Diagnostic Scientific Liaison (DSL) Oncology Switzerland – (100%)

About the job

Diagnostic Scientific Liaison (DSL)

Location: Switzerland
Department: Oncology Diagnostics
Position Type: Field-Based

AstraZeneca is a global, innovation-driven biopharmaceutical business that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialization of prescription medicines, primarily for the treatment of Cardiovascular, Renal and Metabolic Diseases, Oncology, Respiratory and Immunology diseases. AstraZeneca operates in over 100 countries, and its innovative medicines are used by millions of patients worldwide. For more information please visit: www.astrazeneca.com

About the Role

The Diagnostic Scientific Liaison (DSL) is a field‑based scientific expert in diagnostics and biomarker testing. In this role, you will support diagnostic excellence in Oncology, ensuring high‑quality biomarker testing for AstraZeneca’s marketed products and pipeline therapies. You will collaborate with pathologists, molecular biologists, lab technicians, geneticists, and oncologists across Switzerland.

You will generate valuable insights, build strategic partnerships, and contribute to a robust national diagnostic infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

Scientific & Diagnostic Expertise

• Develop and maintain deep expertise in biomarker testing aligned with AZ Oncology brands.

Internal Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Serve as an educational resource for and collaborate with cross-functional team.
• Share insights and actively contribute to key account and brand planning processes.

Insights & Strategy

• Generate diagnostic insights on trends, competition, and barriers across the testing pathway.
• Support national brand strategies with diagnostic intelligence & implement the national diagnostic strategy.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Identify, build relationship and collaborate with local and national key diagnostic experts (KEEs).Plan, conduct, and follow up on scientific customer interactions.
• Act as a technical and scientific diagnostic expert for external stakeholders in a non‑promotional, objective manner.
• Work closely with diagnostic companies and laboratory networks.

External Events & Congresses

• Participate in national diagnostic meetings and international congresses.
• Organize and lead diagnostic advisory boards and educational workshops.

Diagnostic Initiatives

• Contribute to establishing and maintaining high‑quality diagnostic testing pathways.
• Support or foster diagnostic projects in laboratories to optimize the availability, access and accuracy to biomarker tests, incl.  validation projects and ring trials.

Compliance & Culture

• Ensure compliance with internal policies (Code of Conduct, Ethical Interaction Policy, GxP, SOPs) and external regulations (EFPIA, Swissmedic, scienceindustries).
• Embody AstraZeneca’s values and contribute positively to team culture.

Education & Experience Requirements

• University degree: MD, PhD in Life Sciences, or equivalent (e.g., Biomedical Analyst).
• Strong knowledge and experience in pathology, diagnostics, and/or biomarker testing in oncology.
• Experience in pharma, diagnostics, or molecular laboratory settings.
• Understanding of the Swiss diagnostic landscape; established relationships with pathologists are an advantage.
• Familiarity with local healthcare regulations.
• Ability to communicate scientific information effectively and engage healthcare professionals confidently.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, moderation, and training skills.
• Strong stakeholder and relationship management abilities.
• Comfortable using digital engagement platforms and diagnostic tools.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Highly organized, proactive, curious, and a strong team player.
• Fluent in German and English (French is an advantage).
• Willingness to travel frequently (approx. 60% within Switzerland).

Disclaimer:

AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer. AstraZeneca 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. AstraZeneca only employs individuals with the right to work in the country/ies where the role is advertised.

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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.