Karius
Medical Science Liaison (Houston)
Karius, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
About KariusKarius is a venture-backed life science startup that is transforming the way pathogens and other microbes are observed throughout the body. By unlocking the information present in microbial cell-free DNA, we're helping doctors quickly solve their most challenging cases, providing industry partners with access to 1000’s of biomarkers to accelerate clinical trials, discovering new microbes, and reducing patient suffering worldwide.Position SummaryWe are looking for an outstanding Medical Science Liaison (MSL) to join us as we expand our field footprint and support the commercial team in achieving sales goals. This will involve working directly with the clinical sales managers to develop pre and post-sale strategies to bolster sales with new and existing customers. The MSL educates clinicians, nursing, pharmacy staff, and other clinical support staff on the benefits and clinical utility of our products. You will assist facilities in developing best practices and protocols to maximize our products’ utility; form relationships with clinicians to develop clinical champions and future key opinion leaders and provide education to the sales force.Reports to:
Director, Medical Science LiaisonTerritory:
Houston, Texas - with deep knowledge and experience in the greater metropolitan area health systems.Primary ResponsibilitiesProvide expertise necessary to achieve the clinical close portion of the sale working with the Clinical Sales Manager.Provide medical expertise to support sales and marketing activities.Review promotional materials to ensure accuracy of medical and scientific content.Provide formal presentations as well as informal training utilizing peer-reviewed publications, clinical case studies, and approved marketing materials.Facilitate intradepartmental communication to maximize patient solutions within institutions.Establish centers of excellence as a benchmark for other customer sites to model.Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with key opinion leaders, through professional associations, professional meetings, and conferences.Maintain clinical and specialty expertise and provide input by attending business team meetings, steering committee meetings, etc.Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with advisors, consultants, investigators, expert guest speakers, and business development partners.Position Requirements4 year Bachelor Degree in Nursing, Physician Assistant Studies, or licensed Pharmacist required.Clinical advanced degree preferred.Measurable experience as a clinician or nurse is required.Familiarity with infectious disease diagnosis, treatment, and/or microbiology/virology methods is required.Valid Driver’s License.Familiarity with Microsoft Office; PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.Knowledge of medical institution hierarchy.Sales experience is a plus.Knowledge of Laboratory workflow and fiscal operations is a plus.Knowledge of cfDNA technology is a plus.Personal QualificationsHas an entrepreneurial spirit and is comfortable multi-tasking in a fast-paced, ambiguous, growth-oriented environment.Strong presentation acumen, ability to manage and facilitate engaging discussions with both small and large groups.Ability to present technical information to audiences with various degrees of scientific and clinical expertise.Unquestionable personal code of ethics, integrity, confidentiality, and ability to build trusting and professional relationships.Passionate about the mission and reputation of Karius while investing in the culture as the company grows.At Karius, we value a diverse and inclusive workplace and provide equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees.$124,000 - $186,000 a year#J-18808-Ljbffr
Director, Medical Science LiaisonTerritory:
Houston, Texas - with deep knowledge and experience in the greater metropolitan area health systems.Primary ResponsibilitiesProvide expertise necessary to achieve the clinical close portion of the sale working with the Clinical Sales Manager.Provide medical expertise to support sales and marketing activities.Review promotional materials to ensure accuracy of medical and scientific content.Provide formal presentations as well as informal training utilizing peer-reviewed publications, clinical case studies, and approved marketing materials.Facilitate intradepartmental communication to maximize patient solutions within institutions.Establish centers of excellence as a benchmark for other customer sites to model.Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with key opinion leaders, through professional associations, professional meetings, and conferences.Maintain clinical and specialty expertise and provide input by attending business team meetings, steering committee meetings, etc.Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with advisors, consultants, investigators, expert guest speakers, and business development partners.Position Requirements4 year Bachelor Degree in Nursing, Physician Assistant Studies, or licensed Pharmacist required.Clinical advanced degree preferred.Measurable experience as a clinician or nurse is required.Familiarity with infectious disease diagnosis, treatment, and/or microbiology/virology methods is required.Valid Driver’s License.Familiarity with Microsoft Office; PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.Knowledge of medical institution hierarchy.Sales experience is a plus.Knowledge of Laboratory workflow and fiscal operations is a plus.Knowledge of cfDNA technology is a plus.Personal QualificationsHas an entrepreneurial spirit and is comfortable multi-tasking in a fast-paced, ambiguous, growth-oriented environment.Strong presentation acumen, ability to manage and facilitate engaging discussions with both small and large groups.Ability to present technical information to audiences with various degrees of scientific and clinical expertise.Unquestionable personal code of ethics, integrity, confidentiality, and ability to build trusting and professional relationships.Passionate about the mission and reputation of Karius while investing in the culture as the company grows.At Karius, we value a diverse and inclusive workplace and provide equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees.$124,000 - $186,000 a year#J-18808-Ljbffr