Medical Science Liaison – Oncology

Are you an experienced MSL with expertise in oncology? Would you like to apply your experience to launch new medicines in a company that follows the science and turns ideas into life changing medicines? Then AstraZeneca might be the place for you!
About AstraZeneca
AstraZeneca is a global, science-led biopharmaceutical company. We are dedicated to transforming the future of healthcare by unlocking the power of what science can do for people, society and the planet. We work to the highest standards and lead the market with a stand-out pipeline within the industry. Our pipeline is always moving forward; we dare to fail and try again to learn and innovate.
What you’ll do
Join our oncology medical team and be part of fulfilling our ambition to be world leaders in oncology. We are already the fastest growing team within AstraZeneca and across the industry, and there are countless new indications and targets in our game-changing pipeline. We deliver this value through launch excellence, commercial effectiveness and maximising the lifecycle. By leveraging our commercialised portfolio we are confident we can change the practice of medicine and redefine cancer treatment.
We are currently looking for a Medical Science Liaison based in Sydney, to manage NSW, QLD and WA. You will provide actionable information to key clinicians that enhances the value and appropriate use of AstraZeneca's products to internal stakeholders; respond to customer inquiries to ensure focused and balanced clinical and scientific information that supports the appropriate use of AstraZeneca's products and services and develop appropriate clinical and scientific information that clinically differentiates AstraZeneca's products.
Essential for the role
Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline (ex: Medicine, Pharmacy or disease related science) and/or extensive experience within Medical (ie MSL, MM)
Experience in pharmaceutical industry, regulatory environment, clinical or preclinical research, and extensive knowledge of oncology disease area and treatment
Experience with basic research, drug discovery, drug development and KOL interactions
Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent project management skills
Excellent presentation skills
High level analytical and conceptual thinking
Strong leadership
Ability to travel
Completed Medicines Australia Code of Conduct training (up to date with Edition 19)
Desirable for the role
Master’s degree/PhD/PharmD in a scientific discipline or MD and extensive experience within Medical and previous team management experience; MBA
Experience in Breast Cancer with established KOL relationships
Knowledge of the latest technical and regulatory developments
Experience in product launch or strategy development and execution
Demonstrated expertise in drug information communication
Why AstraZeneca?
At AstraZeneca Australia and New Zealand, you’ll find inspiring and passionate colleagues who are encouraged to reach their full potential. Leaders live the company’s Purpose and Values and earn colleagues’ respect by doing the right thing. The speak-up culture will help you feel empowered and appreciated for your work. This is a place with life-long learning and opportunity at the core, which fosters rewarding and career-defining work. We believe that a healthy work environment leads to healthier levels of productivity. Committed to employee wellbeing, we ensure our employees enjoy various activities and programmes that promote health, well-being, motivation and job satisfaction. It’s all part of our constant mission to be a ‘Great Place to Work’.
So, what’s next?
Are you ready to bring new ideas and fresh thinking to the table? Brilliant! We have one seat available, and we hope it’s yours!
If you’re curious to know more or if there is anything we can do to make our recruitment process more comfortable or accessible for you, please reach out to Danielle Jones on
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Date Posted 09-Jan-2024
Closing Date 25-Jan-2024
AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.