Medical Science Liaison - Oncology

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Medical Science Liaison – Oncology Location: Bulgaria At AstraZeneca, we put patients first and strive to develop and deliver innovative, life-changing medicines and solutions for patients. Working here means being entrepreneurial, thinking big, and working together to make the impossible a reality. If you are swift to act, confident in leading, willing to collaborate, and curious about what science can do, then you’re our kind of person. Deliver the value and potential of our game-changing pipeline Be part of fulfilling our ambition to be world leaders in Oncology. We are already one of the fastest-growing teams within AstraZeneca and across the industry, and there are countless new indications and targets in our game-changing pipeline. We deliver this value through launch excellence, commercial effectiveness, and maximizing the product lifecycle. By leveraging our commercialized portfolio, we are confident we can change the practice of medicine and redefine cancer treatment. What you’ll do • Act as a customer-facing scientific medical liaison expert, engaging with healthcare professionals to exchange scientific and clinical research data on our products within the relevant therapeutic area(s) (60% of working time). • Perform tasks related to medical management, including sharing knowledge with the cross-functional team and staying informed about the therapeutic area, product knowledge, and the competitive landscape (40% of working time). • Regularly meet with Key Opinion Leaders and influential groups to develop partnerships, share data, and seek and secure support, including for publications. • Engage with healthcare professionals in scientific exchange regarding clinical and scientific data related to our products, in accordance with local regulations. • Collaborate with internal and external experts on the development of publications as a moderator and/or co-author. • Facilitate continuing medical education for healthcare professionals. • Undertake activities that contribute to the implementation of the Risk Reduction Plan. • Regularly meet with the cross-functional team for formal training, debriefing, and alignment on goals. • Attend scientific conferences and serve as a source of information for healthcare professionals. • Provide the company with insights into the local medical community, trends in clinical practice, and actual or anticipated gaps in current science and medical treatment. • Support preparatory activities for new therapeutic areas, products, and departmental expansion. • Conduct training, including induction training, in therapeutic and product areas for Medical Representatives. • Monitor competitor activities and discuss research projects with external experts. • Participate in the development and implementation of local and regional studies. • Assist with various aspects of clinical trials upon request, including scientific support, site selection, and operational issues. • Respond to requests for medical information and deliver training to company staff on diseases and products. • Maintain high ethical standards and adhere to the company’s Code of Ethics and the Pharma Code. • Ensure compliance with all relevant policies, standards, and regulations. Essential for the role • University degree in Medicine, Pharmacy, Life Sciences, or another relevant scientific discipline. • At least 2 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, ideally in Medical Affairs, a field medical role, or another scientific customer-facing role. • Experience in Oncology would be considered an advantage. • Ability to interpret and communicate complex scientific and clinical information clearly and credibly to healthcare professionals and internal stakeholders. • Strong communication, presentation

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