Diagnostic Liaison

Job Title: Diagnostic Liaison – Oncology Pipeline

Location: Dublin, Field based

Competitive salary and bonus

Introduction to role

Are you ready to make a difference in the world of healthcare? At AstraZeneca, we take a forward-looking approach, viewing the world through a unique lens. We go above and beyond to find solutions that impact patients by harnessing science with technology and connecting the entire healthcare ecosystem. This is a place for strong communicators who are resilient and fast-paced, bringing new ideas to the table and making them a reality. Join us in this hybrid space where science meets business.

Accountabilities

As a Diagnostic Liaison, you will shape and execute diagnostics strategies within assigned therapeutic areas, translating high-level objectives into actionable plans. You will act as the scientific and operational expert in the field, forging trusted relationships with stakeholders and supporting diagnostics adoption, education, and process improvement within specific therapy areas.

What you'll do:

• Serve as a field-based diagnostic professional with scientific, diagnostics, and therapeutic area expertise.
• Build and maintain productive partnerships with therapy-specific stakeholders such as pathologists, laboratory medicine professionals, and clinical teams and act as a point of contact for external diagnostics partners.
• Gain insights through field engagement to aid in the development of local diagnostic strategies.
• Drive the implementation of diagnostics projects across the therapy area, ensuring timelines, budgets, and scientific standards are met.
• Collaborate closely with medical, regulatory affairs, and commercial teams to ensure diagnostics projects align with broader therapy objectives.
• Conduct site visits to understand workflows, referral patterns, and operational challenges.
• Implement tactical plans locally to support and educate on appropriate testing.
• Compile diagnostics data and monitor numbers.
• Share updates on new biomarkers and diagnostics platforms to prepare labs for adoption.
• Capture, document, and relay actionable insights and unmet needs from labs, HCPs, and the broader scientific community.
• Represent AstraZeneca Diagnostics as a trusted partner, upholding company values and scientific rigor.
• Ensure compliance with all local regulatory requirements and AstraZeneca policies.

Other responsibilities include responding to medical and scientific queries, discussing proposals for independent studies, and supporting the market access team in scientific communication when needed.

Essential Skills/Experience

• BSc/MSc/PhD in biomedical sciences or related field.
• Experience in Oncology is mandatory.
• Strategic thinking, analytics, and effective project management skills.
• Excellent collaboration, communication, and organizational skills in working with cross-functional teams.
• Scientific knowledge of molecular biology, genetics, immunology, and biochemistry.
• Strong operational and cross-functional track record.
• Understanding of local molecular diagnostic and clinical testing landscape, especially in oncology.
• Familiarity with biomarker discovery, validation, and application along with knowledge of current diagnostic technologies.
• Quick self-learner with the ability to work in a team and independently.
• Driving license and willingness to drive within Ireland.

Desirable Skills/Experience

• Additional knowledge including digital health, AI in diagnostics, and integration with electronic health records.
• Experience in pre-launch, peri-launch, and post-launch phases of a product as part of its life cycle management.

AstraZeneca offers an environment where you can thrive by working as one in our diverse and multifaceted setting. Our rich Oncology pipeline presents unparalleled prospects for launching medicines and contributing to our growth. We are adept at sharing ideas to capitalize on our diverse thoughts, experiences, backgrounds, and skills. Inspired by our people, patients, and pipeline, we work cross-functionally to harness our shared skills and ambitious spirit to turn ambitions into reality!

If you are ready to make an impact, apply now to join our team!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation

Date Posted

25-Sept-2025

Closing Date

08-Oct-2025

Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form.