Senior Medical Science Liaison, Rare Neurology

AstraZeneca

Senior Medical Science Liaison acting as a peer scientific expert for rare diseases in the Midwest. Managing HCP relationships and supporting medical strategies within the healthcare environment.

Posted 7/15/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois, Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $174,455 - $261,682 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in HCP engagement and relationship building, with a strong foundation in clinical knowledge and the ability to communicate complex scientific information effectively. Proven track record in the neurology therapeutic area and experience as a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) are essential.

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HCP EngagementMedical Science Liaison (MSL)Neurology ExperienceCommunication SkillsClinical Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Clinical KnowledgeScientific CommunicationHCP Engagement PlanningData AnalysisMedical Strategy Development

Soft Skills

Time ManagementTeam CollaborationIndependent Decision-MakingGoal AchievementRelationship Building

Certifications & Qualifications

MDPharmDPhD

Industry Keywords

Healthcare SystemTherapeutic AreaScientific ExchangeClinical InformationHCP Insights

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Evaluate their territory to profile and identify the HCPs to engage and build relationships with
Develop clear, succinct, impactful HCP engagement plans, aligned with medical strategic goals and objectives
Gains and maintains HCPs' trust and respect by effectively providing and communicating relevant scientific/medical information
Gathers and disseminates HCP insights as appropriate internally to help inform the medical strategy
Supports scientific exchange of product/disease state with external stakeholders
Ensures HCPs and stakeholders receive focused and balanced clinical and scientific information
Maintains proficient knowledge of the current US healthcare system environment

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years of professional experience in a clinical setting or related therapeutic area
BS Degree in Biological Sciences or related major
MD, PharmD, or PhD in biological sciences strongly preferred and/or a minimum of 2 years track record of success as an MSL
Experience in Neurology strongly preferred
Has excellent communication skills (oral and written)
Energetically embraces responsibilities and demonstrates the ability to achieve goals
Functions well as part of a cross-functional team
Exhibits excellent time management
Able to work independently
Must have shown considerable and consistent high performance as MSL and demonstration of appropriate independent decision-making skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Retirement programs
Paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves)