Diagnostics Science Liaison

at  AstraZeneca

ROLE SUMMARY

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development, and commercialization of prescription medicines, having more than 20 brands for the treatment of diseases in different therapeutic areas like Respiratory, Gastroenterology, Cardiovascular, Diabetes and Oncology. AZ is living a total transformation worldwide through a science-led innovation strategy.
In AstraZeneca we believe in the potential of our people, and we’ll develop you beyond what you thought is possible. We make the most of your skills and passion by supporting you to see what you can achieve no matter where you start with us. As Diagnostics Scientific Liaison, you will play a vital role in improving patient’s lives.
The Diagnostics Scientific Liaison is responsible to be interlocutor in molecular diagnosis in the territory, providing the HCP on the molecular diagnosis / precision medicine in oncology with the final objective of ensure optimum quality patient identification who can benefit from the targeted therapies offered AstraZeneca.

ESSENTIAL FOR THE ROLE

• University degree from medical / Science / Laboratory Departments
• Good command of written and spoken English
• At least 2 years’ experience in Diagnostic Market and Clinical Testing Market; preferably good knowledge in molecular Oncology and lab techniques such as PCR/NGS for external candidates.
• Oncology or Specialty experience for internal candidates.
• Good communication and presentation skills
• No restriction to travel frequently.
• Ability to communicate scientific information effectively.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Passion for Customers.
• Intellectual curiosity and high motivation to learn.
• Understanding of commercial environment

DESIRABLE FOR THE ROLE

• Good strategic thinking.
• Innovation and creativity.
• Masters in molecular biology (or equivalent)
• To be able to influence people.
• Advanced organizational skills
• Training in therapeutic area (disease and products), Product Training (SPC, competitors’ analyses, AZ products development, AZ product pipeline).
• Expertise in the diagnostic / biomarker testing process.
• Experience in budget management