Medical Science Liaison- Quebec and Canada East

Natural Factors; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Medical Science Liaison to foster relationships with thought leaders in healthcare. This dynamic role involves engaging with key opinion leaders, delivering impactful presentations, and supporting clinical research initiatives. Ideal candidates will possess an advanced scientific degree and a strong understanding of the Canadian healthcare system. With a focus on Hematology/Oncology or Rare Diseases, this position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in a growing organization. Join a forward-thinking company where your expertise can drive meaningful change in patient care.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Medical Science Liaison required.
• Strong knowledge of the Canadian healthcare system.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs) in healthcare.
• Deliver high-quality presentations of clinical and disease state information.
• Provide field-based medical support to clinical research programs.

Skills

Medical Science Liaison

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Knowledge of Canadian Healthcare System

Bilingual (French and English)

Education

Advanced Scientific or Clinical Degree (Pharm D, MD, PhD)

Job description

Position Location:

Quebec and Atlantic region, Canada

Medison Pharma Canada is currently accepting applications for a Medical Science Liaison (MSL). The Medical Science Liaison is responsible for cultivating current and future thought leaders in academic and clinical medicine at the local, regional, and national levels. This is an exciting role for a Medical Science professional to join a growing organization to build and maintain professional relationships with external stakeholders. This role is based in Montreal.

Responsibilities:

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure high scientific standards to develop and maintain relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs) in healthcare, academic, and professional associations.
• Serve as the first point of contact between healthcare practitioners (HCPs) and Medison Medical Affairs.
• Build, maintain, and ensure objectives of KOL engagement plans are met in a timely, accurate, and compliant manner.
• Ensure timely and high-quality responses to unsolicited questions from HCPs and other stakeholders.
• Support the development and review of medical materials, such as scientific/medical presentations, medical education material, and commercial slide decks.
• Deliver high-quality presentations of clinical and disease state information to diverse audiences, including KOLs, advisors, formulary/decision makers, payers, and internal stakeholders.
• Serve as a scientific resource at key medical, scientific, and patient advocacy conferences as assigned.
• Provide field-based medical support to Medison’s partner clinical research programs, registries, and investigator-sponsored research as required.
• Regularly communicate medical insights from HCPs to inform and refine medical strategy and tactics.
• Under the guidance of the Medical Director, provide Medical Affairs coverage for conferences, medical rounds, and company-sponsored meetings.
• Maintain exceptional knowledge and scientific expertise on all assigned disease areas and products.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of applicable pharmaceutical guidelines and regulations (e.g., ICH, GCP, Ethical Practices) and company policies.
• Participate in, and lead external meetings as required (round tables, advisory boards, CME, etc.)
• This role is field-based and externally focused.

Requirements:

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Advanced Scientific or clinical degree (Pharm D, MD, PhD) is required.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Medical Science Liaison required.
• Strong knowledge of the Canadian healthcare system.
• Experience working in Hematology/Oncology or Rare Disease area strongly preferred.
• Bilingual in French and English.
• Must be able to travel 40% of the time, including overnight and occasional weekend travel.
• Proven ability to work independently with excellent self-leadership.
• Ability to function with minimal supervision and a high degree of initiative.
• Deep scientific and clinical knowledge with the ability to understand and integrate complex scientific concepts.
• Superior communication skills (written, verbal, presentation, facilitation).
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to influence and build partnerships with opinion leaders.