In this full time permanent Medical Science Liaison (GI Cancers) role you'll report to the Therapeutic Area Lead and be based in Sydney, with a national focus. You will support scientific exchange, insight gathering and evidence generation across a dynamic and growing pipeline. The role includes opportunities for launch readiness and portfolio evolution, working cross‐functionally to align global science with local healthcare needs and deliver strategic, scalable impact for patients.
Responsibilities
Lead peer‐to‐peer knowledge sharing with Healthcare Professionals and Key External Experts across gastrointestinal cancers
Build trusted external partnerships to gather insights, identify unmet needs and inform local medical strategy
Deliver accurate, balanced and non‐promotional clinical and scientific information to support the appropriate use of AstraZeneca medicines
Support pre‐launch medical activities for pivotal pipeline assets, including readiness for potential future indications in gastrointestinal cancers
Collaborate cross‐functionally with Medical Affairs, Market Access, Regulatory and other partners to coordinate 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
Essential Qualifications
Qualification in a scientific field such as Medicine, Pharmacy or life sciences, or equivalent relevant experience in Medical Affairs
Experience as a Medical Science Liaison or strong, relevant pharmaceutical industry, clinical research, preclinical research or market access experience
Strong scientific background,



with experience in oncology or demonstrating transferable expertise relevant to the role
Excellent communication and presentation skills, demonstrating confidence when engaging with external experts in scientific dialogue
Robust analytical thinking and project management capability, with the ability to work efficiently across cross‐functional teams
Ability to travel as required for a field‐based role in Australia
Broader scientific curiosity and flexibility to develop across adjacent oncology areas as business needs evolve
Desirable Qualifications
Experience in gastrointestinal cancers, e.g. hepatocellular carcinoma or gastric cancer
Higher degree in a science‐related area, such as a PhD or equivalent experience, PharmD, or MD
Experience supporting pre‐launch activities, evidence generation or launch readiness within Medical Affairs
Demonstrated understanding of the Australian healthcare environment, including local stakeholder needs and market access considerations
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.
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📌 Medical Science Liaison - Gi Cancers (New South Wales)
🏢 AstraZeneca
📍 New South Wales