Medical Science Liaison Manager, Middle West (Münster, Dortmund, Frankfurt)

About the Position

Medical Science Liaison Manager, Middle West (Münster, Dortmund, Frankfurt)

Field-based, Germany Middle West (Münster, Dortmund, Frankfurt)

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Responsibilities

The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) is a field-based scientific expert that strategically supports the medical and scientific objectives of Alexion’s products across the product life cycle. Key responsibilities include:

• Develop and maintain the highest scientific and medical expertise in the field of adult and pediatric bone, liver, and metabolic diseases.
• Maintain a high level of knowledge of current local pharmaceutical regulations and ensure implementation of Alexion policies and procedures.
• Ensure timely and informative scientific/medical exchanges with external customers and internal partners.
• Coordinate the timely and appropriate response to internal and external Medical Information enquiries.
• Drive the identification, development, and alignment with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and other important customers.
• Deliver quality medical education presentations in various settings.
• Support the implementation of medical affairs practices to assess new indications, treating communities, patient pathways, diagnostic practices, and management strategies.
• Identify potential investigators for future clinical research projects and disease registries.
• Support the development and implementation of a local Medical Affairs Plan and strategy.
• Support and implement the Brand and Affiliate Company Strategy.
• Work closely with Affiliate leadership to identify and address staff training needs.
• Manage requests for information and Alexion product supply in compassionate use cases.
• Ensure a close working relationship with all functions in the country.
• Identify and implement appropriate high-impact medical research projects.
• Support the implementation of the local publication plan.

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Requirements

• Relevant life-science degree (Master or Diploma)
• Sufficient experience in the Pharmaceutical/Biotechnology industry as either an MSL or sound experience in scientific sales
• Strong ability and experience to present complex scientific data
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written)
• Fluent in German and English, both spoken and written
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to work independently
• Willingness to work home-based and travel within the region and to medical meetings, team meetings, and other group meetings (could require some weekends)
• Strong personal initiative and functioning well as part of a cross-functional team

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Nice to Have

• Previous experience in a rare or ultra-rare disease environment
• Well-established networks and active relationships with TA-focused experts
• Experience in the launch of new products
• Prior exposure to complex matrix organizations or experience working as part of a virtual team

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We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity to work in a diverse and inclusive environment
• Professional development opportunities

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About the Company

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.