Medical Science Liaison – Amyloidosis (ATTR) - Texas
About The Position
At AstraZeneca, we turn ideas into life-changing medicines. Working here means being entrepreneurial, thinking big, and collaborating to make the impossible a reality. We focus on the power of science to address unmet patient needs worldwide. We commit to areas where we can truly change the course of medicine and bring ambitious new ideas to life. As an Amyloidosis (ATTR) Medical Science Liaison (MSL) - Texas, you’ll play a pivotal role in channeling our scientific expertise to positively impact patient care. About the BioPharmaceuticals Business Unit (BBU) The BBU develops and drives therapeutic area and product strategies that address unmet patient needs globally. We integrate commercial, market access, medical, digital, and corporate functions to drive scientific innovation and commercial excellence in respiratory, cardiovascular, renal, and diabetes disease areas. Why This Role Matters As an ATTR MSL, you will be part of AstraZeneca’s mission to transform clinical practice through science and technology. You’ll partner with healthcare professionals to reduce acute episodes, disease complications, hospital admissions, and premature death. Through innovation, leadership, and sustainability, we put patients first. What You’ll Do In this field-based role covering Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, Austin, and surrounding areas , you will: Engage in scientific discussions within priority accounts with healthcare professionals and researchers. Collecting and sharing evidence-based insights. Working within a cross functional environment to achieve positive impactful patient outcomes. Build relationships with clinicians and researchers to support education and collaboration. Find opportunities to improve patient outcomes and provide actionable insights to internal teams. Respond to inquiries with clear, balanced scientific information about our products and disease areas. Stay current on disease state management, emerging therapies, and the competitive landscape. Deliver presentations and provide clinical support at regional and national meetings. Ensure compliance with regulatory and company standards in all interactions. Development Opportunities Structured onboarding and continuous learning programs. Exposure to clinical development activities and therapeutic brand strategies. Opportunities to lead projects within the medical team and develop leadership skills over time. For clinicians new to pharma , this is an opportunity to harness your patient care expertise in a role that influences treatment guidelines and improves outcomes on a broader scale. You’ll gain exposure to ground breaking science, collaborate with leaders with vision, and develop skills that open doors to diverse career paths in medical affairs and beyond. For experienced pharma professionals , AstraZeneca offers the chance to work on innovative therapies in a company recognized for scientific leadership and patient-centricity. You’ll join a collaborative culture that values your expertise, provides opportunities for advancement, and rewards impact.
Requirements
- Advanced degree in a clinical or scientific discipline (MD, PharmD, PhD, NP, PA).
- 1-2 years of experience in clinical practice, research, or healthcare setting
- Understanding of business acumen such as healthcare delivery systems, payer structures, and treatment pathways
- Clinical experience in the relevant therapeutic area and ability to build professional relationships.
- Strong communication skills to convey complex scientific information clearly.
- Demonstrated ability to lead projects and influence cross-functional teams.
- Knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirements related to medical affairs.
- Ability to travel 50–70% (varies by geography) including weekends and overnights.
Nice To Haves
- 2+ years of pharmaceutical industry experience/ previous MSL
- Rare Disease and/or Cardiology
- Ability to build and leverage relationships to influence outcomes that improve patient care.
Responsibilities
- Engage in scientific discussions within priority accounts with healthcare professionals and researchers.
- Collecting and sharing evidence-based insights.
- Working within a cross functional environment to achieve positive impactful patient outcomes.
- Build relationships with clinicians and researchers to support education and collaboration.
- Find opportunities to improve patient outcomes and provide actionable insights to internal teams.
- Respond to inquiries with clear, balanced scientific information about our products and disease areas.
- Stay current on disease state management, emerging therapies, and the competitive landscape.
- Deliver presentations and provide clinical support at regional and national meetings.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory and company standards in all interactions.
Benefits
- Our positions offer eligibility for various incentives and an opportunity to receive short-term incentive bonuses, equity-based awards for salaried roles and commissions for sales roles.
- Benefits offered include qualified retirement programs, paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves), as well as health, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
