Medical Science Liaison - Northeast

Region: Northeast

GeneDx is a patient-centric health information company that delivers personalized and actionable health insights that inform diagnosis, guide treatment and improve drug discovery. The company is transforming healthcare through its industry-leading exome and genome testing and interpretation, fueled by one of the world’s largest, rare disease data sets. GeneDx is uniquely positioned to accelerate the use of genomic and large-scale clinical information to enable precision medicine as the standard of care.

Summary

The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) I serves as the scientific/clinical expert and ambassador for genomic testing to GeneDx’s clients. The MSL I is a field-based position and will travel within their assigned region to educate medical professionals and provide clinical support to GeneDx’s sales team and clients. The MSL I develops relationships with regional key opinion leaders in the clinical community and will frequently give scientific presentations at conferences and GeneDx-hosted events. The MSL I 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.

Education, Experience, and Skills

• Master's Degree in Genetic Counseling.
• 3+ years' experience in a clinical, academic, 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 assigned region.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Certification by the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) or equivalent

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods.

Work Environment

• Occasional exposure to manufacturing or warehouse areas, which may involve loud noises, dust, and varying temperatures.
• The role requires 60% travel to client sites, with potential exposure to outdoor weather conditions.
• Standard work hours are Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM EST.
• The region covers NY, CT, MA, ME, VT, NH, RI, and ideally incumbent should live in CT or MA but open to NY.

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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 patient care.

Experts in what matters most.

With hundreds of genetic counselors, MD/PhD scientists, and clinical and molecular genomics specialists on staff, we are the industry’s genetic testing experts and proud of it. We share the same goal as healthcare providers, patients, and families: to provide clear, accurate, and meaningful answers we all can trust.

SEQUENCING HAS THE POWER TO SOLVE DIAGNOSTIC CHALLENGES.

From sequencing to reporting and beyond, our technical and clinical experts are providing guidance every step of the way:

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE

• High-quality testing: Our laboratory is CLIA certified and CAP accredited and most of our tests are also New York State approved.
• Advanced detection: By interrogating genes for complex variants, we can identify the underlying causes of conditions that may otherwise be missed.

CLINICAL EXPERTISE

• Thorough analysis: We classify variants according to our custom adaptation of the most recent guidelines. We then leverage our rich internal database for additional interpretation evidence.
• Customized care: Our experts review all test results and write reports in a clear, concise, and personalized way. We also include information for research studies in specific clinical situations.
• Impactful discovery: Our researchers continue working to find answers even after testing is complete. Through both internal research efforts and global collaborations, we have identified and published hundreds of new disease-gene relationships and developed novel tools for genomic data analysis. These efforts ultimately deliver more diagnostic findings to individuals.

Learn more About Us here.

Our Culture

At GeneDx, we are dedicated to cultivating an environment where creativity and innovation thrive. We believe in the power of community and collaboration, where diverse perspectives are embraced, and every voice contributes to our shared success. Our team is a vibrant mix of professionals who challenge and support each other in equal measure, fostering growth both personally and professionally. When you join us, you're not just taking on a job—you're joining a movement. A movement that champions curiosity, embraces change, and believes in making an impact, one patient at a time. Cultural principles we live by:  

• Be bold in our vision & brave in our execution. 
• Communicate directly, with empathy. 
• Do what we say we're going to do.  
• Be adaptable to change.  
• Operate with a bias for action.  

Benefits include:

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health, Dental, Vision and Life insurance
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan
• Employee Discounts
• Voluntary benefits

GeneDx is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All privacy policy information can be found here.