Senior Medical Scientific Liaison, R&I

Senior Medical Scientific Liaison, R&I (to start January 2026) AstraZeneca Taguig, National Capital Region, Philippines At AstraZeneca, we turn ideas into life changing medicines. Working here means being entrepreneurial, thinking big and working together to make the impossible a reality. As a Medical Science Liaison you will support post‑approval products and advocate for evidence‑based product differentiation and medical practice changes. Job Accountabilities Therapeutic & Product Expertise: Act as in‑house thought leader for assigned drugs or therapeutic indications, translating complex clinical data into actionable insights. Develop and maintain deep familiarity with treatment guidelines, pipeline therapies, and competitive landscape. KOL & Stakeholder Engagement: Identify, segment and cultivate relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), academic experts, and specialty societies to co‑create scientific exchange, advisory boards, and investigator‑initiated studies and build advocacy among target KOLs. Partner with cross‑functional teams (Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, Commercial) to align on stakeholder engagement plans that address both scientific and strategic imperatives. Insights Generation & Medical Intelligence: Systematically collect and analyze field insights—clinical practice trends, unmet needs, regulatory developments—and deliver tailored reports and recommendations to inform evidence‑generation strategies. Contribute to design and execution of local observational studies, post‑marketing surveillance, or real‑world evidence projects. Scientific Education & Training: Define, develop and deliver comprehensive medical training programs on products, disease biology, and emerging science for internal stakeholders (Sales, Marketing) and external healthcare professionals. Design educational materials (slide decks, e‑modules, white papers) that adhere to medical and legal standards. Medical Strategy & Policy Implementation: Contribute to the establishment and continuous improvement of Medical Affairs policies, SOPs, and standard field‑engagement procedures. Translate global medical strategy into localized tactics, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and ethical guidelines. Cross‑Functional Collaboration & Leadership: Serve as a mentor and subject‑matter resource for junior MSLs and colleagues, fostering a culture of scientific rigor and professional development. Represent Medical Affairs on project teams—launch preparation, evidence generation, market access—to ensure scientific integrity and patient‑centric approaches. Professional Development & Compliance: Maintain continuous professional growth by attending scientific conferences, reviewing peer‑reviewed literature, and participating in external training. Ensure all field interactions and data handling comply with industry codes, company policies, and local regulations. Requirements Pharmaceutical experience (required): Substantial experience in the pharmaceutical industry within Medical Affairs or field medical roles; proven track record as an MSL or equivalent, with senior‑level responsibilities. Minimum qualification: Bachelor’s degree in a life science or related field; an advanced scientific degree (PharmD, PhD, MD) is desirable. Therapeutic/scientific expertise: Strong understanding of assigned therapy area(s) and the ability to interpret and communicate clinical data at depth. Stakeholder engagement: Ability to interact effectively with a range of internal and external stakeholders, including HCPs, external experts, and cross‑functional partners; skilled at navigating complex scientific and strategic discussions. Regulatory understanding: Working knowledge of legislation and codes relevant to pharmaceutical scientific exchange and non‑promotional engagement; consistent adherence to governance requirements. Desirable: Experience delivering advanced scientific training, supporting evidence generation projects (e.g., RWE, IIS), working within SOP‑driven environments, and mentoring or coaching peers. Why AstraZeneca? AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, harnessing industry‑leading skills. The company promotes an inclusive culture, lifelong learning, growth and development for all. If you want to make a difference in medicine, patients and society, apply now to join our team. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non‑discrimination in employment and work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements. #J-18808-Ljbffr