(Sr.) Medical Science Liaison

Job Description

Field-based position responsible for developing and enhancing professional relationships with healthcare professionals. Provides scientific, technical and pharmaco-economic information to customers. May also deliver medical education an clinical support to nurses and other medical professionals.

• Supports sales staff in the field by providing in-depth information on drugs and therapies when required.
• Organises and carries out seminars and information sessions for healthcare professionals and other customers or potential customers.
• Manages the process of responding to queries from sales representatives regarding scientific, technical and pharmaco-economic information.
• Responds to more complex queries escalated by junior colleagues. Advises and supports junior colleagues developing information documents for sales staff, and ensures documents are compliant with internal and local standards.
• Acts as a technical owner for all or part of a drug or brand within Field Medical Liaisons, developing a deep understanding of all relevant sales and marketing information.
• Keeps own knowledge of best practices and recent developments up to date.
• Liaises with compliance team to build and improve processes within the department.
• Identifies opportunities to improve methodology and provide practical solutions to Medical Affairs, and may work with a team to implement these improvements and solutions.
• Delivers on tasks agreed and presents results effectively.

Essential

• University education in pharmacy related field
• Good command in English
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively within cross-functional team
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skill
• Detail-orientated, self-starter, and organized person

Desirable

• Over 2 years of experience in clinical, scientific research, and in pharmaceutical industry
• Master’s degree is preferred
• Understanding of therapeutic area related to AZ’s products
• Knowledge of industry and regulatory compliance guidelines