Medical Science Liaison, Rare Hematology, Pacific Northwest (WA, OR, ID, MT, AK

Medical Science Liaison

The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) is a field-based scientific expert that strategically supports the medical and scientific objectives of Alexion, AstraZeneca Rare Disease's product/s across the product/s life cycle. The individual is a peer scientific expert who communicates accurate and applicable science to Healthcare Practitioners (HCPs) within a geographic area. The individual manages and maintains collegial and professional relationships with HCPs and Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and identifies and facilitates collaboration opportunities with Alexion, AstraZeneca Rare Disease.

The MSL combines strong business acumen and clinical expertise and serves as a peer-to-peer liaison internally to Medical Directors, USMA Leadership Team, cross-functional partners and externally (HCPs & KOLs). The MSL should be able to identify problems early on, seek appropriate help and counsel to work past any barriers, and innovate in order to achieve medical goals and objectives.

You will be responsible for:

• HCP relationship management
• Scientific knowledge and training
• US Healthcare system knowledge

You will need to have:

• Minimum Education MD, PharmD, or PhD in biological sciences strongly preferred
• Clinical experience in a relevant therapeutic area OR track record of success as an MSL
• Industry experience is preferred but not mandatory; if no industry experience, therapeutic area experience (Hematology/Nephrology/Transplant) is preferred
• Specific Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Additional Role Requirements

• Office is home based. Travel within region 3-4 days per week with 1-2 office days per week
• Person should be able to travel minimum ~70% time
• Candidate is required to live within the territory
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record required