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Do you have expertise in, and passion for, Medical affairs? Would you like to apply your expertise to impact the lives of patients in a company that follows the science and turns ideas into life changing medicines? Then AstraZeneca might be the one for you!
ABOUT ASTRAZENECA
AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialisation of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we’re more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies.
BUSINESS AREA
AstraZeneca is pushing the boundaries of science in order to deliver live-saving breakthrough medicines that will improve
patients’ lives. In that endeavor, Medical Affairs is a key strategic partner in shaping the optimal performance of the AstraZeneca brands.
What you’ll do
The Medical Science Liaison is responsible for building scientific partnerships with Key External
Experts (KEE) and other healthcare professionals through providing high quality up-to-date scientific and medical
information to customers. The function is 60% based in the field. (The role will work in strong collaboration with the
medical affairs lead (line-manager) of the therapeutic area (TA) who is office-based. These outputs are guaranteed through
continuously building robust scientific and medical expertise on the therapeutic area, AstraZeneca products and its
competitors in combination with a business acumen attitude and strong communication skills.
Conduct scientific exchange and collect customer insights:
The MSL role typically interacts with a target list of expert customers of between 40-60 people in which the role
will develop strong strategic partnerships driven by the science and the TA strategy. During these interactions that
are non-promotional in nature and driven by a clear (customer) objective, a lot of customer insights are gained
that need to flow back to the brand teams. Within this broad task, the MSL will:
Stay up-to-date in TA knowledge through active monitoring of the scientific literature, congress attendance and frequent interactions with Key External Experts (KEE)
Discuss key data sets with experts in F2F co ntacts or group meetings in order to identify patient pathways, treatment realities in areas of medical need as guided by the TA strategy
Build relationships with experts for advocacy development guided by the TA strategy
Brief speakers for scientific events
Document customer and visit information in a customer relationship management tool
Respond to unsolicited requests for information about unapproved AstraZeneca products or unapproved uses of approved products
Respond to medical queries via medical information platform
Support bridging/early access programs
Continuously improve or optimize impactful communication skills through received coaching by line manager or other coaches in joint visits
Interact with other MSLs from other countries or other TAs in order to exchange best practice and further shape the role
Attend international and national scientific and medical congresses in the TA
Cross-functional scientific exchange and communication with internal stakeholders
The MSL role is also very active in enabling other functions through internal education and support based on their
knowledge from the customers and the TA.
Core member of the x-functional brand team
Works in a strategic partnership with the Marketing and Market Access Department
Gain profound territory knowledge and Share customer insights with internal stakeholders
Educate sales representatives by providing in-depth information on disease and therapies when required
Support Clinical operations in site selection
Gain input from and co-create projects with KEE
The MSL role typically organizes and leads meetings with KEE in order to gain their input on well-defined data sets
or projects to advance the TA strategy. They will recruit participants to these meetings from their target list.
Within this broad task, the MSL will:
Develop relationships with KEE and know their interests (customer profiling)
Conduct and moderate the meetings
Have a sound knowledge of the TA strategy (business acumen)
Liaise with the brand team to prepare and report back
Manage scientific partnerships with KEE
Manage Externally Sponsored Research
Follow-up of grants/chairs/scientific sponsoring with Key External Experts
Be compliant
Successfully complete all training requirements
Comply with all external regulations & internal policies
Full understanding of AZ MSL guide, external interactions policy standards, (including, but not limited to publications policy, congress policy…)
Essential for the role
MD/ParmD/PhD/DVM or equivalent
Significant and robust experience with searching, handling, assimilating, synthesizing, reporting and presenting scientific data in the health care sector
National mobility and flexibility (organization and attendance of evening meetings)
Excellent relational and communication skills.
Takes initiative and proactive were needed while conscious of compliance and process rules in the company.
Presentation skills
Medical integrity and ethical balance
Fluent knowledge of English (verbal and written)
Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
Desirable for the role
Experience in and knowledge of pharmaceutical medical and marketing processes
Knowledge of therapeutic area or the ability to acquire this knowledge rapidly.
Broad employability in other TAs is an asset.
Experience in moderation of meetings with HCPs
Business Acumen
Proven Project management skills
Why AstraZeneca?
At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.
So, what’s next?
Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you.
Please apply by submitting your CV by <add end date of posting>
Where can I find out more?
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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 comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.
