Medical Science Liaison, Southeast, USMA Neurology, GA, AL, MS, LA, and FL panhandle
Medical Science Liaison, Southeast, USMA Neurology, GA, AL, MS, LA, and FL panhandle
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Job Title: Medical Science Liaison Southeast USMA Neurology GA AL MS LA and FL Panhandle
Introduction to role:
Are you ready to make a difference in the world of rare diseases As a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) at Alexion AstraZeneca Rare Disease youll be at the forefront of scientific innovation driving medical and scientific objectives across the product lifecycle. This fieldbased role requires you to be a peer scientific expert engaging with Healthcare Practitioners (HCPs) and Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) within your geographic area. Youll build professional relationships identify collaboration opportunities and communicate accurate scientific information. With strong business insight and clinical expertise youll serve as a liaison both internally and externally overcoming barriers and innovating to achieve medical goals.
Accountabilities:
What youll do:
You will be responsible for:
HCP relationship management
Evaluate your territory to profile and identify HCPs to engage and build relationships with as well as identify important centers of excellence.
Develop clear succinct impactful HCP engagement plans aligned with medical strategic goals and objectives. Evaluate and refine plans as needed per progress against quarterly focus priorities.
Gain HCPs trust and respect by effectively providing and communicating relevant scientific/medical information on the companys products and disease states.
Gather and disseminate HCP insights internally to help inform medical strategy.
Develop strong working relationships in different external business settings.
Scientific knowledge and training
Keep current with scientific knowledge within assigned products and therapeutic area.
Support scientific exchange of product/disease state with external collaborators (HCPs) as needed.
Provide relevant scientific information to other internal teams and functions as appropriate.
Demonstrate a functional understanding of realworld evidence and HEOR.
Research & Development
Demonstrate a strong understanding of clinical study design and protocols.
Ensure HCPs and collaborators receive focused and balanced clinical and scientific information.
Develop expertise in applicable research outcomes to conduct effective discussions with HCPs.
Support applicable externally sponsored research and clinical trials as appropriate.
US Healthcare system knowledge
Acquire knowledge of the current US healthcare system environment and its impact on the rare disease ecosystem.
Build a basic understanding of the foundations of managed markets.
Acquire a basic understanding of the flow of information in managed care and government organizations.
Essential Skills/Experience:
You will need to have:
Minimum Education
MD PharmD or PhD in biological sciences
Clinical experience in a relevant therapeutic area OR track record of success as an MSL
Minimum Experience
Industry experience is preferred but not mandatory; if no industry experience therapeutic area experience is preferred
Specific Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Excellent communication skills (oral and written)
Energetically embraces responsibilities and demonstrates the ability to achieve goals
Strong personal initiative
Functions well as part of a crossfunctional team
Exhibits excellent time management
Able to work independently
Demonstrates leadership skills and highlevel job competencies
Additional Role Requirements
Office is homebased. Travel within region 34 days per week with 12 office days per week.
Person should be able to travel minimum 70% time.
Required travel to medical meetings team meetings and other group meetings (including possible weekends as dictated by conference schedule).
Candidate is required to live within the territory.
The duties of this role are generally conducted in a field environment. Employees must be able to travel by public transportation automobile train or plane; work comfortably in a clinical setting; use a computer; engage in communications via phone video and electronic messaging; problem solve; engage in complex thought analysis and dialogue; collaborate with others; maintain general availability during standard business hours.
At AstraZeneca we are taking bold action on climate because we recognize the connection between healthy people and a healthy planet. As part of our flagship Ambition Zero Carbon program we have committed to a fully electric vehicle (EV) fleet by the end of 2025. Ability to travel within territory on a regular basis which will include frequent overnight and weekend travel. Valid drivers license and clean driving record required.
All activities should be conducted per Alexion AstraZeneca Rare Disease policies.
Desirable Skills/Experience:
N/A
Why AstraZeneca
At AstraZeneca we are driven by our passion for innovation and commitment to making a meaningful impact on patients lives. Our culture is rooted in diversity and inclusiveness where new ideas are valued and celebrated. We empower our employees with tailored development programs that foster empathy for patients journeys. Working here means being part of an energizing environment where you can grow professionally while contributing to lifechanging advancements in healthcare. Our dedication to integrity and connection ensures that every day is an opportunity to make a difference for those living with rare diseases.
Join us on this journey! Apply now to become part of our team dedicated to transforming lives through groundbreaking science.
Date Posted
05May2025Closing Date
Alexion is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where every single person can belong because of their uniqueness. The Company will not make decisions about employment training compensation promotion and other terms and conditions of employment based on race color religion creed or lack thereof sex sexual orientation age ancestry national origin ethnicity citizenship status marital status pregnancy (including childbirth breastfeeding or related medical conditions) parental status (including adoption or surrogacy) military status protected veteran status disability medical condition gender identity or expression genetic information mental illness or other characteristics protected by law. Alexion provides reasonable accommodations to meet the needs of candidates and employees. To begin an interactive dialogue with Alexion regarding an accommodation please contact Alexion participates in EVerify.Employment Type
Full-Time
