Diagnostic Liaison

About the role

AstraZeneca is hiring a Diagnostic Liaison (DSL) in its Medical Affairs business area. The DSL implements activities that establish the scientific leadership of AstraZeneca, including developing and strengthening relationships with healthcare professionals and building deep scientific understanding of the company's compounds, related biomarkers and diagnostic tests.

Key responsibilities

• Foster positive opinions on the scientific and clinical value of AstraZeneca compounds in meeting patient needs.
• Provide diagnostic test education and clinical support to medical professionals.
• Train sales teams on scientific and diagnostic knowledge.
• Contribute to the development of brand diagnostic strategies and assist in reviewing product materials.
• Respond to medical queries related to AstraZeneca compounds and diagnostics.
• Engage, enhance and maintain relationships with key scientific leaders and build trust-based relationships with external stakeholders.
• Develop or initiate scientific programs targeting unmet medical needs in priority disease areas and act as a scientific expert for internal stakeholders.
• Continuously develop expertise in company-focused disease areas and adhere to company and industry codes of conduct and local country regulations.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Biology or Life Sciences; a Master's degree in a scientific field is preferred.
• In-depth knowledge or experience in the pharmaceutical industry; knowledge and experience in diagnostics preferred.
• Strong ability to engage and manage stakeholders internally and externally.
• Familiarity with legislation relevant to pharmaceutical sales and marketing.
• An understanding of key aspects of the Diagnostic Liaison role is an advantage; experience in project and team management is an added benefit.