Diagnostic Scientific Liaison

AstraZeneca GmbH; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

AstraZeneca is seeking a hybrid Diagnostics Liaison to bridge molecular diagnostics expertise with field engagement in Malaysia. The role blends office work with substantial field time, driving local diagnostic strategies and collaborating with scientists, sales, and healthcare professionals to improve testing access and quality.

Ideal candidates will have a life sciences background, hands-on molecular diagnostics experience, and the ability to build strong external relationships in the oncology

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree; preferably in health sciences, life sciences or biomedical sciences.
• Thorough knowledge of molecular diagnostics technologies (NGS, ISH).
• Understanding of local molecular diagnostic and clinical testing landscape, especially oncology.
• Proven ability to communicate and build strong relationships with external customers including patients, prescribers, payers, providers.

Responsibilities

• Hybrid role combining field-based and office-based diagnostic professional activities.
• Gain insights through field engagement (≈50% time) to aid local diagnostic strategies.
• Identify barriers and unmet needs of diagnostics testing through engagement with labs and HCPs.
• Execute tactical local plans to support and educate on appropriate testing.
• Responsible for compiling diagnostics data and monitoring testing performance.
• Work in coordination with Field Sales, Medical Science Liaisons, and cross-functional teams.
• Primary contact of external diagnostics stakeholders.

Skills

Molecular diagnostics

Laboratory experience

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in health sciences or biomedical sciences

Tools

NGS

ISH

Job description

AstraZeneca is a global, innovation-driven BioPharmaceutical business that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialization of prescription medicines for some of the world's most serious disease. But we're more than one of the world's leading pharmaceutical companies.

A place where the patient journey is considered holistically, beyond developing medicines. Backed by the science at every step, powered to make a difference. We work together as a team of highly skilled professionals to get the best results for diagnosis and treatment that will have the potential to transform the lives of those with unmet needs.

At AstraZeneca we fuse the worlds of Medical and Commercial to spot opportunities and pioneer approaches that better serve our patients. Bridging Commercial and Scientific goals, we apply our people and leadership skills to launch cutting-edge products into our growing healthcare ecosystem.

It takes a holistic mindset to treat each unique patient and tailor the whole experience - from early diagnosis to treatment. With a strong foundation of science and ethics, we run fast but never compromise on doing the right thing. Working at pace in our ever-changing, ambiguous markets takes creativity and imagination. We always feel supported to do this, learning from our failures and working as a team to win together. Curious problem-solvers, it takes more than big dreams to make an impact here. We step up and take accountability to deliver new ways of doing things that will create a better future for our markets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Diagnostic liaison role will be a hybrid of field-based and office-based diagnostic professional with scientific, diagnostics, and therapeutic area expertise.
• Gain insights through field engagement (50% of time in field) to aid in the development of local diagnostic strategies
• Identify barriers and unmet needs of diagnostics testing through engagement with histo lab, molecular diagnostics labs, lab networks and HCPs
• Execution of tactical plans locally to support and educate on appropriate testing.
• Responsible for compiling diagnostics data, monitoring the number and performance of testing to ensure labs providing timely, high quality in-market companion diagnostics / testing solutions.
• Work in full coordination with the Field Sales Team, Medical Scientific Liaisons, and cross functional team to carry out tactical plans and provide responses to diagnostics inquires
• Primary point of contact of external diagnostics stakeholders, e.g., pathologists or molecular pathologists, molecular diagnostics kit suppliers, scientific experts, laboratory team, Health Care Professionals (HCP), and scientific organizations.

Essential Requirements:

• Undergraduate degree; preferably an advanced degree in health sciences, life sciences or biomedical sciences.
• Thorough knowledge of the molecular diagnostics technologies e.g., NGS, ISH, etc. Preferably with hands on experience in molecular lab.
• Understanding of local molecular diagnostic and clinical testing landscape especially in oncology field. Experience in oncology diagnostic and pharmaceutical company will be an advantage.
• Proven ability to communicate and build strong collaborative relationships with a broad base of external customers including patients, prescribers, payers, providers, and thorough knowledge of diagnostic test regulatory environment (preferred)

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.

AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without discrimination on grounds of disability, sex or sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity leave status, race or national or ethnic origin, age, religion or belief, gender identity or re-assignment, marital or civil partnership status, protected veteran status (if applicable) or any other characteristic protected by law. We only employ individuals with the right to work in the country/ies where the role is advertised.

Date Posted

13-Ogo-2026

Closing Date

12-Sep-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.