h

About The Position

Caris is seeking a board-certified expert in Hematology and Medical Oncology with deep experience in malignant hematology to join its Medical Affairs team as Senior Medical Director. The role is a key strategic leadership position, reporting to the Senior Vice President of Medical Affairs and Chair of the Precision Oncology Alliance (POA). The Senior Medical Director applies clinical expertise, scientific acumen, and executive communication skills to shape and support Caris’ precision medicine solutions and cultivate relationships with internal and external stakeholders in support of business growth and clinical excellence. The role represents Caris’ malignant hematology expertise, leads strategic scientific and clinical engagement, and advises cross-functional teams on innovation, market expansion, product refinement, and evidence development. It also oversees scientific communications and educational content, mentors field-based medical professionals, reviews materials for clinical and regulatory alignment, and connects marketplace insights with internal research and product development.

Requirements

MD or DO degree.
Board certification in Hematology and Medical Oncology.
At least 3 years of recent clinical practice focused on malignant hematologic diseases, including acute leukemia, myelodysplastic syndromes, myeloproliferative disorders, and multiple myeloma.
Demonstrated leadership in clinical or industry roles, including the ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence senior-level stakeholders.
Significant experience with public speaking and scientific presentations, with the ability to communicate complex ideas to scientific and non-scientific audiences.
Proven ability to integrate clinical knowledge into product strategy, including product lifecycle planning, clinical value positioning, and market readiness.

Nice To Haves

Advanced knowledge of molecular oncology and its application in hematologic malignancies.
At least 3 years of experience in a senior Medical Affairs, Medical Director, or equivalent leadership role in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry.
Experience building or managing collaborative research networks or multi-institutional clinical programs.

Responsibilities

Represent Caris’ malignant hematology expertise as a senior clinical leader in internal and external engagements.
Cultivate and lead relationships with key opinion leaders, clinical collaborators, POA institutions, and industry partners.
Provide strategic direction and clinical guidance in partnership with Research & Development, Medical Affairs, Commercial, and Business Development teams.
Advise and support cross-functional teams by translating scientific insights into business-aligned actions and product evolution.
Collaborate with field sales and Business Development to increase Caris’ visibility, strengthen customer trust, and identify partnership opportunities.
Lead scientific communications, including speaking engagements at national and international forums, advisory boards, investigator meetings, and Caris-sponsored events.
Oversee content development for publications, slide libraries, clinical education materials, and professional and continuing education programs.
Mentor and train field-based medical professionals, including Medical Science Liaisons.
Represent Medical Affairs on the Caris Evidence Team and contribute to evidence frameworks, clinical association rules, and product positioning.
Review marketing, promotional, and educational materials for alignment with clinical data, regulatory guidelines, and Caris’ strategic messaging.
Communicate marketplace insights and evolving clinical trends to internal Research & Development and Product Development teams to inform product strategy.