Demonstrates expertise in oncology and clinical study design, with a strong ability to communicate scientific content effectively to diverse audiences. Proven track record in developing strategies to enhance patient outcomes and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams in a healthcare setting.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Advanced Scientific DegreeMSL ExperienceClinical Study DesignProject ManagementOncology Expertise

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as the local medical leader responsible for developing a tailored strategy to meet AZ USMA priorities and local patient needs
Develop strong working relationships with academia, hospitals, managed markets, and private practices
Lead scientific exchanges with oncologists and key members of the multidisciplinary team
Lead peer-to-peer scientific and medical interactions
Gather insights on the treatment landscape, evolving healthcare environment, barriers to optimal treatment and patient care, and opportunities to improve cancer patient outcomes
Discuss data and educational gaps with key opinion leaders to support appropriate medicine use and inform R&D strategy
Stay current with scientific knowledge and attend relevant scientific meetings and conferences
Collaborate with Clinical Operations on trials from feasibility through execution
Serve as AstraZeneca’s local medical voice in breast oncology across Illinois, Wisconsin, and Indiana

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced scientific degree required (i.e. Pharm D, MD/DO, PhD, PA or NP) in a relevant health science or clinical discipline
Ability to express ideas clearly in written documentation, one-on-one conversations, and small group dialogues
Ability to navigate within a matrixial environment
2+ years of MSL experience or relevant therapeutic area experience
Demonstrated expertise in discussing scientific content and context to multiple audiences
Strong understanding of clinical study design and protocols
Basic understanding of the healthcare system, clinical trial methodology, statistics, and regulatory environment
Excellent project management ability
Ability to travel 40–60% by car, train, and plane domestically
Doctorate strongly preferred in a health science or clinical discipline

Benefits

Comp & perks

Short-term incentive bonus opportunity
Eligibility to participate in an equity-based long-term incentive program
Qualified retirement program (401(k) plan)
Paid vacation and holidays
Paid leaves
Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage
Disability accommodation support

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Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills

Clinical Trial MethodologyRegulatory EnvironmentStatisticsScientific Content DiscussionHealthcare System Understanding

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationRelationship BuildingMatrix NavigationInsight GatheringPeer-to-Peer Interaction

Industry Keywords

OncologyPatient CareHealthcare EnvironmentScientific MeetingsMultidisciplinary Team