Medical Science Liaison (Respiratory)
About this opportunity
At AstraZeneca, we put patients first and strive to meet their unmet needs worldwide. Working here means being entrepreneurial, thinking big and working together to make the impossible a reality. AstraZeneca holds a unique position in respiratory disease, including asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), with a range of differentiated potential medicines in development by leveraging novel combinations, biologics and devices.
If you are patient focused, passionate about developing collaborative relationships with Health System Experts/Key Opinion Leaders and would like to apply your expertise in a company that follows the science and turns ideas into life changing medicines, AstraZeneca might be the one for you!
This role is for a field-based professional with scientific, clinical and therapeutic expertise. The Respiratory Medical Science Liaison is responsible for providing medical and scientific support for AstraZeneca's marketed products, focused on Respiratory Biologic, new indications and compounds in development.
This position will cover Arizona, New Mexico, El Paso, but is based in: Arizona
(focused in Phoenix).
This is done by:
Developing relationships and engaging in scientific exchange with medical and scientific partners, including Healthcare Professionals, Quality Assurance Managers, and Population Health Experts to improve medical care for patients with Severe Uncontrolled Asthma. Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps and other epithelial-driven disease states.
Partnering with key internal stakeholders including Medical, Sales, and Marketing.
Identifying pre-clinical, clinical and post-marketing study investigators in alignment with Medical Affairs objectives; and provide impactful information that enhances the value and proper use of AZ products to internal partners.
Responding to customer inquiries to provide focused and balanced clinical and scientific information that supports the appropriate use of or clinically differentiates AstraZeneca's products and services.
Essential for the role:
0-1 years’ experience as a Medical Science Liaison in the pharmaceutical industry
Advanced Clinical/Science Degree required (e.g., MD, PharmD, PhD, MSN, NP, PA, etc.). BSN with extensive clinical experience may be considered.
Knowledge of Health Systems, customer segments and market dynamics
Demonstrated expertise in discussing scientific content and context to multiple audiences
Experience initiating Transforming Care within Health Systems
Excellent project management ability
Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Thorough knowledge of regulatory environment
Experience in the pharmaceutical industry
Strong leadership capabilities
Must reside in territory
Ability to travel (50-70%) – percentage varies with geography
Desirable for the role:
2+ years’ experience as a Medical Science Liaison in the pharmaceutical industry
Respiratory experience in pharmaceutical industry or clinical practice
Established track record of basic or clinical research
Proven expertise in the drug discovery and drug development process
Previous experience working within Health Systems or Integrated Delivery Networks
Why AstraZeneca?
At AstraZeneca when we see an opportunity for change, we seize it and make it happen, because any opportunity no matter how small, can be the start of something big. Delivering life-changing medicines is about being entrepreneurial - finding those moments and recognizing their potential. Join us on our journey of building a new kind of organization to reset expectations of what a bio-pharmaceutical company can be. This means we’re opening new ways to work, pioneering cutting edge methods and bringing unexpected teams together.
Ready to make a difference? Apply today and join our mission to change lives!
Date Posted
04-Aug-2026
Closing Date
20-Aug-2026 Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form.
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