Medical Science Liaison(Respiratory) - Pacific Northwest

At AstraZeneca, we turn ideas into life-changing medicines. Working here means being entrepreneurial, thinking big, and collaborating to make the impossible a reality. We focus on the power of science to address unmet patient needs worldwide. We commit to areas where we can   truly change   the course of medicine and bring ambitious   new ideas   to life.   As a   Respiratory   Medical Science Liaison (MSL)   on the COPD team ,   you’ll   play a pivotal role in channeling our scientific   expertise   to positively   impact   patient care.   About the   BioPharmaceuticals   Business Unit (BBU)   The BBU develops and drives therapeutic   area   and product strategies that address unmet patient needs globally. We integrate commercial, market access, medical, digital, and corporate functions to drive scientific innovation and commercial excellence in respiratory, cardiovascular, renal, and diabetes disease areas.   Why This Role Matters   As   a   Respiratory   MSL   on the COPD team,   you will be part of AstraZeneca’s mission to transform clinical practice through science and technology.   You’ll   partner with healthcare professionals to reduce   exacerbations , disease complications, hospital admissions, and premature death. Through innovation, leadership, and sustainability, we put patients first.   What   You’ll   Do   In this field-based role covering  Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Alaska,   Utah   and Nevada ,   you will:   • Engage and build relationships:  Develop and   maintain   strong connections with   pulmonologists, hospitalists, primary care   providers   and key opinion leaders (KOLs) in   pulmonary disease management.   • Scientific exchange and insights:  Collect, analyze, and share evidence-based insights while   leveraging   territory relationships to accelerate knowledge transfer and influence clinical practice   • Pulmonary experience :  Apply prior experience or meaningful exposure to   pulmonary disease   in field activities and translate complex scientific data into clear, clinician-ready insights   • Education and collaboration:  Support clinician education, deliver presentations, and   provide   clinical guidance at regional and national meetings   • Patient-focused impact:   Identify   opportunities to improve patient outcomes and   provide   actionable insights to internal teams   • Regulatory and product knowledge:  Respond to inquiries with clear, balanced scientific information while ensuring compliance with regulatory and company standards   • Continuous learning:  Stay current on disease state management, emerging therapies, and the competitive landscape   Development Opportunities   • Structured onboarding and continuous learning programs   • Exposure to clinical development activities and therapeutic brand strategies   • Opportunities to lead projects within the medical team and develop leadership skills over time   Minimum   Requirements   • Advanced degree in a clinical or scientific field (MD, PharmD, PhD, NP, PA)   • 1–2 years of clinical experience   or   pharmaceutical experience with exposure to   respiratory   disease areas, including KOL engagement, scientific exchange, and territory-based field activities   • Understanding of healthcare delivery systems, payer structures, and treatment pathways   • Clinical experience in the relevant therapeutic area and ability to build professional relationships   • Strong communication   skills to convey complex scientific information clearly   • Demonstrated ability to lead projects and influence cross-functional teams   • Knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirements related to medical affairs   • Ability to travel 50–70% (varies by geography), including weekends and overnights   Desirable Requirements   • P revious