Medical Science Liaison
MiRXES is a Singapore-headquartered molecular diagnostic company with R&D, manufacturing, and clinical lab operations in Singapore, USA, Japan, and China. We specialize in microRNA technologies and the development, manufacturing, and provision of diagnostic test kits and clinical services. Our mission is to enable early disease detection and provide insights for better patient care by harnessing the power of microRNA to augment traditional testing. Our vision is to be the world’s leading developer and provider of accurate, actionable, and affordable microRNA-powered diagnostic tests.
Job Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Job Summary
The Scientific and Medical Affairs Team communicates the value of Mirxes’ technology, products, and services to external medical and scientific experts, by fostering relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs), communicating scientific data, training internal stakeholders, and presenting educational information to external stakeholders.
We are seeking a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) for the Early Disease Detection (EDD) business unit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. They will be primarily responsible for KOL engagements, conducting continuous medical education (CME) events to external stakeholders, developing advocates and speakers for our products, answering product-related queries from clients, and leading data generation with scientific/medical collaborators. This role will drive efforts to enhance understanding of the scientific and medical value of Mirxes’ products and services among medical professionals.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Develop and effectively execute KOL and external stakeholder engagement plans to gather data, develop, and share medical/scientific insights that contribute to Mirxes’ key medical/scientific messages, plans and future R&D.
- Establish and expand clinical network in the disease areas covered by Mirxes’ products and pipeline.
- Be the subject matter expert and resource centre by keeping abreast of the latest trends and developments in the field of EDD, and providing timely updates to external/internal stakeholders.
- Conduct effective CMEs, disease area training and clinical case sharing for external and internal stakeholders.
- Review clinical case reports with internal laboratory team and external laboratory partners to ensure accuracy of report findings and recommended follow-up actions.
- Communicate and explain clinical report findings to ordering doctors as part of the post-report out services. Address any queries and troubleshoot any issues arise, so as to ensure customer satisfaction and retention.
- Timely update and maintain a database of clinical cases.
- Maintain a database of KOL engagement logs and ensure continuous and timely follow-ups on the deliverables.
- Work collaboratively and compliantly with the commercial team to ensure full Medical Affairs support for new product and business launches in the territory country.
- Support commercial team to develop, edit, and review clinical/scientific collaterals to ensure clinical/scientific accuracy, relevance to target audiences, and alignment to company’s business and strategic objectives.
- Collaborate with KOLs and clients to support global or local clinical/scientific studies to generate evidence that enhances the value of Mirxes’ products and services in the real-world setting.
Desired Skills and Competencies
- Medical degree, PhD or equivalent, with 1-2 years of experience in early cancer screening (fresh PhD graduates may apply).
- Well versed in the fields of early cancer detection and cancer screening.
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills, especially the capability to engage in professional relationship building and networking with external stakeholders.
- A highly motivated individual who can assimilate large amounts of scientific content which are then communicated in a clear and concise fashion to external or internal stakeholders.
- An independent contributor who is also a strong team player.
- An individual who knows how to collaborate, communicate with and engage various stakeholders across different functions in the company.
- Proficient and fluent in English and Malay, due to engagements based in Malaysia.
This position is based in Malaysia.
To submit your application, please send your resume to [email protected], quoting the Job title in the subject line.
We appreciate your interest in the above-mentioned position, however, due to overwhelming response, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
