Breast Medical Science Liaison/Sr Medical Science Liaison

AstraZeneca

. Act as the local medical leader developing a tailored strategy aligned with AZ USMA priorities, local specificities and patient needs .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in oncology and clinical study design, with a strong ability to communicate scientific content effectively across diverse audiences. Proven experience in developing strategies that align with healthcare priorities and improving patient outcomes in Breast Oncology.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Advanced Scientific Degree2+ Years MSL ExperienceClinical Study Design ExpertiseProject Management AbilityOncology Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Clinical Trial MethodologyStatistical AnalysisRegulatory KnowledgeScientific Content DiscussionData Analysis

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationRelationship BuildingMatrix NavigationInsight GatheringTeam Collaboration

Industry Keywords

Breast OncologyHealthcare EnvironmentPatient OutcomesKey Opinion LeadersScientific Meetings

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as the local medical leader developing a tailored strategy aligned with AZ USMA priorities, local specificities and patient needs
Develop working relationships across academia, hospitals, managed markets and private practices
Lead scientific exchanges with oncologists and key members of multidisciplinary teams
Lead peer-to-peer scientific and medical interactions
Gather insights on the treatment landscape, healthcare environment, practice barriers 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
Maintain current 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 for Breast Oncology across Texas and New Mexico
Provide medical and scientific support for oncology marketed products, new indications and compounds in development

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced scientific degree required (PharmD, 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 with 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 domestic plane
Doctorate strongly preferred in a health science or clinical discipline

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance-aligned rewards designed to stimulate commercial growth, scientific advancement, collaboration and personal development
Flexible benefits offering, where possible, allowing employees to choose benefits that work for them
Holistic rewards recognizing contributions and unique insights
Sustainable reward practices
Inclusive and diverse work environment
Disability or special-needs accommodation available through the application process