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Sr. Medical Science Liaison, Est

Job in Austin, Travis County, Texas, 73301, USA
Listing for: Tyra Biosciences Inc.
Full Time position Listed on 2026-11-11
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Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 238467 - 250800 USD Yearly USD 238467.00 250800.00 YEAR

Job Description & How to Apply Below

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Senior Medical Science Liaison (Sr. MSL) is a field-based scientific expert responsible for establishing and advancing Tyra Biosciences’ medical presence in oncology, with a focus on urologic malignancies. This role will serve as a primary scientific interface between Tyra and the oncology/urology community, supporting clinical development, data generation, and pre-commercial readiness for dabogratinib and future pipeline programs.

This position requires a high degree of scientific expertise, autonomy, and executional focus, with direct investigator engagement, Key Opinion Leader (KOL) engagement, clinical trial support, and insights generation in a growing biotech environment. The Sr. MSL will serve as a key scientific partner to internal teams and external healthcare professionals.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Lead and drive clinical trial and investigator support
  • Proactively engage investigators and research staff in scientific discussions related to ongoing clinical trials, driving awareness and visibility of oncology programs
  • Identify, develop, and maintain peer-to-peer scientific relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and healthcare professionals
  • Collect, synthesize, and communicate actionable field insights to internal teams
  • Identify emerging trends, competitive dynamics, and evolving standards of care in genitourinary oncology/urology
  • Support scientific data dissemination and medical education initiatives
  • Execute the scientific engagement plan
  • Support Tyra’s presence at major oncology and urology congresses
  • Maintain a high level of scientific expertise in oncology and urology
  • Effectively collaborate with medical affairs, clinical development, clinical operations, and other cross-functional partners, ensuring alignment across programs
  • Conduct all activities in accordance with regulations and company SOPs
  • Facilitate problem-solving and conflict resolution with internal and external stakeholders to reduce issues / remove roadblocks and keep teams on track with key deliverables
  • Proactively work with cross-functional teams to develop, progress, and accelerate program goals
  • Serve as a role model within and outside of Medical Affairs in problem identification, cross functional collaboration, and implementation of planned resolutions
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
  • Advanced scientific degree required: MD, PharmD, or PhD
  • Minimum 5+ years of MSL experience in oncology or urology (preferred) in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry, independently managing a large geographic territory
  • Strong track record of supporting clinical trials in a late-stage or pre-commercial setting
  • Late-stage oncology drug development (Phase
    3) experience required, experience in bladder cancer a plus
  • Proven track record of effectively networking and building new relationships
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills
  • Demonstrated success in advancing drug candidates to development
  • Ability to provide technical advice and assist with problem resolution
  • Prior experience working in a small, start‑up biotech work environment preferred
  • Strong analytical and strategic ability
  • Ability to work independently and to multi‑task
  • Ability to change pace and tasks as needed and to work in a fast‑paced environment
  • Proficient in MS Outlook/Word/Excel/Power Point
  • Must be able to travel extensively (~60-70%), primarily in the U.S. but also internationally as needed
  • Base Salary Range: $238,467 - $250,800 USD

    Individual compensation will be determined based on factors such as work location, skills, education, training, and experience.

    What we offer US-based Employees
    • Competitive base, bonus, new hire and ongoing equity packages
    • The starting compensation range(s) for this role is for a full‑time employee (FTE) basis
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