Sr. Staff Medical Science Liaison in Genetic Disease Testing and Reproductive Health, US

Illumina•Washington, NV

9d•$155,600 - $233,400•Remote

About The Position

Illumina is seeking a Sr. Staff Medical Science Liaison with expertise in genomics, genetic disease, and reproductive health. The role facilitates objective, evidence-based, non-promotional scientific exchange about Illumina technologies, products, and related scientific data. It builds relationships with key opinion leaders and scientific stakeholders, gathers insights to inform Medical Affairs strategy, supports research and education initiatives, and responds to unsolicited scientific information requests in accordance with company policies and regulations. As a field-based scientific resource in Illumina’s US Medical Affairs organization, the MSL engages healthcare professionals, laboratory personnel, researchers, academic institutions, and other stakeholders. The role contributes expertise on genomic technologies, emerging evidence, laboratory applications, and scientific, laboratory, and clinical developments relevant to genetic disease and reproductive health. It reports to the Head of Reproductive and Genomic Health for the USCAN region. The position is remote and requires travel 50% of the time. This posting is intended to fill two openings. The estimated US base salary range is $155,600–$233,400. Employees are eligible for a variable cash program, and eligible roles may receive equity. Benefits include access to genomics sequencing, family planning, health, dental and vision coverage, retirement benefits, and paid time off.

Requirements

Advanced degree in a relevant scientific discipline, such as an MS, certified genetic counselor, or PhD.
At least 5 years of clinical, scientific/research, or industry-related experience, or equivalent.
At least 3 years of MSL experience or equivalent in genomics.
Strong understanding of and experience interacting with compliance, legal, product management, commercial, and other relevant functions in the medical device industry.
Ability to interpret scientific data, assess its potential impact on clinical practices and research needs, and communicate it to broad audiences.
Thorough understanding of FDA, CLIA, HIPAA, and laws and regulations relevant to the medical device industry.
Advanced problem-solving and analytical skills, including the ability to identify and translate territory and corporate needs into actions that achieve objectives.
Willingness to travel 50% of the time.

Nice To Haves

Clinical laboratory experience is strongly preferred.
Understanding of genomics, personalized medicine, in vitro diagnostics, clinical laboratory workflows, and genetics, with a research and publication record, is preferred.
More than 5 years of MSL experience or equivalent in genomics is preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as a field-based scientific resource and trusted scientific exchange partner for KOLs, HCPs, laboratory personnel, researchers, academic institutions, and other stakeholders in genomics, genetic disease, and reproductive health.
Conduct interactions in a factual, objective, non-promotional manner and in accordance with company policies and practices.
Develop and maintain scientific expertise in genomic technologies, translational research, emerging scientific evidence, and molecular diagnostics relevant to genetic disease and reproductive health; monitor key publications, trends, and evolving standards.
Build collaborative relationships with external scientific leaders and stakeholders to facilitate scientific exchange, gather insights, and understand evolving scientific, clinical, and research needs.
Deliver objective, balanced, evidence-based scientific education using approved scientific content and materials.
Collect, analyze, and communicate external scientific insights to inform Medical Affairs strategy, evidence-generation activities, educational initiatives, and research priorities.
Support scientific exchange at scientific congresses, advisory boards, investigator meetings, and other research-focused forums.
Respond to unsolicited requests for scientific information about Illumina products and technologies, ensuring responses are accurate, balanced, evidence-based, and appropriately documented.
Facilitate dissemination of approved scientific information, including publications, congress presentations, clinical practice resources, and other scientific materials, in accordance with company policies.
Provide scientific support for investigator-sponsored research, collaborative research, and Illumina-sponsored clinical or research studies, including investigator identification, scientific discussions of study concepts, and study-related scientific communications.
Partner as requested with Research & Development, Product Management, Regulatory Affairs, Market Access, Legal, Compliance, and Commercial teams.
Contribute scientific expertise to publication planning, scientific communications, evidence dissemination, and review of external scientific content.
Maintain Medical Affairs independence and compliance through understanding and application of relevant regulations, industry guidance, company policies, and ethical standards for scientific exchange and communications concerning IVD and RUO products.