AstraZeneca

Medical Science Liaison (Respiratory)

AstraZeneca$149K — $224K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 0-1 years' experience as a Medical Science Liaison in the pharmaceutical industry.
  • Advanced Clinical/Science Degree required (e.g., MD, PharmD, PhD, MSN, NP, PA, etc.).
  • Knowledge of Health Systems and market dynamics.
  • Demonstrated expertise in discussing scientific content with diverse audiences.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Develop relationships with medical professionals to enhance patient care for Severe Uncontrolled Asthma.
  • Partner with internal stakeholders across Medical, Sales, and Marketing teams.
  • Identify study investigators aligned with Medical Affairs objectives.
  • Respond to customer inquiries with clinical and scientific information about AstraZeneca's products.
  • Engage in scientific exchange with Healthcare Professionals and Quality Assurance Managers.

Benefits

  • Qualified retirement programs
  • Paid time off including vacation and holidays
  • Health, dental, and vision coverage
  • Short-term incentive bonuses and equity-based awards
  • Sales commission opportunities for applicable roles.
Full Job Description
This role is for a field-based professional with scientific, clinical and therapeutic expertise. The Respiratory Medical Science Liaison is responsible for providing medical and scientific support for AstraZeneca's marketed products, focused on Respiratory Biologic, new indications and compounds in development.

This position will cover Colorado, Nebraska, and South Dakota, but is based in: Colorado (focused in Denver).

This is done by:
  • Developing relationships and engaging in scientific exchange with medical and scientific partners, including Healthcare Professionals, Quality Assurance Managers, and Population Health Experts to improve medical care for patients with Severe Uncontrolled Asthma. Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps and other epithelial-driven disease states.
  • Partnering with key internal stakeholders including Medical, Sales, and Marketing.
  • Identifying pre-clinical, clinical and post-marketing study investigators in alignment with Medical Affairs objectives; and provide impactful information that enhances the value and proper use of AZ products to internal partners.
  • Responding to customer inquiries to provide focused and balanced clinical and scientific information that supports the appropriate use of or clinically differentiates AstraZeneca's products and services.


Essential for the role:
  • 0-1 years' experience as a Medical Science Liaison in the pharmaceutical industry
  • Advanced Clinical/Science Degree required (e.g., MD, PharmD, PhD, MSN, NP, PA, etc.). BSN with extensive clinical experience may be considered.
  • Knowledge of Health Systems, customer segments and market dynamics
  • Demonstrated expertise in discussing scientific content and context to multiple audiences
  • Experience initiating Transforming Care within Health Systems
  • Excellent project management ability
  • Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
  • Thorough knowledge of regulatory environment
  • Experience in the pharmaceutical industry
  • Strong leadership capabilities
  • Must reside in territory
  • Ability to travel (50-70%) - percentage varies with geography


Desirable for the role:
  • 2+ years' experience as a Medical Science Liaison in the pharmaceutical industry
  • Respiratory experience in pharmaceutical industry or clinical practice
  • Established track record of basic or clinical research
  • Proven expertise in the drug discovery and drug development process
  • Previous experience working within Health Systems or Integrated Delivery Networks


The annual base pay for this position ranges from 149,535.20 - 224,302.80USD Annual. Our positions offer eligibility for various incentives-an opportunity to receive short-term incentive bonuses, equity-based awards for salaried roles and commissions for sales roles. Benefits offered include qualified retirement programs, paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves), as well as health, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.

Date Posted
21-Jul-2026

Closing Date
31-Jul-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.
Learn more about AstraZeneca
Size
83,100 employees
Market Cap
$211.5 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1999
5 Year Trend
+10.2%
Revenue
$26.6 billion
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