Medical Science Liaison - Dermatology in Atlantic

CA04 (FCRS = CA004) NOVARTIS PHARMA CANADA INC.; Atlantic Canada; Remote; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Novartis Pharma Canada Inc. is seeking an experienced Medical Science Liaison to drive scientific engagement with healthcare professionals across Canada.

This field-based role emphasizes dermatology and allergy, building trusted relationships and contributing to evidence-based medical strategy during a high-profile product launch. You will develop and execute engagement plans, disseminate clinical data, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to inform research direction.

Qualifications

• MD/PhD, PharmD or life sciences degree with strong medical/technical background.

Responsibilities

• Create peer-to-peer scientific relationships with healthcare professionals.
• Provide and discuss scientific information and data to inform research strategy.
• Develop and execute engagement plans prioritizing medical experts aligned with business priorities.
• Liaise and provide up-to-date medical information to external groups for evidence-based understanding of products.

Skills

Dermatology/Allergy expertise

Education

MD/PhD or PharmD

Job description

Job Description Summary #LI-Remote

Location: Atlantic & Ottawa

This role is based in Atlantic Canada. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role: please only apply if this location is accessible for you.

Join Novartis at a pivotal moment in Immunology as we prepare to bring an exciting new therapy to patients across Canada. This is a unique opportunity to shape the scientific landscape of a high-profile launch asset, working at the forefront of innovation in Dermatology and Allergy. As a Medical Science Liaison, you will build trusted partnerships with leading healthcare professionals, generate meaningful scientific insights, and help drive evidence-based medical strategy during a time of significant interest and anticipation from the medical community. If you are energized by launching innovative medicines, influencing patient care through science, and collaborating with passionate cross-functional teams, this role offers the chance to make a lasting impact on patients, healthcare professionals, and the future of Immunology at Novartis.

Job Description Key responsibilities:

• Create a network of peer-to-peer scientific relationships and developing a network of healthcare professionals for partnership.
• Provide and discuss scientific information and data to ensure concepts are understood and information / insights are gathered to better inform Novartis research and set the overall strategic direction for the company.
• Develop and execute engagement plans that demonstrate an ability to stringently prioritize and strategically engage medical experts aligned with business priorities.
• Liaise and provide up-to-date medical information to relevant external groups to ensure evidence-based understanding of Novartis products relative to medical guidelines, and health economic information.
• Demonstrate an entrepreneurial mind set and ability to work within a cross-functional team in a matrix environment.
• Be agile and adaptable to interface and provide value across a continuum of both internal and external stakeholders.

Essential Requirements:

• MD, PharmD, PhD or other life sciences degree with solid medical/technical background and proven competencies influencing skills, clinical research insight, business and market knowledge.
• Scientific expertise in Dermatology/Allergy is highly desired.
• A proven ability to develop and foster peer-to-peer, credible relationships with Medical Experts/decision makers.
• Ability to synthesize complex scientific information and analyze it within strategic and regulatory settings with a strong personal integrity and customer focus.
• Familiarity with reimbursement processes in Canada.
• A valid driver's license is required for this field-based position and ability to travel throughout the territory up to 70%.
• Previous experience in the Pharmaceutical industry
• Previous experience as an MSL (3 years minimum)

Desirable Requirements:

• Derm and Allergy scientific and customers knowledge

Skills Desired

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