Medical Science Liaison

Medical Science Liaison (MSL) GI Switzerland (100%) W-CH

In this function, you will be a scientific expert in the field (70–80% field time), with a specific focus on engaging in high-level scientific exchange, building and maintaining peer-to-peer relationships with external experts, understanding and uncovering unmet medical needs, and generating relevant insights. In addition, you will support the cross-functional team active in the Therapeutic Area of gastrointestinal cancer to ensure that they can optimally contribute to their specific tasks.

Your main tasks

• Work in a cross-functional brand team as a medical-scientific expert in the therapeutic area.
• Help develop the medical product strategy and its implementation within the framework of the brand plan, based, among other things, on the customer insights you gather in the field.
• Build and maintain peer-level relationships with key external experts (70–80% field time) to support the understanding of the Swiss market and clinical dynamics and to engage with the medical/scientific community in a highly credible, balanced, and objective manner, representing AstraZeneca’s dedication to and excellence in science.
• Develop solid Field Engagement Plans and cross-functional Account Management Plans.
• Work closely with Regulatory, Market Access, Marketing, and other functions on field-related medical issues and help support the oncology compounds throughout their entire lifecycle.
• Support local, regional, and global AstraZeneca clinical research programs and externally sponsored research projects.
• Help create meaningful real-world evidence data-generation projects in collaboration with the brand team across the lifecycle of the brands in your therapeutic areas.
• Provide medical-scientific input on our sales promotion and other activities, including their implementation and potentially the materials used.
• Help set up and provide medical-scientific training and further education in your therapeutic area for the sales force and other AZ personnel.
• Organize and execute scientific events such as symposia and other educational initiatives for healthcare professionals.
• Organize and participate in (regional) advisory board meetings.
• Build and maintain expertise in your therapeutic area through continuous education and participation in national and international congresses and AstraZeneca events.
• Support the Medical Governance Team (Medical Information / Patient Safety) in handling external medical and scientific requests.
• Ensure compliance with all local regulatory requirements and AstraZeneca Local and Global Policies and Guidelines.

Your Profile

• University degree in a health-related scientific field, such as an MD or PhD.
• Good understanding of the execution of field medical affairs plans; previous knowledge of oncology is a strong plus.
• Professional experience working in the pharmaceutical industry, preferably as an MSL or within Medical Affairs in the therapeutic area mentioned above; experience in clinical research will also be considered and is a plus.
• Thorough knowledge of local regulatory and market access requirements related to medical affairs activities.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the legal and ethical framework and procedural guidelines that apply to the promotion and approval of medicinal products in Switzerland (Pharmacodex, Compliance).
• Quick self-learner with the ability and willingness to work both in a team and independently.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Very good spoken and written French and English.
• Good written and spoken German is a plus.
• High level of scientific knowledge and ability to analyze and process clinical and scientific data.
• Experience liaising with healthcare professionals.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex technical, scientific, or medical information to a broad range of audiences.
• Driving license and willingness to drive throughout Switzerland.

We offer

• A lively, interesting, and international environment.
• An exciting challenge in a successful pharmaceutical company with a highly innovative product portfolio.
• An attractive package, including a company car, rounds off this interesting offer.

Why AstraZeneca?

We are dedicated to being a Great Place to Work, where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There is no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients, and society.

We foster an inclusive culture that champions diversity, collaboration, and continuous learning, while supporting personal and professional growth. We are on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

Join us and become part of an innovation-driven company that continues to stand among the leaders in the biopharmaceutical industry.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Date Posted

11-Nov-2026

Closing Date

18-Nov-2026

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.