Medical Science Liaison (m/f/d) – CVRM (South Austria)

Medical Science Liaison (m/f/d) – CVRM (South Austria)

Locations: Parts of Vienna, Burgenland, Styria, Carinthia)

AstraZeneca is one of the world’s leading biopharmaceutical companies, focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of prescription medicines. We serve millions of patients in more than 100 countries. In Austria, we are committed to scientific leadership and to shaping the market through innovative and patient-focused approaches.

We are expanding our field medical presence with an additional Medical Science Liaison (MSL) in CVRM. In this 80% field-based role, you will act as a scientific expert, driving high-quality scientific exchange with external experts, identifying and analyzing medical needs, and generating insights that help advance patient care and therapeutic approaches. You will also support the cross-functional therapeutic area team to ensure strong collaboration and effective execution across functions.

This role requires a high level of professionalism, scientific credibility, and dedication to support our medical and business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Scientific exchange: Build and maintain peer-level relationships with key external experts, spending approximately 80% of working time in the field to support understanding of the Austrian market and clinical landscape, and to engage with the medical and scientific community in a highly credible, balanced, and objective manner.

• Insight generation: Identify local medical practices, trends, and knowledge or evidence gaps, and share relevant insights with internal stakeholders.

• Medical planning: Work closely with the Medical Affairs Manager to plan and implement medical and clinical activities.

• Study support: Provide scientific support to investigators and study sites participating in AstraZeneca clinical studies or non-interventional studies (NIS).

• Medical events: Plan and conduct advisory boards, round tables, and regional medical education events in both virtual and face-to-face formats.

• Presentations and training: Prepare and deliver scientific presentations at external events, as well as medical training for new employees and ongoing internal education.

• Continuous learning: Maintain and regularly update your scientific and practical knowledge through participation in conferences and training events.

• Medical information: Respond to medical inquiries in a timely, accurate, and compliant manner.

• Cross-functional collaboration: Collaborate closely with Regulatory, Market Access, Diagnostics, Marketing, and other internal functions.

Your Profile

• Completed degree in Medicine, Natural Sciences, or Pharmacy; a PhD is an advantage.

• Research experience is required; prior experience in Medical Affairs is an advantage but not essential.

• Experience or research in the cardiovascular, renal, and metabolic (CVRM) area, particularly in hypertension, chronic kidney disease (CKD), and diabetes, is an advantage.

• Ability to interpret and communicate scientific data effectively to different target groups.

• Excellent presentation skills in both virtual and face-to-face settings.

• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

• Excellent coordination skills, a high degree of independence, and a structured approach to work.

• Openness, curiosity, and a strong willingness to learn.

• Fluency in English and German is required.

• Willingness to travel extensively within the assigned territory.

We Offer

• Compensation: Base salary of €67,000 gross/year on a full-time basis, with the possibility of overpayment depending on qualifications and experience.

• Bonus opportunities linked to company performance

• Comprehensive benefits, including a company pension scheme and supplementary insurance

• Flexible working hours with hybrid working models

• Support for continuous learning and development

• The opportunity to work for a leading company in sustainable healthcare

Why AstraZeneca?

A career at AstraZeneca is more than just a job. It is an opportunity to take responsibility and help shape a healthier future for patients and society. We believe in the potential of our people and support them in growing beyond what they thought possible. We actively invest in their development and create opportunities for them to discover what they can achieve, regardless of where they begin their journey with us.

Date Posted

07-Mai-2026

Closing Date

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.