Senior Medical Affairs Director, Molecular Tumor Boards

Company Description

Guardant Health is a leading precision oncology company focused on helping conquer cancer globally through use of its proprietary tests, vast data sets and advanced analytics. The Guardant Health oncology platform leverages capabilities to drive commercial adoption, improve patient clinical outcomes and lower healthcare costs across all stages of the cancer care continuum. Guardant Health has commercially launched Guardant360®, Guardant360 CDx, Guardant360 TissueNext™, Guardant360 Response™, and GuardantOMNI® tests for advanced stage cancer patients, and Guardant Reveal™ for early-stage cancer patients. The Guardant Health screening portfolio, including the Shield™ test, aims to address the needs of individuals eligible for cancer screening.

Job Description

Job Description

The Senior Medical Affairs Director, Molecular Tumor Boards is responsible for leading the Molecular Tumor Board (MTB) program, facilitating multidisciplinary discussions, and providing expert guidance on the interpretation and clinical application of Guardant Health molecular diagnostic results. This role involves coordinating the efforts of oncologists, pathologists, geneticists, and other specialists to deliver personalized treatment recommendations based on the latest scientific evidence and molecular profiling data. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in molecular oncology, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to advancing precision medicine.

● Lead and manage the Molecular Tumor Board program, ensuring efficient and effective multidisciplinary case reviews.
● Facilitate regular MTB meetings, guiding discussions on complex cancer cases and      molecular diagnostic results.
● Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, including oncologists, pathologists, geneticists, and other healthcare professionals.
● Provide expert interpretation of molecular profiling data and genomic sequencing results.
● Stay current with advancements in molecular oncology, genomics, and related fields.
● Serve as the primary point of contact for clinical and scientific inquiries related to molecular diagnostics and personalized oncology.
● Collaborate with lab directors, genomic counselors and medical affairs teams to support understanding of GH report results and applications.
● Provide clinical oversight and expertise for research initiatives, clinical trials, and publications.
● Oversee the discussion of patient cases referred to the Molecular Tumor Board, ensuring comprehensive evaluation and accurate discussions.
● Develop and deliver training programs for healthcare professionals on the interpretation and clinical application of molecular diagnostic results.
● Mentor and support the professional development of MTB team members and other staff involved in precision oncology.
● Organize educational sessions, workshops, and seminars to promote awareness and understanding of molecular oncology.
● Ensure all MTB activities comply with regulatory requirements, ethical standards, and company policies.
● Implement and maintain quality assurance processes to ensure the accuracy and reliability of molecular diagnostic interpretations.
● Monitor and report on MTB performance metrics and outcomes to senior leadership.
● Build and maintain relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs), academic institutions, and research organizations in the field of molecular oncology.
● Develop MTB champions at academic institutions to partner in regular MTB discussions.
● Represent the company at scientific conferences, advisory boards, and other external meetings.
● Foster collaborations with external partners to advance precision oncology and molecular diagnostics.

Qualifications

● MD, PhD, or equivalent advanced degree in oncology, molecular biology, genetics, or a related scientific discipline required.
● Minimum of 10 years of experience in molecular oncology or a related field, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
● Proven track record of leading multidisciplinary teams and managing complex clinical cases.
● Extensive experience in the interpretation and application of molecular diagnostic results.
● Deep expertise in molecular oncology, genomics, and precision medicine.
● Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate others.
● Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
● Proficiency in data analysis and interpretation, with the ability to translate scientific data into clinical practice.
● Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

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Qualifications

Qualifications

● MD, PhD, or equivalent advanced degree in oncology, molecular