Medical Science Liaison - GI Cancers

Do you have Medical Science Liaison experience and a passion for scientific exchange regarding a fast-evolving pipeline? Would you like to apply your expertise and collaborative approach to help shape pre-launch strategy and transform care for patients with gastrointestinal cancers? Then AstraZeneca could be the place for you.

About AstraZeneca

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialisation of prescription medicines, primarily for the treatment of diseases in four therapy areas – Oncology; Cardiovascular, Renal and Metabolism (CVRM); Respiratory & Immunology (R&I); and Rare Disease.

At AstraZeneca Australia, we have worked for more than 60 years to deliver the best value to patients. We advance the frontiers of science to provide life-changing medicines.

We are proud to have one of the broadest and deepest Oncology pipelines in the business, and we are working towards our big ambitions with entrepreneurial thinking and innovation.

What you’ll do

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’ll support scientific exchange, insight gathering and evidence generation across a dynamic and growing pipeline.

You’ll have opportunities to contribute to launch readiness and future portfolio evolution. You will work cross-functionally to align global science with local healthcare needs and help deliver strategic, scalable, and balanced impact for patients.

Responsibilities include:

• 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 for the role

• 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

• Strong 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 for the role

• Experience in gastrointestinal cancers, eg. 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

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

So, what’s next!

• Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you.
• Are you ready to bring new ideas and fresh thinking to the table? Brilliant! We have one seat available and we hope it’s yours. Apply now!

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Where can I find out more?

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AstraZeneca in Australia has been formally recognised as a SIlver Tier Employer within the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI). Visit our ANZ Careers Page -www.astrazeneca.com.au/careers.html  to learn more about our commitment to fostering a flexible, diverse, and inclusive environment.

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Date Posted

02-July-2026

Closing Date

02-Aug-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.

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 authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.