Medical Science Liaison – Gastrointestinal Cancers

About the role

AstraZeneca is seeking an experienced Medical Science Liaison to support scientific exchange and insight gathering for its fast‑evolving gastrointestinal cancer pipeline. Based in Sydney with a national focus, you will help shape pre‑launch strategy and contribute to improving patient care across Australia.

Key responsibilities

• Lead peer‑to‑peer knowledge sharing with healthcare professionals and key external experts in gastrointestinal cancers.
• Build trusted external partnerships to gather insights, identify unmet needs and inform local medical strategy.
• Deliver accurate, balanced, non‑promotional scientific information to support appropriate use of AstraZeneca medicines.
• Support pre‑launch medical activities for pipeline assets, including readiness for potential future indications.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Medical Affairs, Market Access, Regulatory and other partners to align global strategy with local healthcare system needs.
• Contribute to evidence generation, scientific meetings and medical education activities in line with the Field Medical Strategic Plan.

Required profile

• Qualification in Medicine, Pharmacy, life sciences or equivalent relevant experience in Medical Affairs.
• Experience as a Medical Science Liaison or strong, relevant pharmaceutical industry, clinical research, pre‑clinical research or market access background.
• Strong scientific background, preferably in oncology or a related therapeutic area.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills for engaging with external experts.
• Strong analytical thinking and project‑management capabilities.

Required skills

• In‑depth knowledge of gastrointestinal oncology.
• Ability to interpret and convey complex scientific data.
• Proficiency in building and maintaining professional relationships with key opinion leaders.