Advanced scientific degree (Pharm D, MD/DO, PhD, PA, or NP) in a relevant health science or clinical discipline required.
2+ years of MSL or relevant therapeutic area experience.
Demonstrated expertise in discussing scientific content with diverse audiences.
Strong understanding of clinical study design and protocols.
Basic knowledge of the healthcare system, clinical trial methodology, and regulatory environment.
Excellent project management skills.
Ability to travel 40-60% domestically.
Responsibilities
Act as the local medical leader to develop tailored strategies for AZ USMA priorities.
Build strong relationships across various external business settings, including academia and hospitals.
Lead scientific exchanges with oncologists and multidisciplinary team members.
Facilitate peer-to-peer scientific and medical interactions.
Gather insights on the treatment landscape and barriers to optimal patient care.
Discuss data and educational gaps with KOLs to inform R&D strategies.
Stay updated with scientific knowledge and attend relevant meetings and conferences.
Benefits
401(k) retirement plan with contributions.
Paid vacation and holidays.
Paid leaves.
Health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Short-term incentive bonus opportunity.
Eligibility for equity-based long-term incentive program.
Full Job Description
We are seeking a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) or Senior MSL to join us our Breast Oncology team! This role serves as the local medical voice of AZ in the disease area of interest and builds a local medical strategy to improve patient care and outcomes in their territory. The MSL is an established field-based professional with extensive scientific, clinical, and therapeutic area expertise responsible for providing medical and scientific support for AstraZeneca's oncology marketed products, new indications for current products, and compounds in development.
What you'll do
Act as the local medical leader responsible for developing a tailored strategy to meet the AZ USMA priorities in the disease area, as well as the local specificities and patient needs.
Develop strong working relationships in different external business settings (e.g. academia, hospitals, managed markets, private practices)
Lead scientific exchanges with oncologists and key members of the MDT.
Lead peer to peer scientific/medical interactions
Gather insights on the treatment landscape, evolving healthcare environment and practice, barrier to optimal treatment and patient care or opportunities to improve outcomes of patients with cancer
Discuss with KOLs data and educational gaps to ensure adequate use of our medicines and to inform our R&D strategy to address patient needs
Stay current with scientific knowledge and attend relevant scientific meetings and conferences.
Collaborate with Clin ops on trials from feasibility to execution
Minimum Qualifications
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 in small group dialogues Ability to navigate within a matrixial environment
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 domestic)
Preferred Qualifications
Doctorate strongly preferred in a health science or clinical discipline
THIS TERRITORY COVERS NORTHERN NY, NJ & CT
The annual base salary for this position ranges from $174,455-$261,682. However, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles) or to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles). Benefits offered included a qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and, health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
Date Posted 08-Oct-2026
Closing Date 21-Oct-2026
About AstraZeneca
AstraZeneca is a British-Swedish multinational pharmaceutical company that specializes in the research, development, and manufacturing of prescription drugs. The company was formed in 1999 through the merger of Astra AB and Zeneca Group plc. AstraZeneca's products are used to treat a wide range of medical conditions, including cancer, cardiovascular disease, respiratory disease, and diabetes. The company has operations in over 100 countries and employs more than 76,000 people worldwide. AstraZeneca is committed to developing innovative medicines that improve the health and well-being of people around the world.
