Medical Science Liaison

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 cantruly changethe course of medicine and bring ambitiousnew ideasto life.

As aRespiratoryMedical Science Liaison (MSL)on the COPD team,you’llplay a pivotal role in channeling our scientificexpertiseto positivelyimpactpatient care.

About theBioPharmaceuticalsBusiness Unit (BBU)

The BBU develops and drives therapeuticareaand 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

AsaRespiratoryMSLon the COPD team,you will be part of AstraZeneca’s mission to transform clinical practice through science and technology.You’llpartner with healthcare professionals to reduceexacerbations, disease complications, hospital admissions, and premature death. Through innovation, leadership, and sustainability, we put patients first.

WhatYou’llDo

In this field-based role covering Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Alaska,Utahand Nevada ,you will:

• Engage and build relationships: Develop andmaintainstrong connections withpulmonologists, hospitalists, primary careprovidersand key opinion leaders (KOLs) inpulmonary disease management.

• Scientific exchange and insights: Collect, analyze, and share evidence-based insights whileleveragingterritory relationships to accelerate knowledge transfer and influence clinical practice

• Pulmonary experience: Apply prior experience or meaningful exposure topulmonary diseasein field activities and translate complex scientific data into clear, clinician-ready insights

• Education and collaboration: Support clinician education, deliver presentations, andprovideclinical guidance at regional and national meetings

• Patient-focused impact: Identifyopportunities to improve patient outcomes andprovideactionable 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

MinimumRequirements

• Advanced degree in a clinical or scientific field (MD, PharmD, PhD, NP, PA)

• 1–2 years of clinical experienceorpharmaceutical experience with exposure torespiratorydisease 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 communicationskills 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

• PreviousMSL experience

• Ability to build andleveragerelationships to influence outcomes that improve patient care

The annual base pay for this position ranges from $160,396 – $240,594 USD . Our positions offer eligibility for various incentives, including short-term bonuses, equity-based awards for salaried roles, and commissions for sales roles. Benefits include retirement programs, paid time off, and health, dental, and vision coveragein accordance withapplicable plans.

Why AstraZeneca:

Here, your strategic voice shapes how science reaches people. We bring diverse experts together early to spot opportunities, learn fast, and build evidence that stands up to real-world payer scrutiny, so innovative medicines can reach millions who need them. You will join a resilient, kind, and ambitious team that pairscutting-edgeanalytics with strong storytelling and negotiation, working with autonomy and deep collaboration to create sustainable access across regions and indications. This is where forward-looking minds influence the healthcare ecosystem, turning insights into action and action into impact. When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work atpaceand challenge perceptions.That'swhy we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But thatdoesn'tmeanwe'renot flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

Date Posted

04-Sep-2026

Closing Date

17-Sep-2026

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