Oncology Medical Science LiaisonSr Medical Science Liaison Chicago North
Job Location:
Chicago, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
Application Deadline:
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Job Summary
TheMSL/Sr.MSLserves asthe local medical voice of AZ in the disease area of interest thoracic cancer and buildsa local medical strategy to improve patient care and outcomes in their territory.TheMSL/SeniorMSL is an establishedfield-based professional withextensivescientificclinicaland therapeutic areaexpertiseresponsible for providing medical and scientific support for AstraZenecas oncology marketed products new indications for current products and compounds in development.
Typical Accountabilities
Establishes oneself as a trusted scientific advisor peer and expert by both internal collaborators and external HCPs (e.g. functions as an expert in response to scientific questions)
Synthesizes HCP insights from multiple HCP segments within a region and communicates with internal collaborators
Serves as point of reference for the integration of science into proposed business strategies training and resources
Synthesizes and integrates research and summarizes findings in a compelling narrative for various HCP segments
Builds strong collaboration with key collaborators across Medical Affairs Commercial and Development
Drives guideline sharing within and outside the organization and helps apply them to work processes within Field Medical Affairs
Serves as a lead for clinical trialsresearch activities and specialprojects
Coachesothers team members to develop strong working relationships in different external business settings(e.g.academia hospitals managed markets private practices)
Supports team members creative and innovative ideaswhilerecognizingothers contribution to team/project success
Provides input on MSL training contentassistswithMSLonboarding andservesas a buddy to new MSLhires
Lead MSLsin their responsibilities forcongressscientific coverage anddata synthesissupport
Essential:
Advanced scientific degree(i.e. Pharm D MD/DO PhD PANPor BSN with extensive clinicalexperience) in a relevant health science or clinical discipline
2 years MSL experience or related therapeutic experience
Excellent communication and interpersonal skillsto effectively communicate scientific datato internal and external customers
Ability towork independentlyand in groups
Ability to navigatewithin a matrixial environment
Demonstrated leadership skillsinitiativeand problem-solving skills
Excellent project management ability
Ability to travel (40-60% by car and plane domestic)
Desireable:
clinical discipline
MSL experience
Oncology experience
Demonstratedexpertisein delivering customer-related outcomes in targeted field/territory
Demonstrated ability toimpactMedical Affairs and MSL strategies on a regional level
THIS TERRITORY INCLUDES Northern Illinois Wisconsin and Iowa.
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Date Posted
05-Aug-2026Closing Date
18-Aug-2026Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and furtherance of that mission we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation please complete the corresponding section in the application form.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
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