We're inspired by the things that seem impossible. At AstraZeneca, we see the impact of our collective ideas and expertise, and the power of science to deliver them.
We're focused on the potential of science to address the unmet needs of patients around the world. We commit to those areas where we can truly change the course of medicine and bring bold, new ideas to life.
Making the impossible a reality can mean taking a chance on an idea and investing in our exceptional capacity for innovation and discovery. We champion trying new things, and we nurture a test and learn culture that's determined to achieve our goals.
AstraZeneca is one of the world's most exciting bio-pharmaceutical companies. From scientists to sales, lab techs to legal, our mission is to transform ideas into life-changing medicines that improve patients' lives and benefit society. We're constantly moving forward as a company - agile and purposeful in our work.
The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) is a field-based medical affair professional with scientific and therapeutic-area (TA) expertise. The MSL is responsible for providing medical and scientific support regarding AstraZeneca's (AZ's) marketed products and compounds in development to a variety of stakeholders both internal and external to the organization. MSLs report into the Medical or Scientific Affairs Department. For details, please refer to the region/country/area specific organization chart. MSLs must not have commercial objectives or measures. However, MSLs and their management may communicate strategic objectives and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to commercial stakeholders to ensure alignment.
MSLs engage in in-depth medical and scientific product or disease area discussions, and presentations in a non-promotional scientific context. These activities, the circumstances in which they are conducted and the way to perform them in a fully compliant way are described in further detail in the Global MSL Guide.
**Requirements**:
- Degree in Medicine with a specialty in Internal Medicine or Hematology
- 2 years experience in pharmaceutical industry and scientific information management
- Ability to interact with and manage a range of stakeholders both internally and externally
- Demonstrated expertise in discussing scientific content and context to a variety of audiences
- Established project management ability
- Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong leadership and management capabilities
- Ability to travel (% varies with geographic responsibility)
- Knowledge of the legislation on pharmaceutical sales and marketing
**_ 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._
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So, what's next? _**
- Are you ready to bring new ideas and fresh thinking to the table? Brilliant! We have one seat available and we hope it's yours._
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