Medical Science Liaison -Rare Disease

Key Areas of Responsibility:
Build, enhance and maintain the engagement with CVRM scientific leaders (KEEs)
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70% of time for field activities where 60% will be actually in the field engaging HCPs and external stakeholders across territory and brands (10% for preparation of visits and calls with KEEs for appointments)
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2 times per week in the office to follow field activities with the medical head and establish the plan for KEEs visits .
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Proactively identify HCPs with high levels of scientific expertise in local treatment practice to collaborate on specific medico marketing activities
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Development and implementation of KEE engagement plan in collaboration with MSL/Medical/Line Manager and TA lead. Review with MSL/Medical/Line Manager this plan every quarter, develop KEE visits plan - this includes pre-call visit/engagement plan with clear objectives of visit, key points discussion for the visit, data to be shared and discussed with the KEE for each KEE in the list.
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Develop own scientific knowledge for discussion on all aspects of the data to be shared with KEE in a scientific, objective and balanced way through 1:1 discussion. Prepare for such interactions with peer group discussions. Respond to unsolicited requests for information about unapproved AZ products or unapproved uses of approved products, presenting such information in an objective, scientifically balanced, substantiated manner. Develop database of Key opinion leaders and also provide recommendations for advisory board participation
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To proactively provide scientific updates and information to KEEs and identify the relevance of the data to the scientific community.
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Jointly develop the market/local EE engagement plan with other MSLs, identify and segment KEEs according to their scientific interest and related affiliations and build the EE network pre- and post-launch
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Participate on a cross functional way to the brand team of the TA
Build and maintain trust-based relationships with CVRM external stakeholders Develop or initiate scientific programs to explore unmet medical needs in priority disease area(s)

Build AZ relationship with key external stakeholders (e.g. patient advocacy groups, key medical organisations, hospital pharmacy). Find opportunities to collaborate with such external stakeholders. Provide scientific support in CME events and through appropriate medical sponsorships/partnership.
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Act as scientific expert in the disease area(s) by presenting therapeutic updates to external stakeholders
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Assisting with the facilitation of local research projects
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Work with HCPs in scientific activities that help advance disease understanding
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Identify and recommend KEEs for Advisory Boards.
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Identify potential speakers and train speakers as appropriate.
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Interact in the field with the medical community in the context of various medical projects, such as clinical trials, , ESRs, scientific exchange meetings
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Discuss potential involvement in Local Medical Research such as ESR and RWEs
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Respond to unsolicited off label questions from KEEs.
Act as scientific expert in priority CVRM area(s) for internal stakeholders

Continuously acquire and update necessary scientific knowledge on therapeutic area and relevant compounds.
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Provide the AZ internal stakeholders with an understanding of the local medical community, clinical practice, trends and real or perceived gaps in current scientific knowledge and medical treatment, competitor information
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Provide regular update on partnerships with HCPs, as speakers, or in the context of medical projects
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Initiate and conduct appropriate AZ staff training & development on information regarding current and emerging clinical data and emerging trends in clinical medicine and practice within TA
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Sharing KEEs’ insights to the brand team meetings and provide input for the development of company’s
Medical and Brand plans
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To work with internal cross functional team on formulary listing.
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Provide scientific support at AZ sponsored educational events
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Gather, monitor and share competitor knowledge that may affect company strategies
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Planning and executing regional medical activities during the product launch processes.
Continuously demonstrate development of scientific expertise in CVRM disease area(s) of company focus
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Attend relevant scientific congresses and HCP meetings to gather new knowledge on AZ compounds, competitor information and therapeutic area
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Positive engagement and response to coaching and feedback received from MSL manager and TA lead.
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In daily work takes time to reflect on customer interactions and works on areas agreed with MSL manager as priorities for development. Develop functional capability in the role
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Proactively demonstrate the AZ Values
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Identify areas for self-development and discuss developmental needs with line manager using the
70-20- 10 principle (experiential learning, coaching/networking/relationship-based learning and class room training)Active participation in AZ training, projects, and meetings depending on development needs
Compliance with relevant company and industry code of Conduct and also to comply with local country codes
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Keep regular update and operate within the relevant Codes of Conduct, Ethical Interactions (EI), including GPEI and SOPs, AZ Global MSL Guide
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Be sure to understand AZ policies when engage to KEEs and external stakeholders
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Assignment of MSL required job role over SABA Cloud
Minimum Criteria and Competencies
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In Case of External: •minimum 2 to 3 years of experience in a similar role in Medical Affairs
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Rare Disease experience is a huge asset.
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In case of Internal: minimum 18 months of experience within AstraZeneca
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Successful achievement records for last years
•Advanced scientific degree or in a life science, with clinical knowledge of assigned therapeutic area.
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Ability to interact and manage a range of stakeholders both internally and externally
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Driving License
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Medical aspiration in the IDP is suitable
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knowledge of presentation, negotiation and leadership techniques;
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Skill in interpersonal network relationship with internal and external customers;
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Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills;
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Availability for business trips.
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English fluency.
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No disciplinary actions or misconduct report during last 1 year.
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Date Posted

14-Jul-2026

Closing Date

21-Jul-2026

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