Medical Science Liaison-GC-Guangzhou at AstraZeneca

, , China -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Medical Affairs, Stakeholder Management, Pharmaceutical Industry Knowledge, Scientific Expertise, Training, Communication, Data Analysis, Compliance, Relationship Building, Clinical Support, Medical Education, Project Management, Presentation Skills, Team Collaboration, Problem Solving, Self-Management

Industry

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Description

JOB PURPOSE 工作目的 Summarizes the job’s purpose or role and why it exists in the organization 概述工作的目的或角色及其在机构内的价值 Field-based position responsible for implementation of activities for establishment of scientific leadership of AstraZeneca. This includes development and enhancement of professional relationships with healthcare professionals, building deep scientific understanding of AstraZeneca compounds. Driving positive opinions for the scientific and clinical value of AZ compounds for patients’ needs. Deliver medical education and clinical support to medical professionals, training sales teams and involvement in development of brand strategy. The position may also be involved in review of product materials and response to medical queries. There are 4 levels in MSL technical role, i.e. MSL, Sr. MSL, Executive MSL and Principle MSL. NATURE & SCOPE 工作性质及范围 (a) Organization structure 组织机构 (Please attached an updated organization chart of your team 请附上你所属团队的最新结构图) Depending on specific team structure - Functionally reports to 功能汇报 (Please specify position title 请注明职位名称) Depending on specific team structure - Operationally reports to 运作汇报 Depending on specific team structure (b) Key working relationships 主要工作关系 - Internal contacts within AZ 内部联系 Other Medical affairs function Commercial (i.e., Sales, Marketing…) Evidence Generation Market Access Compliance - External contacts with organizations outside AZ 外界联系 KEE/HCP Health Care Professionals Study Investigators Payer Customers and Policy Makers (c) Job requirements Essential Academic / Professional qualification · Master advanced degree in clinical / life science qualification or 2+ year on relevant experience of medical affairs in pharmaceutical company · Bachelor degree with strong medical background or 4+ year relevant experience of medical affairs in pharmaceutical company Technical / skill · Knowledge and experience of the pharmaceutical industry and the area of field medical liaisons · Ability to interact and manage a range of stakeholders both internally and externally · Knowledge of legislation relevant to pharmaceutical sales and marketing · Self-management and execution ability Desirable Understanding of multiple aspects within Medical Liaisons Experience in training/ consulting Language ability 语言能力 Fluent in spoken/ written English Computer literacy 电脑知识 Fluent Microsoft Office operation skills Role and Responsibility Objectives Critical actions Measurements External Medical & Scientific engagement Build, enhance and maintain the engagement with scientific leader · 60% of time in field engaging HCPs and external stakeholders across territory and brands · Proactively identify HCPs with high levels of scientific expertise in local treatment practice to collaborate on specific medical marketing activities · Development and implementation of KEE engagement plan in collaboration with line manager. Review with line manager this plan every quarter, develop KEE visit plan- this includes pre call visit/engagement plan with clear objective of the visit, key points discussion for the visit, data to be shared and discussed with the KEE · Develop own scientific knowledge for discussion on all aspects of the data to be shared with KEE in a scientific, objective and balanced way through 1:1 discussions. Prepare for such interactions with peer group discussions. Respond to unsolicited requests for information about unapproved AZ products or unapproved uses of approved products, presenting such information in an objective, scientifically balanced, substantiated manner. Develop database of Key external experts and also provide recommendations for advisory board participation Quantity · 60% of available time spent meeting KEEs. (Available time = total days minus holidays, weekends, sickness) · Complete records of KEE visits and regular review by MSL line manager (define routine review as monthly for new starters and quarterly for non-new starters) · Coverage/engagement of KEEs versus plan · Improvement in advocacy score Quality · Meeting skills and presentation skills based on in field coaching and assessment · annual role play assessment of capabilities and scientific knowledge– use standard assessment form and methodology · Feedback from KEEs Build and maintain trust- based relationships with external stakeholders · Build AZ relationship with key external stakeholders (e.g. patient advocacy groups, key medical organizations, hospital pharmacy). Find opportunities to collaborate with such external stakeholders. Provide scientific support in CME events and through appropriate medical sponsorships/ partnership · Act as scientific expert in the disease area(s) by presenting therapeutic updates to external stakeholders · Quantity of CMEs and Medical Sponsorship versus plan · Positive customer feedback post events Develop or initiate scientific programs to explore unmet medical needs in priority disease area(s) · Work with HCPs in scientific activities that help advance disease understanding such as: - Identify and recommend KEEs for Advisory Boards - Identify potential speakers and train speakers as appropriate - Interact in the field with the medical