Medical Science Liaison, Renal

AstraZeneca

. Provide medical and scientific support for AstraZeneca's renal marketed products, new indications, and compounds in development .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeRaleigh • North Carolina • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in medical and scientific support for renal products, with a strong focus on engaging healthcare professionals and key decision makers. Proven ability to lead projects, mentor others, and navigate the regulatory environment while improving patient outcomes.

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Advanced Clinical/Science DegreeMedical Science Liaison ExperienceProject Management AbilityLeadership CapabilitiesRegulatory Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Clinical ResearchScientific ExchangeData PresentationDisease-State ManagementQuality Improvement Initiatives

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsRelationship Building

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical IndustryHealthcare System LandscapeTherapeutic Area FocusKey Opinion LeadersKey Decision Makers

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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, Key Decision Makers, and Healthcare Professionals
Identify and engage key customers using scientific expertise and business knowledge
Develop peer-level relationships with Key Decision Makers, Healthcare Professionals, and researchers
Identify pre-clinical, clinical, and post-marketing study investigators
Uncover barriers to optimal disease management and identify opportunities to improve patient outcomes
Provide actionable information to internal stakeholders and respond to customer inquiries
Deliver balanced clinical and scientific information supporting appropriate product and service use
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
Train and mentor others in the therapeutic area
Follow internal standard processes and meet regulatory and compliance requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

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; MSL experience is preferred
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% (percentage varies with geography)
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

Benefits

Comp & perks

Inclusive environment with equal employment opportunities
Disability and special-needs accommodation during the application process