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Medical Science Liaison - Haematology

Location Macquarie Park, New South Wales, Australia Job ID R-232582 Date posted 30/07/2025

Are you ready to make a difference in the world of oncology? As a Medical Science Liaison at AstraZeneca, you'll be at the forefront of medical affairs, using your scientific expertise to transform patient outcomes.

This is a permanent, full-time position based in either Melbourne or Sydney.

ABOUT ASTRAZENECA

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialisation of prescription medicines, primarily for the treatment of diseases in four therapy areas – Oncology; Cardiovascular, Renal and Metabolism (CVRM); Respiratory & Immunology (R&I); and Rare Disease.

Join our globally-renowned Oncology area, which is leading the rapid business growth of our enterprise and ever-evolving industry. It’s an exciting time to join as we work towards our big ambitions with entrepreneurial thinking and innovation. It’s up to us to find solutions and act fast to make them happen.

What You’ll Do

As a national Senior/Medical Science Liaison in our Haematology medical team, you will play a key role in bridging scientific knowledge and clinical practice. You will focus on delivering high-quality, evidence-based and actionable information to key clinicians and internal stakeholders to support the appropriate use of AstraZeneca’s products and services and develop appropriate clinical and scientific information that clinically differentiates AstraZeneca's products.

In this pivotal field-based role, you'll play a crucial part in advancing our mission by supporting marketed therapies and pipeline assets through high-quality scientific exchange and strategic insight gathering.

Responsibilities

  • Lead scientific exchange for all relevant clinical data with key external stakeholders.

  • Communicate effectively with both external and internal stakeholders.

  • Integrate scientific understanding with strategic business acumen.

  • develop appropriate clinical and scientific information that clinically differentiates AstraZeneca's products

  • Build strong professional partnerships with key external stakeholders.

  • Pursue continuous professional development to stay abreast of scientific and medical advances.

  • Demonstrate excellence in time management, strategic planning, and field execution.

Essential Skills/Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline (ex: Medicine, Pharmacy or disease related science)

  • Experience as a MSL or Senior MSL from the pharmaceutical industry

  • Excellent project management skills and presentation skills

  • Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills 

  • High level analytical and conceptual thinking

Desirable Skills/Experience

  • Advanced degree eg Master’s degree/PhD/PharmD/MBA in a scientific discipline

  • Extensive knowledge of haematology disease area and treatment

  • Established relationships with relevant haematology KOL’s

  • Knowledge of the latest technical and regulatory developments

  • Experience in product launch or strategy development and execution

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

We are proud to work on the cutting-edge of science with one of the broadest and deepest Oncology pipelines in the industry. Our collaborative culture fosters innovation and empowers individuals to make a significant impact on patients' lives. By joining our team, you'll have the opportunity to leverage your scientific expertise to advance our pipeline and redefine cancer treatment. We believe that helping patients starts with helping people, and we cultivate a positive environment where everyone is supported to grow their career.

So, what’s next!

  • Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you.

  • Are you ready to bring new ideas and fresh thinking to the table? Brilliant! We have one seat available and we hope it’s yours.

Where can I find out more?

Follow AstraZeneca on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/1603/

Visit our website: https://careers.alexion.com/

AstraZeneca in Australia has been formally recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) and as a Silver Tier Employer within the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI). Visit our ANZ Careers Page - www.astrazeneca.com.au/careers.html  to learn more about our commitment to fostering a flexible, diverse, and inclusive environment.

We recognise that any recruitment process may present challenges, if there is anything we can do to make our recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know via this Form.”

Date Posted

31-July-2025

Closing Date

13-Aug-2025

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.

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