AstraZeneca
AstraZeneca
AstraZeneca is a global biopharmaceutical company working across pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and healthcare. Its teams discover, develop, and manufacture prescription medicines, combining scientific research with large-scale research and development and international operations to advance healthcare for people, society, and the planet.

Medical Science Liaison, Oncology – Ontario West (Remote)

Serve as AstraZeneca’s scientific partner to oncologists across Ontario West, translating emerging oncology evidence into informed clinical decisions. Support research, clinical trials, site activation, and treatment innovation through high-quality medical engagement.

Description

  • Lead objective, balanced discussions with healthcare professionals on emerging scientific evidence, including potential benefits and risks.
  • Engage qualified experts through advisory boards, speaker programs, and strategically aligned clinical trials.
  • Build and maintain relationships with healthcare professionals recognized for scientific excellence.
  • Deliver regional intelligence on clinical practice, emerging issues, and trends to guide medical planning and evidence generation.
  • Provide field-based scientific expertise for product lifecycle activities within assigned therapeutic areas.
  • Use scientific exchange to uncover research opportunities and refer them to the Medical Advisor through the Externally Sponsored Research process.
  • Prepare priority clinical sites with relevant molecule and disease knowledge before site initiation.
  • Partner with clinical operations to help activate sites promptly and support patient recruitment within study timelines.
  • Act as a trusted oncology resource by converting emerging data into practical treatment discussions.

Requirements

  • Ability to synthesize scientific evidence effectively and discuss it with physicians at a peer level.
  • Healthcare or scientific background, such as PharmD, MD, PhD, or MSc, with relevant professional expertise.
  • At least two years of pharmaceutical-industry experience in a role involving physician engagement.
  • Strong capacity to learn and apply complex scientific concepts.
  • Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
  • Effective interpersonal, leadership, and collaborative abilities.
  • Organized, self-directed approach to managing responsibilities.
  • Expert understanding of the healthcare landscape, including opinion leaders, academia, and the broader medical community.
  • Availability and ability to travel locally, regionally, and nationally.
  • Oncology experience, especially in gastrointestinal cancers, is preferred.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to earn an annual variable-pay bonus or short-term incentive.
  • Eligibility for an equity-based long-term incentive plan where applicable to the role.
  • Flexible benefits package and retirement savings program.
  • Four weeks of paid vacation each year.
  • Annual personal days.
  • Contract benefits program for fixed-term or temporary positions.
  • Workplace accommodation for people with disabilities.
  • Collaborative environment that encourages knowledge sharing, ambitious thinking, innovation, and cross-functional opportunities.
  • Opportunities for personal and professional development.
  • Commitment to diversity and inclusion.

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