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-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $149,535 - $240,594 per yearWebsite

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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 delivering actionable scientific information. Possesses advanced clinical/science qualifications and a thorough understanding of the healthcare system and regulatory environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Advanced Clinical/Science Degree3 Years Experience in Clinical or Commercial SettingMedical Science Liaison ExperienceExcellent Oral and Written CommunicationStrong Leadership Capabilities

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Hard Skills

Clinical SupportScientific ExchangeProject ManagementQuality Improvement InitiativesDisease-State ManagementRegulatory KnowledgeClinical ResearchData PresentationCustomer EngagementTherapeutic Area Expertise

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsMentoringRelationship BuildingCommunication Skills

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical IndustryHealthcare System LandscapeKey Opinion LeadersKey Decision MakersEmerging TherapiesPatient OutcomesClinical ExperienceScientific ContentCompliance RequirementsField Medical Projects

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 Key Opinion Leaders, Key Decision Makers, and Healthcare Professionals
Identify and engage key customers, researchers, and study investigators
Develop peer-level relationships aligned with Scientific and Medical Affairs strategies
Uncover barriers to optimal disease management and identify opportunities to improve patient outcomes
Provide actionable scientific information to internal stakeholders
Respond to customer inquiries with focused and balanced clinical and scientific information
Deliver clinical and scientific information differentiating AstraZeneca products
Follow internal processes and regulatory and compliance requirements
Maintain expertise in disease-state management, emerging therapies, and the competitive landscape
Provide clinical support and deliver regional and national data presentations
Lead and manage field medical and therapeutic-area projects
Train and mentor others in the therapeutic area

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
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%
Established experience delivering quality improvement initiatives
2+ years’ experience as a Medical Science Liaison in the pharmaceutical industry (desirable)
Established track record of basic or clinical research (desirable)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Short-term incentive bonuses
Equity-based awards for salaried roles
Qualified retirement programs
Paid time off (vacation, holiday, and leaves)
Health coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Accommodation support for disabilities or special needs