Diagnostic Science Liaison- Hyderabad

Job Title: Diagnostic Science Liaison
Department: Medical & Patient Affairs
Reports to: National Diagnostic Lead
Location: SOUTH (Bengaluru/Hyderabad)
Travel Requirement: ~70%

Position Summary

We are looking for a highly motivated and scientifically driven professional to join as a Diagnostic Science Liaison (DSL) supporting a growing portfolio in precision medicine. This field-based role involves engaging with key stakeholders across clinical diagnostics, pathology, and biomarker testing to drive appropriate diagnostic implementation that supports the clinical development and commercialization of targeted therapies.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration

• Identify and engage key external stakeholders (e.g., pathologists, geneticists, laboratory physicians, oncologists, surgeons) to understand regional diagnostic ecosystems.

• Collaborate with internal cross-functional teams (medical, regulatory, market access, and commercial) to align diagnostic strategies.

• Co-create diagnostic pathways that streamline testing within clinical decision-making processes.

• Ensure accurate, compliant communication of scientific and diagnostic insights between external partners and internal teams.

2. Data-Driven Field Support & Test Optimization

• Lead diagnostic field activities in priority accounts with a focus on data-driven decision support.

• Provide insights on diagnostic testing patterns, turnaround times, barriers to access, and opportunities for optimization.

• Adhere strictly to data protection and privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA) while handling patient or site-level data.

3. Scientific Education & Internal Capability Building

• Conduct scientific training for internal stakeholders covering diagnostic principles, biomarker science, and workflows.

• Develop educational tools and materials to communicate diagnostic concepts and test interpretation.

• Support and participate in external scientific programs for clinicians and laboratory professionals.

4. Diagnostic Access & External Partnerships

• Build and maintain partnerships with diagnostic companies and laboratory networks.

• Facilitate discussions on testing logistics, implementation models, and quality standards.

• Drive initiatives to improve awareness, access, and adoption of companion and complementary diagnostics.

5. Precision Medicine Advocacy & Clinical Integration

• Advocate for early and accurate biomarker testing to enable precision treatment approaches.

• Collaborate with clinicians to integrate diagnostic insights into treatment planning and clinical workflows.

• Promote adoption of precision medicine by linking diagnostics to patient outcomes and healthcare value.