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Do you have expertise in and passion for Medical Affairs in Oncology Are you ready to make a significant impact in the field of Oncology AstraZeneca s vision in Oncology is to help patients by redefining the cancer-treatment paradigm with the bold ambition to eliminate cancer as a cause of death. We are proud to work on groundbreaking science with one of the broadest and deepest Oncology pipelines in the business. Help to advance our pipeline by applying expertise and accelerating our pathway to finding a cure.

We are seeking a Medical Science Liaison ( MSL) or Senior MSL to join us our team ! This role serves as the local medical voice of AZ in the disease area of interest and builds a local medical strategy to improve patient care and outcomes in their territory. The MSL is an established field-based professional with extensive scientific clinical and therapeutic area expertise responsible for providing medical and scientific support for AstraZenecas oncology marketed products new indications for current products and compounds in development.

What youll do

Act as the local medical leader responsible for developing a tailored strategy to meet the AZ USMA priorities in the disease area as well as the local specificities and patient needs.

Develop strong working relationships in different external business settings ( e.g. academia hospitals managed markets private practices)

Lead scientific exchanges with oncologists and key members of the MDT.

Lead peer to peer scientific / medical interactions

Gather insights on the treatment landscape evolving healthcare environment and practice barrier to optimal treatment and patient care or opportunities to improve outcomes of patients with cancer

Discuss with KOLs data and educational gaps to ensure adequate use of our medicines and to inform our R&D strategy to address patient needs

Stay current with scientific knowledge and attend relevant scientific meetings and conferences.

Collaborate with Clin ops on trials from feasibility to execution

Minimum Qualifications

Advanced scientific degree ( i.e. Pharm D MD / DO PhD PA or NP) in a relevant health science or clinical discipline

Ability to express ideas clearly in written documentation one-on-one conversations and in small group dialogues Ability to navigate within a matrixial environment

Ability to navigate within a matrixial environment

0-2 years of MSL experience or relevant therapeutic area experience

Demonstrated expertise in discussing scientific content and context to multiple audiences

Strong understanding of clinical study design and protocols

Basic understanding of the Healthcare system clinical trial methodology statistics and regulatory environment

Excellent project management ability

Ability to travel (40-60% by car train and plane domestic)

Preferred Qualifications

Doctorate strongly preferred in a health science or clinical discipline

MSL experience

Oncology experience

Demonstrated expertise in delivering customer-related outcomes in targeted field / territory

Demonstrated ability to impact Medical Affairs and MSL strategies on a regional level

Why AstraZeneca

At AstraZeneca when we see an opportunity for change we seize it and make it happen because any opportunity no matter how small can be the start of something big. Delivering life-changing medicines is about being entrepreneurial - finding those moments and recognizing their potential. Join us on our journey of building a new kind of organization to reset expectations of what a bio-pharmaceutical company can be. This means were opening new ways to work pioneering groundbreaking methods and bringing unexpected teams together. Interested Come and join our journey.

Are you ready to bring new insights and fresh thinking to the table Brilliant! We have one seat available and we hope its yours. Apply today.

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds with as wide a range of perspectives as possible and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates regardless of their characteristics. We follow all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment) as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.

The annual base pay for this position ranges from $174455-$261682. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors including market location job-related knowledge skills and addition our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity and eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program. Benefits offered include a qualified retirement program 401(k) plan; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and health benefits including medical prescription drug dental and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired employee will be in an at-will position and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time including for reasons related to individual performance Company or individual department / team performance and market factors.

Date Posted

19-Nov-2025

Closing Date

23-Nov-2025

Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and furtherance of that mission we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation please complete the corresponding section in the application form.

Required Experience :

Senior IC

Key Skills

Presentation Skills,Time Management,Clinical Research,Communication skills,GCP,Infusion Experience,Managed Care,Hospice Care,Conflict Management,Clinical Trials,Research Experience,Home Care

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 174455 - 261682