Medical Scientific Liaison – Oncology

Medical Scientific Liaison – Oncology

ABOUT ASTRAZENECA

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development, and commercialisation of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we’re more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies.

Join a high-performing team, empowered to cut through the noise and drive real change. Our agility and pace, coupled with scientific focus, powers us to spot opportunities in the market that keep us moving forward and into new spaces.

 
SITE DESCRIPTION 

AstraZeneca is experiencing a significant transformation in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, driven by a commitment to advancing healthcare, innovation, and sustainable growth. Building on our global legacy, AZ KSA is rapidly evolving its operations to better serve patients, collaborate with healthcare stakeholders, and contribute to the ambitious goals outlined in the Saudi Vision 2030. We are investing in talent, digital solutions, and new ways of working; all designed to enhance our impact on patient outcomes and reinforce our leadership in therapeutic areas. This dynamic environment calls for visionary, agile professionals who thrive in change and are motivated to help shape the future of healthcare in KSA.  

ROLE SUMMARY

The mission of MSL is to provide solutions to improve the quality of patients' Lives along with a business-driven approach for the therapy area while gaining wide scope of experiences.

The position is Field-based 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.

What you’ll do

• Deliver the AstraZeneca updated medical information to HCP’s through various communication ways and means.
• Work optimally and efficiently to ensure delivery of clinical studies that meet the quality, cost and time standards set for the study.
• Provide monitoring services for studies ongoing and to ensure the completion of the study from receipt of outline to completion of final study report.
• Effectively plan, conduct, and complete assigned project work, providing timely and appropriate progress reports as required.
• Participate in the training and development of team members through sharing of knowledge and coaching.
• Safeguard patients and AstraZeneca by ensuring that adverse event reports are handled according to standards, procedures, and legislation such that the business meets its legal, regulatory, professional, and ethical obligations.
• Manage a process for the provision of named patient supplies in compliance with legal, regulatory, professional, and ethical obligations.
• Identify, co-ordinate and integrate pharmacovigilance systems to comply with regulatory needs and AstraZeneca local and global standards.
• Build interpersonal inclusion through self-awareness, developing curiosity, active listening, and strengthening team and peer inclusion.

Only Applications in KSA will be considered.

Essential for the role 

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. 

Essential Capabilities: 

• Hematology/Oncology experience is required; hematology experience is preferred.
• A minimum of two years’ experience in in the pharmaceutical industry is required. 
• For Commercial ; Average achievement of last two semesters 100% (last 2 semesters as S1’2023 + S2’2022) OR Average of the total score of earlier year dashboard and YTD dashboard to be 100.
• For Non Commercial ; Consistent performance track record is required.
• For CSLs /MSLs ; at least one year of experience in the current therapy area.

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients, and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth, and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

So, what’s next?

• Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you.
• Are you ready to bring new ideas and fresh thinking to the table? Brilliant! We have one seat available, and we hope it’s yours.

Where can I find out more?

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Date Posted

03-Nov-2026

Closing Date

10-Nov-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.