MSL – ATTR​/Cardiovascular - Minneapolis, MN

Amyloidosis (ATTR) Medical Science Liaison (MSL)

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 can truly change the course of medicine and bring ambitious new ideas to life.

The Bio Pharmaceuticals Business Unit (BBU) develops and drives therapeutic area and 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

As an ATTR MSL, you will be part of AstraZeneca's mission to transform clinical practice through science and technology. You'll partner with healthcare professionals to reduce acute episodes, disease complications, hospital admissions, and premature death. Through innovation, leadership, and sustainability, we put patients first.

What You'll Do

In this field-based role covering Minneapolis, MN (Rochester MN, Minneapolis MN, Omaha NE) and surrounding areas you will:

• Engage and build relationships:
  Develop and maintain strong connections with heart failure specialists, cardiologists, and key opinion leaders (KOLs) in cardiovascular and amyloid disease areas
• Scientific exchange and insights:
  Collect, analyze, and share evidence-based insights while leveraging territory relationships to accelerate knowledge transfer and influence clinical practice
• ATTR-CM expertise:
  Apply prior experience or meaningful exposure to ATTR cardiomyopathy in field activities and translate complex scientific data into clear, clinician-ready insights
• Education and collaboration:
  Support clinician education, deliver presentations, and provide clinical guidance at regional and national meetings
• Patient-focused impact:
  Identify opportunities to improve patient outcomes and provide actionable 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

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a clinical or scientific field
• 1–2 years of clinical experience in ATTR, Heart Failure, Cardiology and/or pharmaceutical experience with exposure to cardiovascular or amyloidosis disease 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 communication skills 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

• Advanced degree in a clinical or scientific field (MD, PharmD, PhD, NP, PA)
• 2+ years of pharmaceutical industry experience / previous MSL experience in ATTR
• Rare Disease and/or Cardiology experience
• Ability to build and leverage relationships 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 coverage in accordance with applicable plans.

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