Cvrm Medical Science Liaison Lead

At **AstraZeneca**, we are driven by a bold ambition: to push the boundaries of science and transform the future of medicine. Guided by innovation, collaboration, and a deep commitment to patients, we work every day to make a meaningful difference in healthcare and in patients’ lives. We are currently looking for an **MSL Lead (CVRM)** to join our **Medical Affairs team in Poland**. This is an exciting opportunity to play a leading role in strengthening AstraZeneca’s position in the **cardiovascular, renal and metabolic (CVRM)** therapy area, while shaping impactful medical initiatives and supporting the development of a high-performing field medical team. This role reports directly to the **CVRM Therapy Area Lead**. **What you will do** As **MSL Lead**, you will work closely with the **Therapy Area Lead**, **Medical Managers**, and cross-functional stakeholders to shape and deliver the medical strategy for the CVRM therapy area. You will lead the **MSL team**, support high-quality scientific exchange with healthcare professionals and key external experts, and help drive initiatives that improve patient care and outcomes across the healthcare system. You will also play an important role in coaching and developing team members, building strong strategic and functional capabilities, and ensuring the team delivers on key priorities with excellence. **Key responsibilities** * **Co-create and implement the medical strategy** in partnership with the **Medical TA Lead**, relevant **Medical Managers**, and cross-functional stakeholders * **Identify unmet medical needs** and evidence gaps, and help design medical solutions that support better patient care and treatment outcomes * **Lead the MSL team** in scientific engagement with healthcare professionals and key external experts across both marketed products and molecules in clinical development * **Support transforming care initiatives** by engaging relevant healthcare stakeholders in projects that improve therapeutic outcomes * **Ensure timely and high-quality delivery** of key team objectives * **Coach, mentor, and develop team members** to strengthen both strategic thinking and functional excellence * **Drive capability development planning** in collaboration with the **Therapy Area Lead** **Minimum requirements** * **Master’s degree** in **life sciences** or a related field * At least **2 years of experience** in **Medical Affairs** * Experience in **product launches** or in the development and execution of **medical strategy** * Experience working in **cross-functional teams** * Ability to lead **scientific discussions** and communicate scientific content effectively to different audiences * Very good command of **English** and **Polish** * Strong understanding of the **pharmaceutical industry** and the **healthcare system** * Valid **driving license** **Preferred qualifications** * Background in **biology, pharmacy, medicine**, or a related discipline * **Advanced scientific degree** in **life sciences** or a related field * Experience as a **Medical Manager, Medical Advisor, MSL**, or in a similar **Medical Affairs** role * Experience managing a **field Medical team** * Approximately **5 years of experience** in **Medical Affairs** * Strong **leadership** and **people management** skills **Why join AstraZeneca** This is more than a leadership role — it is an opportunity to help shape the future of medical engagement in one of AstraZeneca’s key therapy areas. You will join a company where science leads, innovation matters, and collaboration drives impact. Here, you will have the chance to grow as a leader, work alongside talented experts, and contribute to better care for patients every day. If you are passionate about science, leadership, and making a real impact in healthcare, we would love to hear from you. **Date Posted** 29-lip-2026 **Closing Date** 29-wrz-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.