Medical Science Liaison - Oncology

Sanofi; Canada; Remote; CAD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanofi Canada is seeking a Medical Science Liaison to advance scientific exchange with Thought Leaders in oncology and related fields. This field-based role involves presenting data, supporting educational initiatives, and identifying investigator-initiated studies while engaging healthcare practitioners across Canada.

You will report to Field Medical leadership, require English proficiency, and ideally be based in Ontario with extensive domestic travel.

Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited university (MSc, PhD, PharmD, MD) required.
• Post-bachelor's degree (e.g. MBA) valuable, not required.
• Minimum 1+ year in an MSL function.
• Clinical oncology experience preferred (hematology).
• Ability to build relationships with thought leaders, pharmacists, nurses and patient groups.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop Thought Leaders and maintain relationships.
• Deliver clinical and scientific presentations to healthcare professionals.
• Support advisory boards and educational initiatives.
• Disseminate scientific information and review external materials.
• Identify study opportunities and assist investigator-initiated proposals.
• Collaborate with US and Global Medical Affairs oncology teams.
• Travel up to 75% domestically within Canada.

Skills

Entrepreneurial spirit

Leadership

Strategic agility

Results-oriented

Verbal and written communication

Relationship building

Negotiation skills

Training and education program design

Education

MSc, PhD, PharmD, MD

MBA or equivalent (post-bachelor’s)

Job description

**Reference Number:** R2873019**Department:** Medical Specialty Care Canada**Location:** Remote (Field Position)**About Sanofi**We're an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people's lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system -and innovative pipeline - enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people's lives.**About the Job**Join the team transforming care for people with immune challenges, rare diseases, cancers, and neurological conditions. In Specialty Care, you'll help deliver breakthrough treatments that bring hope to patients with some of the highest unmet needs.The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) is a field-based role responsible for cultivating current and future Thought Leaders by sharing evidence-based data to support commercialized products, to introduce forthcoming products, and to engage them in Sanofi clinical development programs.The MSL will:* Report to the Field Medical Associate Director, Oncology* Require written and spoken English* Preferentially based in Ontario* Present data and disease management concepts on medical treatment to Physicians, Nurses, and Patient Support Groups when requested.* Contribute to developing research opportunities (local clinical trials & investigator-initiated studies) and educational projects at academic institutions.* Provide therapeutic area support including response to unsolicited off-label information on products & therapies, if requested by healthcare practitioners.**Main responsibilities:****Thought Leader Development*** Identify, develop, and maintain relationships with current and future Thought Leaders.* Develop speakers and advocates among Thought Leaders.* Link internal partners to external Thought Leaders for education and research collaboration.* Advisory board development of scientific content which is relevant and aligned with global priorities* Link Thought Leaders to other external customers.* Publication planning and implementation.**Medical Education*** Disseminate scientific information including innovative medical education materials and research concepts to Thought Leaders.* Deliver clinical and scientific presentations to healthcare audiences.* Foster medical and scientific information exchange between the medical community and Sanofi.* Contribute to strategic initiatives and training of the sales/marketing teams.* Develop and maintain a database of relevant educational slide kits* External scientific material review *e.g* most current and relevant publications* National conference activities: attendance, key abstract identification, executive summary of presentations and posters from the conference* Partnering with medical information in development and review of written responses* Clinical and Scientific training for both medical and marketing**Clinical Development*** Study site identification, recruitment facilitation and enrollment.* Discuss and support the submission of Investigator Initiated Study proposals* Identify existing data and facilitate publications as appropriate.**Customer Relationship Management*** Presents evidence-based clinical and scientific data to support therapeutic decisions in patient care.* Liaise between academic centers and Sanofi.* Contributes to the evaluation of grants for educational and research initiatives.* Interact with the US and Global Medical Affairs oncology team**About you****Required qualifications:****Education*** Degree from an accredited university (MSc, PhD, Pharm D, MD) required* Area of specialization related to therapeutic area preferred* Post-bachelor's degree from accredited university (e.g. MBA or equivalent): valuable, not required**Experience*** Minimum 1 or more years in an MSL function* Clinical experience in oncology (preferentially hematology)* Demonstrated experience in building relationship with thought leaders, pharmacists, nurses, and patient support groups.**Specific skills and/or competencies*** Entrepreneurial spirit/Self-dependent.* Leadership skills* Strategic agility* Results-oriented* Strong verbal and written communication skills* Attention to detail* Scientific and business acumen* Ability to critically appraise scientific data* Facilitation skills* Negotiation skills* Experience in developing and providing training and education programs**Languages*** Written and spoken English**Travel*** Travel is required up to 75% of the time. Travel will be primarily domestic.**HSE responsibilities*****Employee with a corporate vehicle***Drive the vehicle using safe driving practices, while complying with all current applicable laws and regulations, as well as all Sanofi directives.* Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.* Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it's through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.* Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.* Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs.## **What Sanofi offers**| Shape the future of digital medical affairs at a leading pharmaceutical company| Work with cutting-edge technologies - AI, and next-gen digital health platforms| Collaborate in an innovative, inclusive environment that values bold ideas| Grow your career through robust development programs and North American exposure| Be part of a mission-driven company committed to diversity, equity, and inclusionThis position is for a new vacant role that is now open for applications.Applications received after the official close date will be reviewed on an individual basis.**AI Usage**\"Artificial Intelligence\" refers to any systems that use automated processes, including algorithms and machine learning, to analyze data and make predictions, inferences, decisions, or recommendations without direct human involvement. These systems may process personal information to identify patterns, improve services, or support decision-making. The Company may use Artificial Intelligence for purposes including, but not limited to, resume screening and hiring, scheduling interviews or meetings, conducting surveys, matching skills with potential job openings, interview scoring, ensuring compliance with regulations applicable to our industry, and activities related to performance evaluation. Information collected and processed by the Company's Artificial Intelligence systems may include the personal information detailed above and calendar availability. It excludes the information collected and processed for monitoring purposes. You should contact Human Resources if you have a question or concern regarding your personal information. You can also contact Canada's Privacy Officer via Sanofi's data subject request portal,. The can also be used to request access or correction of your personal information and file a complaint.Sanofi is an equal opportunity employer committed to culture, inclusion, and experience. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Accommodations for persons with disabilities required during the recruitment process are available upon request.#GD-SG#LI-GZ#LI-Remote# Pursue *progress*, discover *extraordinary*Better is out there. Better medications, better outcomes, better science. But progress doesn't happen without people - people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different