Seagen

Oncology Diagnostic Liaison Northeast - New England, New York, NJ

Description

Summary

The Oncology Diagnostic Liaison has a pivotal role in channeling our scientific capabilities to make a positive impact in patient lives. Under general direction of the Seagen Commercial Diagnostics Leader, he/she will plan and execute all aspects of the organization’s Pathology / Diagnostic Market and Access strategy. This position will have a great deal of autonomy and the candidate must be self-driven to deliver results. The primary responsibility for this role will be to liaise with pathology groups, diagnostic groups, and key stakeholders of reference laboratories to build a core diagnostic foundation for our current flagship product ADCETRIS, and future pipeline products and indications such as TUKYSA.

The Oncology Diagnostic Liaison will report to the Commercial Diagnostics Leader.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Under the general direction of the Seagen Commercial Diagnostics Leader, plan and execute all aspects of the organization’s Pathology / Diagnostic Market and access strategy for the assigned region
• Develop key messaging and education tactics within the assigned region to positively impact pathology targets
• Be the primary liaison with regional pathology groups, diagnostic groups and key stakeholders of reference laboratories and key institutional accounts to build and maintain a core diagnostic foundation for current and future pipeline products
• Educate pathologists on the utility and testing of CD30 to positively influence the linkage and communication between oncologists and pathologists on the utility and testing of CD30
• Proactively and independently establish laboratory relationships and connections within the regional pathology and oncologist community to increase understanding of the importance of ordering the right test, at the right time, with key protocols in place for CD30 and other respective brands such as TUKYSA
• Attend diagnostic Ad Boards and pathology related congresses as needed to network, influence, and generally increase awareness and understanding of diagnostic testing in relation to the therapeutic products offered by Seagen
• Actively monitor the latest developments within the therapeutic area and be able to effectively discuss all aspects of the therapeutic area, understand the tissue journey and the technical challenges along the tumor journey
• Frequent travel is required

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience and demonstrated, in-depth knowledge of the Diagnostic and Hematopathology Marketplace
• Experience working with and training pathologists on new emerging data and information concerning accurate IHC testing and reporting
• Must have deep laboratory experience or an understanding of the flow of work within an academic / community institution, as well as national/regional reference labs
• Must be able to develop and execute a territory/regional plan of action to impact pathology targets and drive education with key messaging within assigned territory/region
• Must have experience presenting and articulating educational and complex information to key stakeholders / decision makers, including but not limited to pathologists, oncologists, lab techs, etc.
• Understanding of testing methodologies with IHC, FLOW, FISH, PCR, and NGS (Next Generation Sequencing) preferred
• Pharmaceutical experience in oncology preferred
• A basic understanding of hospital EMRs flow of work and Laboratory LIS preferred
• Passionate about making a difference for oncology patients
• Ability to think creatively and convert ideas into action
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Embraces cross-functional collaboration with all internal and external customers
• Embraces critical thinking and varied opinions in order to arrive at optimum solutions
• Embraces and fosters high level of focus, discipline, character, integrity, and leadership
• Strong knowledge of information technology necessary to operate effectively with company systems and programs
• Must have a reliable mode of transportation and a clean driving record
• This is a field-based position and frequent travel is required

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field required. Advanced degree preferred

As the leading employer in our industry in the Pacific Northwest, Seagen is proud to offer a competitive total compensation package as well as a comprehensive benefits program designed to support the whole lives of our employees and their families. Benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage, group and supplemental life insurance, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, relocation assistance and much more. To learn more about Seagen, please visit www.seagen.com.

Seagen is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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Submitted: 01/08/2021