Regional Liaison Director, Renal

AstraZeneca; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 211,000 - 317,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Short-term incentive bonuses

Equity-based awards

Commission for salaried roles

Retirement programs

Paid time off

Health coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Job summary

AstraZeneca is seeking a Renal Regional Liaison Director to lead Medical Affairs strategies in the cardiovascular and renal care space. You will oversee a Field Medical Affairs team and ensure MSLs deliver impactful clinical outcomes that advance patient care.

The role requires deep experience in product launch and strategy, strong leadership, and the ability to travel >50% to engage health-system accounts and payer partnerships.

Qualifications

• Doctorate or equivalent degree or experience in life sciences or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of pharmaceutical industry experience leading Field Medical Affairs teams
• Experience in product launch development and execution
• Experience with product strategy development and execution
• Experience partnering with Payer Medical, Commercial teams and internal matrix partners
• Strong drug information communication expertise
• Willingness to travel >50%

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Field Medical Affairs team to execute Medical Affairs strategies.
• Guide collection of medical insights and communicate actionable items to internal stakeholders.
• Recruit, hire, and retain talent; facilitate scientific training and professional development.
• Oversee team budget and resources; ensure compliance with guidelines and policies.
• Drive performance and business impact through strategic leadership and collaboration.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Strategic thinking

Entrepreneurial spirit

Team management

Stakeholder engagement

Travel readiness

Education

Doctorate or equivalent in life sciences/health

Job description

Are you ready to lead the charge in transforming cardiovascular and renal care? As the Renal Regional Liaison Director (RLD), you'll be at the forefront of executing Medical Affairs strategies that align with our business objectives. You'll lead and manage a dynamic Field Medical Affairs team, driving innovation and collaboration to support therapeutic area and brand medical plans. Your leadership will ensure that our Medical Science Liaison (MSL) team delivers impactful clinical outcomes that advance patient care.

Accountabilities

In this pivotal role, you'll guide the collection of medical insights and communicate actionable items to internal stakeholders. You'll lead change initiatives in the field, fostering a culture of accountability and innovation. Your responsibilities include managing direct reports, recruiting, hiring, and retention, as well as facilitating scientific training and professional development. You'll oversee team financial resources and ensure compliance with guidelines and policies, all while driving performance and business impact.

Essential Skills/Experience

• Doctorate in Bio-Sciences, Pharmacology, Pharmacy, Nursing, Medicine, PA/NP or equivalent degree or experience
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in pharmaceutical industry preferably leading Field Medical Affairs teams or as member of a Field Medical Affairs team with strong leadership capabilities preferably in the Health System space
• Experience in product launch development and execution
• Experience with product strategy development and execution
• Experience working in an account base setting partnering with Payer Medical, Commercial Account Directors, and other internal matrix partners
• Demonstrated expertise in drug information communication
• Enthusiasm for coaching to and contributing to Advancing Patient Care in Health System Accounts
• Strong entrepreneurial spirit
• Thorough knowledge of FDA requirements
• Basic knowledge/understanding of health economic principles and clinical trials
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
• Ability to travel > 50%

Desirable Skills/Experience

• Previous management experience in Medical Affairs or Clinical Development
• 3-4 years of pharmaceutical Medical Science Liaison experience
• Minimum of 3 years-experience in Cardiovascular/Renal (academia, pharmaceutical, or other)

Why AstraZeneca?

When we put diverse cross‑functional teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life‑changing medicines. Join us in our unique and ambitious world. AstraZeneca offers an environment where you can be at the forefront of healthcare innovation. With opportunities to shape medical practices and contribute to groundbreaking changes in cardiorenal treatment strategies, you'll find yourself immersed in a fast‑paced, collaborative atmosphere. Our commitment to improving patients' lives drives us to leverage science and technology efficiently. Here, you'll be part of a thriving team that encourages development without borders.

The annual base pay for this position ranges from $211,111 to $316,666. Our positions offer eligibility for various incentives—an opportunity to receive short-term incentive bonuses, equity-based awards for salaried roles and commissions for sales roles. Benefits offered include qualified retirement programs, paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves), as well as health, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.

Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form.