Medical Science Liaison in Rare Diseases - Based in Athens

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**Medical Science Liaison in** **Rare Diseases - Based in Athens** Do you want to be part of changing the practice of medicine forever? Do you want to make impact to patients with our leading pipeline? Do you want to bring out your best self in our dynamic and diverse environment? Do you want to build a leading and meaningful career? Then AstraZeneca might be the place for you! It’s a place for continuous learning, exchanging knowledge and building best practices to grow your career. **ABOUT ASTRAZENECA** AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialisation of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we’re more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. Here you will have the opportunity to get to make your mark as you do something rewarding for patients, healthcare and our wider society. Jump in and be a part of it. We are working to change treatment paradigms across these diseases, through innovative strategies, compelling scientific evidence and differentiated medicines. We are results-driven and ambitious, we thrive in our vibrant environment. There’s a fusion of support, trust and agility that allows us to be hands-on and take ownership as we run fast to stay ahead. **SITE DESCRIPTION** Welcome to Athens, one of over 400 sites here at AstraZeneca, providing a collaborative environment where everyone feels comfortable and able to be themselves is at the core of AstraZeneca’s priorities, it’s important to us that you bring your full self to work every day. To help you maintain your best self. **BUSINESS AREA** In Medical Affairs, we change the practice of medicine and improve the patient experience by generating and communicating compelling medical evidence. Come and be part of a talented, cross-functional team working together to improve lives and make the biggest possible impact for patients, science and society. **What you will do** We currently have an opportunity for a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) to join us in our Rare Diseases team. Medical Science Liaison is a field based role, with the responsibility to implement the medical plan, supporting AZ’s products through scientific and therapeutic expertise. The MSL has deep content knowledge about specific disease states, available products, and investigational compounds, as well as detailed knowledge about research, regulatory and medical education environments, and related processes. The MSL role is key to the facilitation of scientific exchange between AZ and the Scientific Expert community, with the opportunity to improve patient outcomes by providing needed information that addresses important clinical and scientific questions. This position reports to the Medical Lead. **Essential for the role** - Bachelor’s degree and Master’s degree or Ph.D. in health sciences - Project management / cross-functional collaboration skills / execution - Team player with communication and presentation skills - Quick self-learner - Availability to travel - Fluent in Greek and English **Desirable for the role** - Previous pharmaceutical industry experience within Medical Affairs - 1-2 years of relevant clinical or therapeutic experience will be considered an asset **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.* - *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.* **Where can I find out more?** Our Social Media, Follow AstraZeneca on LinkedIn Follow AstraZeneca on Facebook Follow AstraZeneca on Instagram **Official recruitment communications** AstraZeneca will contact candidates only via official AstraZeneca email domains (e.g., @astrazeneca.com) and our verified channels. Please verify the sender’s email domain on any message you receive. Do not share personal or sensitive information (e.g., ID numbers, bank details, passwords) via non-AstraZeneca addresses or unverified channels. If you receive outreach that seems suspicious, do not respond, instead, report it to the appropriate AstraZeneca contact for this posting or reach out through our official careers’ channels. **Date Posted** 07-Σεπ-2026 **Closing Date** 21-Σεπ-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.