Global MSL Excellence Director

Company: AstraZeneca
Location: Montgomery Village
Posted on: July 1, 2025

Job Description:

The Global MSL Excellence Director for Oncology is accountable for ensuring the strategic alignment of MSL activities and the development, delivery, and reporting of prioritised MSL Excellence initiatives to strengthen MSL capabilities across AZ regions and affiliate organisation for the Oncology Business Unit. Working in collaboration with the OBU Medical Excellence teams, Global Medical Affairs Leaders, and Field Medical Leaders, you will provide strategic direction, implement programs to build Oncology-specific MSL and MSL Leader capabilities, and shape the future field medical role in Oncology. Accountabilities Act as a MSL subject matter expert to AZ global initiatives where Oncology MSLs are implicated. Provide insight, guidance, influence and expertise that ensures global vision for field medical roles are well understood Devise and implement Global MSL Excellence deliverables (e.g. Field Medical Strategic Planning, insight evaluation, clinical trial delivery and reporting, etc.) to ensure optimisation of Global/local field medical strategies. Provide robust strategic guidance and insights to stakeholders regarding the diverse needs of Field Medical worldwide, to support alignment of initiatives with company priorities Execute on rigorous insight generation process, defining Global priorities, capture and report across Local markets to strengthen business impact and value – including insights process and platform optimisation Scope and inform functionality enhancements of Field Medical systems/digital tools to support in-field effectiveness and external engagement, and embed consistent utilization across Local markets Use business knowledge and customer-focused ethos to champion innovative and scalable Global MSL Excellence initiatives across the function and that result in valued outcomes and maximum in-country impact Conduct ad-hoc analyses on field medical deliverables and initiatives to proactively escalate issues, propose solutions and modify strategies Lead evolution and implementation of Field Medical professional development & continual learning programs that ensure excellence in onboarding, and enhance MSL/MSL manager performance and impact Essential Skills/Experience Advanced degree in scientific discipline or applicable Health Sciences field Experience (~5 years) in an MSL organization, including leadership of Field Medical teams Experience of working in Global and/or Regional Medical Affairs role Experience working in the oncology therapeutic area Deep understanding of medical strategy, clinical development, field medical roles and Medical Affairs and the impact on field medical strategy Proven track record of delivering above country programs that support the operational excellence, leadership and coaching of high performing field medical individuals or teams Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to influence without authority Desirable Skills/Experience Experience in MSL performance management and outcomes-based reporting Exceptional ability to provide strategic leadership across Global and local cross-functional matrices Clear understanding of the compliance requirements and governing bodies for MSL programs Effective problem solving using creative solutions and project management skills Experience of and ability to provide strategic leadership across cross functional working groups The annual base pay for this position ranges from $193,281.60 - $289,922.40. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program. Benefits offered include a qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and, health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. Why AstraZeneca? When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. Thats why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesnt mean were not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world. At AstraZeneca, we work on the cutting-edge with one of the broadest and deepest Oncology pipelines in the business. Our team is dedicated to advancing our pipeline by applying scientific expertise and accelerating our pathway to finding a cure. We are committed to changing the practice of medicine and improving patient experiences by generating compelling medical evidence. Our collaborative culture fosters innovation, openness, and transparency, empowering each team member to drive their development. Ready to make a difference? Apply now to join our team! 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.

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