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Medical Science Liaison, GI
AstraZeneca. Act as a scientific expert in gastrointestinal cancer, spending 70–80% of time in the field .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in gastrointestinal cancer and medical affairs, with strong capabilities in developing and executing field engagement plans, collaborating across functions, and providing scientific training. Proficient in regulatory compliance and skilled in communicating complex medical information effectively.
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Oncology KnowledgeField Medical Affairs ExecutionClinical Research ExperienceRegulatory Compliance KnowledgeStrong Communication Skills
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Hard Skills
Medical Product Strategy DevelopmentReal-World Evidence Data GenerationScientific Data AnalysisMedical Training and EducationClinical Research Support
Soft Skills
Team CollaborationIndependent WorkPresentation SkillsRelationship BuildingCommunication Skills
Certifications & Qualifications
University Degree in Health-Related Scientific Field
Industry Keywords
Gastrointestinal CancerMedical AffairsPharmaceutical IndustrySwiss Regulatory RequirementsPharmacodex Compliance
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Act as a scientific expert in gastrointestinal cancer, spending 70–80% of time in the field
- Engage in high-level scientific exchange and build and maintain peer-to-peer relationships with external experts
- Understand and uncover unmet medical needs and generate relevant insights
- Work in a cross-functional brand team as a medical-scientific expert
- Help develop and implement medical product strategy within the brand plan
- Develop Field Engagement Plans and cross-functional Account Management Plans
- Collaborate with Regulatory, Market Access, Marketing, and other functions on field-related medical issues
- Support oncology compounds throughout their lifecycle
- Support local, regional, and global clinical research programs and externally sponsored research projects
- Create real-world evidence data-generation projects with the brand team
- Provide medical-scientific input on sales promotion and other activities and materials
- Set up and provide medical-scientific training and further education for sales force and other AstraZeneca personnel
- Organize and execute scientific events, symposia, and educational initiatives for healthcare professionals
- Organize and participate in regional advisory board meetings
- Maintain therapeutic-area expertise through continuous education and participation in congresses and AstraZeneca events
- Support the Medical Governance Team in handling external medical and scientific requests
- Ensure compliance with local regulatory requirements and AstraZeneca policies and guidelines
Requirements
What you’ll need- University degree in a health-related scientific field, such as an MD or PhD
- Good understanding of field medical affairs plan execution
- Previous oncology knowledge is a strong plus
- Professional pharmaceutical industry experience, preferably as an MSL or in Medical Affairs
- Clinical research experience is a plus
- Thorough knowledge of Swiss regulatory and market access requirements related to medical affairs
- Comprehensive knowledge of the legal and ethical framework and procedural guidelines applying to promotion and approval of medicinal products in Switzerland, including Pharmacodex and Compliance
- Ability and willingness to work both in a team and independently
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Very good spoken and written French and English
- Good written and spoken German is a plus
- High scientific knowledge and ability to analyze and process clinical and scientific data
- Experience liaising with healthcare professionals
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including communicating complex technical, scientific, or medical information to broad audiences
- Driving license and willingness to drive throughout Switzerland
Benefits
Comp & perks- Company car
- Attractive compensation package
- Flexible benefits offering where possible
- Personal and professional growth support
- Continuous learning opportunities
- Inclusive and diverse workplace culture
- Collaboration and international work environment