Medical Science Liaison (Renal) - Georgia
About The Position
At AstraZeneca, we transform ideas into life-changing medicines. We are focused on the potential of science to address unmet patient needs globally. As a Renal Medical Science Liaison, you will play a pivotal role in channeling our scientific capabilities to positively impact patients' lives. The BioPharmaceuticals Business Unit (BBU) develops and executes therapeutic area and product strategies focused on unmet patient needs. We aim to change the course of medicine and enhance patient quality of life. The BBU integrates commercial, market access, medical, digital, and corporate functions to drive scientific development and commercial excellence in respiratory, cardiovascular, renal, and diabetes diseases. Our mission is to partner with healthcare practitioners to reduce acute episodes, disease complications, hospital admissions, and premature death. We prioritize patients through science, innovation, growth, leadership, and sustainability.
Requirements
- Advanced Clinical/Science Degree required (e.g. MD, PharmD, PhD, NP, PA-C, etc. – BSN with extensive clinical experience may be considered)
- 3 years experience in a Clinical or Commercial setting
- Thorough understanding of healthcare system landscape
- Established networks and clinical experience within TA area focus
- Experience in pharmaceutical industry
- Demonstrated expertise in discussing scientific content and context to multiple audiences
- Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong leadership capabilities
- Excellent project management ability
- Thorough knowledge of regulatory environment
- Ability to travel 50-70%
Nice To Haves
- MSL experience is preferred
- Established experience delivering quality improvement initiatives
- 2+ years’ experience as a Medical Science Liaison in the pharmaceutical industry
- Established track record of basic or clinical research
Responsibilities
- Provide medical and scientific support for AstraZeneca's renal marketed products, new indications, and compounds in development.
- Engage in scientific exchange with targeted Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), Key Decision Makers (KDMs), and Healthcare Professionals (HCPs) consistent with Medical Affairs and Therapeutic Brand Teams' objectives.
- Identify and engage key customers with scientific expertise and business knowledge of AstraZeneca's products and compounds in development.
- Develop peer-level relationships with KDMs, HCPs, and researchers aligned with Scientific and Medical Affairs strategy.
- Identify pre-clinical, clinical, and post-marketing study investigators in alignment with Clinical Development activities and Therapeutic Brand Teams' initiatives.
- Uncover barriers to optimal disease management and identify opportunities for improving patient outcomes.
- Provide actionable information that enhances the value and appropriate use of AstraZeneca’s products to internal stakeholders.
- Respond to customer inquiries with focused and balanced clinical and scientific information.
- Deliver appropriate clinical and scientific information that clinically differentiates AstraZeneca’s products.
- Follow internal standard processes and meet regulatory and compliance requirements.
- Maintain expertise in disease state management, emerging therapies, and the competitive landscape.
- Provide clinical support and deliver data presentations regionally and nationally.
- Lead and manage projects within the field medical team and therapeutic area.
- Offer training and mentoring in the therapeutic area, including performance guidelines and mentorship to others.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
