Oncology Medical Science Liaison/Sr Medical Science Liaison - San Francisco

Role Summary

Oncology Medical Science Liaison/Sr Medical Science Liaison - San Francisco. Serve as the local medical voice of AstraZeneca in the oncology disease area, building a local medical strategy to improve patient care and outcomes. Provides medical and scientific support for oncology marketed products, new indications, and compounds in development.

Responsibilities

• Act as the local medical leader responsible for developing a tailored strategy to meet priorities in the disease area and local patient needs.
• Develop strong working relationships in external settings (academia, hospitals, managed markets, private practices).
• Lead scientific exchanges with oncologists and key MDT members.
• Lead peer-to-peer scientific/medical interactions.
• Gather insights on treatment landscape, healthcare environment, practice barriers, and opportunities to improve patient outcomes.
• Discuss data and educational gaps with KOLs to inform R&D strategy and ensure appropriate use of medicines.
• Stay current with scientific knowledge and attend relevant meetings and conferences.
• Collaborate with Clin ops on trials from feasibility to execution.

Qualifications

• Advanced scientific degree required (Pharm D, MD/DO, PhD, PA or NP) in a relevant health science or clinical discipline.
• Ability to express ideas clearly in written and verbal communication; ability to navigate within a matrixed environment.
• 0-2+ years of MSL experience or relevant therapeutic area experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in discussing scientific content to multiple audiences.
• Strong understanding of clinical study design and protocols.
• Basic understanding of healthcare systems, trial methodology, statistics, and regulatory environment.
• Excellent project management ability.
• Ability to travel 40-60% domestically (car, train, plane).

Education

• Doctorate strongly preferred in a health science or clinical discipline.