Medical Science Liaison I, Specialties(Northeast)

GeneDx (Nasdaq: WGS) delivers personalized and actionable health insights to inform diagnosis, direct treatment, and improve drug discovery. The company is uniquely positioned to accelerate the use of genomic and large-scale clinical information to enable precision medicine as the standard of care. GeneDx is at the forefront of transforming healthcare through its industry-leading exome and genome testing and interpretation services, fueled by the world’s largest rare disease data sets. For more information, please visit www.genedx.com .

Summary

The Medical Science Liaison I(MSL), Specialties, serves as the scientific/clinical expert and ambassador for genomic testing to GeneDx’s clients. The MSL I, Specialties is a field-based position and will travel within the Northeast US to educate medical professionals and provide clinical support to GeneDx’s sales team and clients. The MSL I, Specialties develops relationships with key opinion leaders in the regional clinical community and frequently gives scientific presentations at conferences and GeneDx-hosted events. The MSL I, Specialties, also partners closely with regional sales leadership to direct field sales strategy and maximize sales force effectiveness.

Job Responsibilities

Represent GeneDx as the genomic and clinical expert to clinicians, hospitals, and academic institutions, as well as regional professional organizations patient advocacy groups

Build relationships with regional key opinion leaders and key decision makers

Deliver scientific/clinical presentations on genomics and genetic testing related to the GeneDx product portfolio

Support genetics professionals and non-genetic professionals with clinical information and educational materials that promote access to genomic testing

Support healthcare providers and administrators in implementing programs that operationalize pre-test counseling, test result interpretation, and test result-based clinical management

Gather insights gained from clients, including regional needs and gaps in genomic services; share these insights with the appropriate stakeholders internally and champion action for priority items

In partnership with Regional Sales Directors (RSDs) and Training Sales Enablement, ensure Regional Account Executives (RAEs) have the product knowledge, as well as the sales business skills, to maximize sales force effectiveness

Spend time in the field with individual RAEs assessing needs, reviewing objectives, and developing actions plans; identify opportunities for coaching performance management and communicate these to the RSD for action

In partnership with RSDs, direct execution of sales strategies and tactics, and implementation of sales and marketing plans

People Manager

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Education, Experience, and Skills

Master's Degree in Genetic Counseling

3+ years’ experience in a clinical or academic role or industry role as a genetic counselor.

2 years' experience in an MSL or similar role in industry

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong presentation and public speaking skills

Ability to work independently and manage time effectively

Willing to travel 60% of time within the assigned region

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

None

Work Environment

This is a fully remote position. The employee will work from a home office or other suitable remote location with reliable high-speed internet access. Work is performed in a climate-controlled environment using standard office equipment including computer, phone, and video conferencing tools. Your standard work schedule and hours will be established in collaboration with your leader and may be adjusted to align with evolving business needs.

Physical Demands

This is a sedentary role requiring prolonged periods of sitting while working at a computer. Physical demands include:

Sitting for extended periods (up to 8 hours per day)

Repetitive use of hands and fingers for typing and mouse operation

Visual acuity for reading computer screens and documents

Ability to communicate effectively via phone and video calls

Occasional lifting of up to 10 pounds (office supplies, equipment)

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Acknowledgements

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.

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Pay Transparency, Budgeted Range

$150,000 $165,000 USD

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Science - Minded, Patient - Focused.

At GeneDx, we create, follow, and are informed by cutting-edge science. With over 20 years of expertise in diagnosing rare disorders and diseases, and pioneering work in the identification of new disease-causing genes, our commitment to genetic disease detection, discovery, and diagnosis is based on sound science and is focused on enhancing pat…