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Overview Medical Science Liaison, Hematology and Nephrology, Mountain West. The MSL is a field-based scientific expert that supports medical and scientific objectives across product life cycles, communicating accurate science to Healthcare Practitioners (HCPs) within a geographic area and managing relationships with HCPs and Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs). The MSL identifies collaboration opportunities with Alexion, AstraZeneca Rare Disease, and serves as a liaison internally to Medical Directors, USMA Leadership Team, and cross-functional partners. The role requires problem solving, proactive engagement, and innovation to achieve medical goals and objectives. Location: Field-based with travel within territory; home-based office. Travel expectations and specific logistics described in the Additional Role Requirements. You Will Be Responsible For HCP relationship management: Evaluate territory to profile and identify HCPs to engage, identify centers of excellence, and develop engagement plans aligned with medical strategic goals; adjust plans based on quarterly priorities. Gains HCPs’ trust by providing and communicating relevant scientific/medical information on the company’s products and disease states; gather and disseminate HCP insights to inform medical strategy. Develops strong working relationships across external business settings. Knowledge, Skills, And Experience Keeps current with scientific knowledge within assigned products and therapeutic area; supports scientific exchange with external stakeholders as needed; provides relevant information to internal teams; demonstrates understanding of real-world evidence and HEOR. Research & Development: Understands clinical study design and protocols; ensures HCPs receive focused and balanced clinical and scientific information; develops expertise in applicable research outcomes for credible discussions; supports externally sponsored research and trials where appropriate. US Healthcare system knowledge: Understands current US healthcare environment and its impact on the rare disease ecosystem; basic understanding of managed markets and information flow in managed care and government organizations. You Will Need To Have Minimum Education MD, PharmD, or PhD in biological sciences strongly preferred; clinical experience in a relevant therapeutic area OR track record of success as an MSL. Minimum Experience Industry experience preferred but not mandatory; if no industry experience, therapeutic area experience is preferred. Specific Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Excellent communication (oral and written); strong personal initiative; ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team; strong time management; leadership potential. Additional Role Requirements Office is home-based. Travel within region 3-4 days per week with 1-2 office days per week; roughly 70% travel expected. Required travel to medical meetings, team meetings and other group meetings (including possible weekends). Candidate must live within the territory; work in field environment; use computer, phone, video, and electronic messaging; travel by public transport, automobile, train, or plane; adaptability to schedule changes. All activities conducted per Alexion, AstraZeneca Rare Disease policies. Note: climate action and EV policy may affect travel logistics. Date Posted: 09-Sep-2025 Closing Date: 29-Sep-2025 Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology #J-18808-Ljbffr Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

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