Medical Science Liaison

Lock Search Group; Greater Toronto Area; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Medical Science Liaison to enhance partnerships with healthcare professionals in the Greater Toronto Area. This field-based role emphasizes the delivery of unbiased scientific insights and collaboration with cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in medical affairs, with the ability to communicate complex scientific information clearly and effectively. Join a dynamic team dedicated to advancing healthcare through innovative solutions and impactful relationships.

Qualifications

• Minimum MSc required; MD or PharmD is an asset.
• 2+ years in MSL or related medical affairs role.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with healthcare professionals and share scientific insights.
• Collaborate with teams to support strategic planning in therapeutic areas.

Skills

Medical Science Liaison experience

Scientific communication

Clinical trial knowledge

Product launch experience

Regulatory knowledge

Education

MSc

MD or PharmD

Job description

Job Title: Medical Science Liaison Location: Greater Toronto Area Overview: Our client is seeking an experienced Medical Science Liaison (MSL) to join their team in the Greater Toronto Area. This field-based role will focus on building strong scientific partnerships with healthcare professionals (HCPs) and sharing accurate, balanced, and non-promotional information about our products and research. Key Responsibilities:

• Cultivate and maintain trusted, collaborative relationships with HCPs by delivering clear and unbiased scientific insights about our products, pipeline, and therapeutic areas.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support strategic planning and execution within the assigned therapeutic area.
• Stay current on scientific developments through literature reviews, medical congress participation, and internal training to maintain expertise and gather relevant competitor intelligence.
• Support internal teams (e.g., medical, marketing, sales) by providing scientific training and updates aligned with therapeutic goals.
• Contribute to the organization and execution of advisory boards and other scientific exchange activities.
• Gather and communicate medical insights and trends from the field to internal stakeholders to support strategic decision-making.
• Identify potential research sites and investigators and assist the medical affairs team in evaluating investigator-initiated research proposals.

Qualifications:

• Minimum MSc. required (MD or PharmD an asset).
• Solid understanding of MSL responsibilities and best practices.
• At least 2 years of experience in MSL role or related medical affairs role within Canada.
• Diversified product launch experience.
• Professional experience within the country specific pharmaceutical industry and ability to participate in productive scientific dialogue with KOLs and researchers.
• Ability to present and discuss scientific material clearly and concisely through a variety of channels.
• Familiarity with clinical trial processes and regulatory pathways for drug development and approval.
• Willingness to travel within assigned region and to corporate office as needed.
• Able to function in a highly regulated environment and to adhere to all external and internal guidelines and standard operating procedures (SOPs), while responding to a variety of questions and requests from HCPs.
• Able to work independently and be a self starter.
• Flexible and willing to adapt to changing priorities and focus.

Thank you in advance for your interest, only individuals deemed to have the skill set and experience to fit the role will be contacted. Lock Search Group is a National Executive Recruitment firm with 11 offices in Canada and one in the United States, a staff of more than 30 Consultants and Associates, and expertise in 11 major disciplines. Our mission is to provide exceptional Recruitment and Consulting Services to clients and candidates. We apply our experience and expertise to deliver solutions with a personalized approach that focuses on client needs and candidate goals. Follow us on LinkedIn! (https://www.linkedin.com/company/lock-search-group)