What are the responsibilities and job description for the Competitive Intelligence Analyst position at Caris Life Sciences?
At Caris, we understand that cancer is an ugly word—a word no one wants to hear, but one that connects us all. That’s why we’re not just transforming cancer care—we’re changing lives.
We introduced precision medicine to the world and built an industry around the idea that every patient deserves answers as unique as their DNA. Backed by cutting-edge molecular science and AI, we ask ourselves every day: “What would I do if this patient were my mom?” That question drives everything we do.
But our mission doesn’t stop with cancer. We're pushing the frontiers of medicine and leading a revolution in healthcare—driven by innovation, compassion, and purpose.
Join us in our mission to improve the human condition across multiple diseases. If you're passionate about meaningful work and want to be part of something bigger than yourself, Caris is where your impact begins.
Position Summary
The Competitive Intelligence Analyst role will focus on generating actionable insights on the competitive landscape for next-generation sequencing (NGS)-based diagnostic testing for cancer patients. The analyst will track, analyze, and interpret competitor activities, market trends, and scientific/clinical developments to support strategic decision-making across marketing, commercial, and medical affairs.
Job Responsibilities
Market & Competitive Landscape Analysis
This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Caris Life Sciences is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
We introduced precision medicine to the world and built an industry around the idea that every patient deserves answers as unique as their DNA. Backed by cutting-edge molecular science and AI, we ask ourselves every day: “What would I do if this patient were my mom?” That question drives everything we do.
But our mission doesn’t stop with cancer. We're pushing the frontiers of medicine and leading a revolution in healthcare—driven by innovation, compassion, and purpose.
Join us in our mission to improve the human condition across multiple diseases. If you're passionate about meaningful work and want to be part of something bigger than yourself, Caris is where your impact begins.
Position Summary
The Competitive Intelligence Analyst role will focus on generating actionable insights on the competitive landscape for next-generation sequencing (NGS)-based diagnostic testing for cancer patients. The analyst will track, analyze, and interpret competitor activities, market trends, and scientific/clinical developments to support strategic decision-making across marketing, commercial, and medical affairs.
Job Responsibilities
Market & Competitive Landscape Analysis
- Continuously monitor competitors in the precision oncology diagnostics space, including new test launches, regulatory filings, clinical validation studies, partnerships, pricing, and reimbursement strategies.
- Conduct in-depth analysis of emerging technologies (e.g., liquid biopsy, companion diagnostics, multi-cancer early detection) and their potential impact.
- Develop profiles and benchmarking reports on key competitors, products, and pipelines.
- Deliver monthly and quarterly intelligence summaries, competitive dashboards, and scenario analyses to inform strategic and tactical planning.
- Understand business implications of complex scientific and market data
- Contribute quarterly competitive landscape reviews, ad-hoc deep dives, and strategic discussions.
- Translate findings into strategic recommendations for executive and functional leadership to guide portfolio prioritization, go-to-market, and evidence generation strategies
- Partner with R&D, Commercial, and Medical Affairs to monitor clinical trial results, publications, and congress updates relevant to cancer diagnostics.
- Collaborate with Market Access and Reimbursement teams to track payer policies, coverage decisions, and competitor pricing.
- Support Business Development with competitive intelligence for partnerships, licensing opportunities, and M&A assessments.
- Actively participate in cross-functional working groups, competitive review meetings, and major congress debriefs (ASCO, ESMO, AMP, etc.).
- Leverage databases, publications, analyst reports, KOL input, and primary/secondary research to build robust intelligence deliverables.
- Implement AI tools to increase effectiveness and efficiency of intelligence gathering, consolidation, and analysis.
- Maintain a centralized repository of competitive intelligence and establish best practices for dissemination across the company.
- Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Oncology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, or related field required
- 3–5 years of experience in competitive intelligence or market analysis within diagnostics, biotech, or life sciences.
- Experience integrating data from multiple sources (e.g., publications, regulatory databases, KOL interviews) into cohesive strategic narratives.
- Strong understanding of the competitive dynamics among precision oncology companies (e.g., Caris, Foundation Medicine, Guardant, Tempus, Exact Sciences).
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, Outlook, and general working knowledge of Internet for business use.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex technical and business information into actionable insights.
- Proficiency in CI tools, market databases, and data visualization platforms.
- Self-starter with ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize under deadlines, and work independently.
- High integrity and ability to handle confidential information appropriately.
- Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, and presentation).
- Advanced degree (MS, PhD, MBA) preferred.
- Familiarity with NGS technologies, clinical oncology applications, and the regulatory landscape for diagnostics is strongly preferred.
- Must be comfortable with travel, including evenings and weekends as required by business needs.
- Physical demands include typical office activities (sitting, using standard equipment, lifting routine office supplies).
- All job specific, safety, and compliance training are assigned based on the job functions associated with this employee.
This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Caris Life Sciences is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.