Medical Science Liaison/Sr. Medical Science Liaison – Oncology - WEST

Brief team/department description:

Medical Affairs at Azurity Pharmaceuticals, a privately held company delivering innovative medicines for overlooked patients across 50+ countries, drives scientific and clinical initiatives with a portfolio of 30+ brands spanning 10 dosage forms and 9 therapeutic areas.

The Oncology Senior Medical Science Liaison (MSL)/MSL is a US-based field position within the Medical Affairs Department, reporting to the MSL US Lead. This MSL will cover the West region of the US, including CA, WA, OR, CO, UT.

MSLs are the primary communicators of Azurity Pharmaceuticals within a specific geography with healthcare professionals and population-based decision makers. MSLs are the field scientific experts within Oncology and treatment options within this therapeutic area.

Principle Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary field-based scientific liaison and point of contact for Medical Affairs, engaging appropriately with national and regional thought leaders and healthcare professionals across academic and community settings.
• Identify, establish, and maintain scientific relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) within the assigned territory to support scientific exchange, clinical strategy, and educational initiatives.
• In an accurate, fair, and balanced manner, exchange up-to-date scientific, clinical, and therapeutic information with external stakeholders, enabling informed discussions on disease states, clinical data, compounds, and treatment landscapes.
• Collect, interpret, and communicate actionable field insights—including competitive intelligence, clinical trends, treatment patterns, and investigator perspectives—to internal stakeholders to inform strategy and decision-making.
• Provide scientific support for company-sponsored and investigator-initiated trials, including site identification, feasibility, initiation, patient accrual discussions, and ongoing communication with investigators and research staff.
• Support education related to AE management where appropriate. Respond to unsolicited request for Medical Information associated with supported products and disease state area.
• Represent the company at scientific congresses, symposia, advisory boards, and investigator meetings, providing session summaries, gathering insights, and delivering recommendations to internal teams.
• Assist in the planning, execution, and facilitation of advisory boards, consultant meetings, and other scientific engagements, ensuring productive scientific dialogue and alignment with Medical Affairs objectives.
• Deliver high-quality scientific presentations and educational sessions, both one-on-one and in group settings, for healthcare providers in academic and community environments.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional partners, including colleagues in Clinical Development, Operations, Commercial (within guidelines), and strategic alliance partners, serving as a scientific resource across the organization.
• Maintain deep therapeutic, clinical, and product knowledge, including disease states, emerging data, competitive products, and relevant scientific literature, to support credible and collegial scientific exchange.
• Support internal scientific training and assist in the development of field-based resources, training materials, and special projects that enhance Medical Affairs capabilities.
• Manage the assigned territory with a high level of organization, communication, judgment, and professionalism, contributing to the success of the broader MSL team and Medical Affairs organization.
• Apply all Medical Affairs SOPs, regulatory, legal, and compliance guidelines while executing field activities and scientific interactions.
• Demonstrate adaptability, focus, and composure in uncertain or fast-paced settings while operating with minimal direction.
• Travel: Up to 60% travel is required to attend medical conferences, engage with KOLs, and support field-based activities within the US.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Education:

• Advanced terminal degree (PharmD, PhD, MD, DO) OR other advanced medical degree (NP, PA, etc.) w/ 2+ years relevant therapeutic area clinical experience is required.
• Additional oncology-specific certifications (BCOP, AOCNP) highly desirable

Experience:

• 5+ years relevant work experience (clinical, fellowship, or research experience) and/or related pharmaceutical industry work experience is required.

Skills:

• Thorough knowledge or experience in Hematology/Oncology and/or Immunology is highly preferred
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a passion for excellence
• Demonstrated ability to present effective and influential oral presentations
• Self-motivated with strategic thinking and strong geographical management skills
• Deep scientific expertise - stays abreast of data, treatment trends, and new information in the profession and ability to articulate therapeutic knowledge and translate expert feedback into appropriate insights
• Adept at developing relationships and building networks
• Ability to work effectively in a time and independently
• Excellent organizational skills and decision-making abilities. Skillfully plans, prioritizes, and executes multiple responsibilities and projects.
• Knowledge of relevant healthcare systems, the evolving medical landscape, regulatory and payer environment, public health and industry trends.
• Proficiency in digital tools.
• Travel frequently up to 60%, including occasional weekends. Ability to fly or drive to various meetings
• Candidate must reside within the territory or within a 30 min commute from the nearest territory border focusing on both community and academic sites

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