Description
At AstraZeneca, we put patients first and strive to meet their unmet needs worldwide. As a Medical Science Liaison (Respiratory) in Columbia, SC, you will be part of a field-based team with scientific, clinical, and therapeutic expertise. Your primary responsibility will be to provide medical and scientific support for AstraZeneca's marketed products, focused on Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), with new indications and compounds in development.
Your key tasks will include: 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 COPD. 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.
This position is based in Columbia, SC, covering South Carolina and Northwest North Carolina. You will be required to live within 30 miles of the territory core.
Essential requirements include: 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%).
Desirable requirements include: 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.