community in the context of various medical projects, such as clinical trials, ESRs, scientific exchange meetings - Discuss potential involvement in LCM - Respond to unsolicited off label questions from KEEs · Able to conduct basic discussions on clinical trials in terms of study design and feasibility Quantity · No. of Advisory Board Meetings versus plan · No. of P2Ps/round table discussions versus plan · No. of CMEs versus plan · No. of ESRs communicated Quality · Positive customer feedback · In field observation by line manager and coaching form Medical & Scientific Support for internal stakeholders Act as scientific expert in priority disease area(s) for internal stakeholders · Continuously acquire and update necessary scientific knowledge on therapeutic area and relevant compounds · Provide the AZ internal stakeholders with an understanding of the local medical community, clinical practice, trends and real or perceived gaps in current scientific knowledge and medical treatment, competitor information · Provide regular update on partnerships with HCPs, as speakers, or in the context of medical projects · Initiate and conduct appropriate AZ staff training & development on information regarding current and emerging clinical data and emerging trends in clinical medicine and practice within TA · To work with internal cross functional team on formulary listing · Provide scientific support at AZ sponsored educational events Quantity · % of trainings conducted versus plan · No of days providing training versus plan · Quality · Feedback on training from participants · Feedback from business partners on quality of contribution to Medical and Brand plans – collected by line manager Personal Development Continuously demonstrate development of scientific expertise in disease area(s) of company focus · Attend relevant scientific congresses and HCP meetings to gather new knowledge on AZ compounds, competitor information and therapeutic area · Positive engagement and response to coaching and feedback received from line manager · In daily work takes time to reflect on customer interactions and works on areas agreed with line manager as priorities for development. Develop functional capability in the role · Proactively demonstrate the AZ Values · Identify areas for self-development and discuss developmental needs with line manager using the 70-20-10 principle (experiential learning, coaching/networking/relationship-based learning and classroom training). Active participation in AZ training, projects, and meetings depending on development needs Quality · 100% completion of training as required on Medical Academy and AZLearn · Feedback on congress report/highlights shared with cross- functional team as planned – completed feedback templates · Has a personal development plan and completes identified development activities as planned Compliance Compliance with relevant company and industry code of Conduct and also to comply with local country codes · Keep regular update and operate within the relevant Codes of Conduct, Ethical Interactions (EI), including GPEI and SOPs · Be sure to understand AZ policies when engage to KEEs and key external stakeholder. · 100% adherence to compliance Date Posted 10-12月-2025 Closing Date 30-3月-2026 AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements. AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company. We focus on discovering, developing and commercialising prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we are more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca, we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science, challenge convention and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. To embrace differences and take bold actions to drive the change needed to meet global healthcare and sustainability challenges. There is no better place to make a difference in medicine, patients, and society. An inclusive culture where you will connect different thinking to generate new and valuable opportunities. Where you will find a commitment to lifelong learning, growth and development for all. Our Inclusion & Diversity (I&D) mission is to create an inclusive and equitable environment where people belong, using the power of our diversity to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines to patients. Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to the success of our company, because innovation requires breakthrough ideas that only come from a diverse workforce empowered to challenge conventional thinking. We’re curious about science and the advancement of knowledge. We find creative ways to approach new challenges. We’re driven to make the right choices and be accountable for our actions. As an organisation centred around what makes us human, we put a big focus on people. Across our business, we want colleagues to wake up excited about their day at the office, in the field, or in the lab. Along with our purpose to bring life-changing medicines to people across the globe, we have a promise to you: to help you realise the full breadth of your potential. Here, you’ll do work that has the potential to change your life and improve countless others. And, together with your team, you’ll shape a culture that unites and inspires us every day. This is your life at AstraZeneca.

Responsibilities

The Medical Science Liaison is responsible for establishing scientific leadership for AstraZeneca by developing relationships with healthcare professionals and providing medical education. The role involves engaging with key external experts, supporting clinical projects, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations.