LocationBaar,Canton of Zug,Switzerland
Job ID R-083690
Date posted 06.08.2020Apply

AstraZeneca is a global, innovation-driven biopharmaceutical business that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialization of prescription medicines, primarily for the treatment of Cardiovascular, Renal and Metabolic Diseases, Oncology, Respiratory, Inflammation and Autoimmunity, Infection and Neuroscience diseases. AstraZeneca operates in over 100 countries and its innovative medicines are used by millions of patients worldwide. For more information please visit: www.astrazeneca.com

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Medical Science Liaison Oncology (MSL) – focus hematology 100%

The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) works as a scientific expert in the field with a specific focus on engaging in high-level scientific exchange, on building and maintaining peer-to peer relationship with external experts and on understanding and uncovering unmet medical needs and on generating relevant insights. He/she works as part of a cross-functional team and reports into the Medical Affairs Lead for oncology.

Your main tasks

• Build and maintain peer level relationship with key external experts to support


• understanding of the Swiss market & clinical dynamics and to engage with the medical / scientific community in a highly credible, balanced and objective manner, representing AstraZeneca’s dedication to and excellence in science


• Close collaboration with the brand team as medical-scientific expert in hematology


• Organisation and execution of scientific events such as symposia, other educational initiatives for healthcare professionals


• Organisation of and participation at (regional) advisory board meetings


• Presentation of medical and scientific information at internal meetings including education of sales force and other AZ employees in your therapeutic area


• Support of the brand team for various medical and scientific projects across the lifecycle of the brands in your therapeutic areas


• Build and maintain expertise in your therapeutic area by continuous education and by participation in national and international congresses and AstraZeneca events


• Support AstraZeneca clinical research program and externally sponsored research projects as needed and as appropriate


• Support of the MIPS-Team (Medical Information / Patient Safety) in handling of external medical and scientific requests


• Ensure compliance with all local regulatory requirements and AstraZeneca Local and Global Policies and Guidelines

Your Profile

• Qualified Doctor and/or advanced degree(s) (e.g., PhD, PharmD) in a health or biomedical field


• Experience of working in the pharmaceutical industry, preferentially as MSL or within Medical Affairs in one of the therapeutic areas mentioned above, oncology/hematology would be a clear plus; experience within Clinical research will also be considered


• High-level of scientific knowledge and ability to analyse and process clinical and scientific data


• Experience in liaising with healthcare professionals


• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including communicating complex technical, scientific, or medical information to broad audience types


• Thorough knowledge of the local regulatory requirements related to medical affairs activities


• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work independently as well as in a cross-functional team


• Project management experience is a plus


• Proficiency in written and spoken English and German is mandatory, good knowledge of French is a plus

We offer:

• A lively, interesting and international environment.


• An exciting challenge in a successful pharmaceutical company with highly innovative product portfolio.


• An attractive package rounds-off this interesting offer.

Disclaimer:

AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer. AstraZeneca will consider all qualified applicants for employment without discrimination on grounds of disability, sex or sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity leave status, race or national or ethnic origin, age, religion or belief, gender identity or re-assignment, marital or civil partnership status, protected veteran status (if applicable) or any other characteristic protected by law. AstraZeneca only employs individuals with the right to work in the country/ies where the role is advertised.

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 authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.

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