Junior Medical Science Liaison Lung Cancer – Toscana e Umbria (Maternity Leave Cover)

Are you ready to be the scientific face of AstraZeneca in lung cancer across Toscana and Umbria? Do you see yourself turning real-world insights into evidence that shapes trials, launches, and better outcomes for patients? In this field-based maternity cover role, you will connect cutting-edge oncology science with the clinicians who use it every day. Working closely with cross-functional colleagues, you will translate data into meaningful dialogue, identify evidence gaps, and help accelerate the impact of our pipeline in lung cancer. Your work will strengthen partnerships with external experts, inform strategic decisions, and bring our transformative medicines to the patients who need them most. 

Accountabilities

Scientific Exchange Leadership: Deliver high-quality, non-promotional scientific presentations and facilitate evidence-based discussions aligned to global and local Medical Affairs plans, raising understanding of our medicines and the science behind them.  

Evidence Gap Identification: Engage with external specialists to identify unmet medical needs and evidence gaps, channeling field insights to shape evidence generation and decision-making.  

External Expert Development: Build and maintain trusted relationships with Key External Experts, Health Care Professionals, and Clinical Investigators across Toscana and Umbria to catalyze collaboration and knowledge sharing.  

Trial Support: Partner with Medical Advisors/Medical Lead and Clinical Operations to support national and international clinical trials, including site identification, communication, and ongoing scientific engagement.  

Competitive Intelligence: Provide medical input that sharpens competitive insights and informs medical strategy, ensuring we act on the latest developments in lung cancer care.  

Launch Readiness and New TA Mapping: Contribute medical expertise to preparation and execution of product launches and exploration of new therapeutic areas, ensuring robust, compliant scientific engagement.  

Cross-Functional Partnership: Work in close alignment with internal teams to ensure compliant execution of Medical Affairs activities, turning field insights into actions that improve patient outcomes and business value.  

Essential Skills/Experience

• Scientific Degree, Master or Doctorate Degree in the relevant field of study  

• Fundamental knowledge of basic research, drug development, clinical environment 

• Detailed knowledge of the local regulatory requirements related to medical affairs activities  

• Ability to work in team and in alliance  

• Leadership capabilities and interpersonal skills  

• Project management experience  

• Understanding of written/spoken English  

• Domicile in the area  

Desirable Skills/Experience

• Qualified Doctor in the relevant Therapeutic Area  

• Previous experience as MSL or Medical Advisor or other activities within the Medical Department roles  

• Experience in oncology field ​

• Experience in mapping new TA(s) and product launch preparation and execution Communication skills, including communicating detailed technical, scientific, or medical information  

• Experience in clinical trials  

• Experience in product launch  

Why AstraZeneca

Join a dedicated oncology team where science moves quickly and collaboration drives outcomes. You will work alongside ambitious, supportive colleagues who bring diverse expertise into the same room to spark bold thinking—rapid decision-making, co-creation with peers, and a strong culture of learning are the norm. With a deep, innovative pipeline and frequent launches, you will have the platform to grow your skills while seeing your work influence the cancer care ecosystem. We value kindness alongside ambition and empower you to take initiative, share your voice, and directly connect your contribution to better experiences for patients.  

Call to Action

Step into this maternity cover opportunity and become the scientific voice advancing lung cancer care across Toscana and Umbria—move fast with us to turn evidence into impact!

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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.