Medical & Scientific Liaison – Oncology (Ontario / Saskatchewan) / Liaison Médicale et Scientif[...]

Merck; Toronto; Remote; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company is seeking a qualified Medical and Scientific Liaison to engage with healthcare professionals and researchers in oncology. This role requires a strong background in pharmaceutical sciences and excellent communication skills, aiming to deliver evidence-based information and support ongoing research. Candidates must have a pharmacy degree or equivalent, and experience in the oncology field is preferred. This position is based in the Greater Toronto Area and offers an opportunity to work on innovative projects in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of pharmaceutical experience.
• 2-3 years experience in oncology preferred.
• Strong ability to communicate complex scientific concepts.

Responsibilities

• Discuss and provide scientific information to healthcare professionals.
• Develop relationships with clinical scientific leaders.
• Manage assigned budgets and multiple projects.

Skills

Communication

Project Management

Negotiation

Analytical Skills

Education

Pharmacy degree or equivalent

PhD in Science or Health Sciences

MD

Tools

Microsoft Teams

Office Technology

Job description

The objective of the Medical and Scientific Liaison, by virtue of their training and expertise, is to discuss and provide scientific and therapeutic information to Healthcare Professionals and Researchers viewed by their peers to be authorities in Oncology (Clinical and Scientific Leaders). Medical and Scientific Liaison interaction with their audience is governed by guiding principles intended to deliver unbiased and evidence-based information through in-depth scientific exchange in the therapeutic area of Oncology often leading to knowledge transfer initiatives and research.

Reporting to the Oncology Associate Director, Medical Affairs, the Medical and Scientific Liaison uses exceptionally strong interpersonal skills, especially in the area of one-on-one communication, and a high degree of understanding of oncology and the treatments, to develop and maintain strong scientific working relationships with Clinical Scientific Leaders in oncology with both clinicians and / or basic scientists through the communication of unbiased and evidence based information. The Medical and Scientific Liaison achieves a high level of competency in using Teamsite collaborative platform and manages multiple ongoing projects. The Medical and Scientific Liaison is responsible for managing assigned budgets in order to optimize investment opportunities.

The Medical and Scientific Liaison achieves a high level of competency in using the Microsoft Teams collaborative platform and manages multiple ongoing projects. The Medical and Scientific Liaison is responsible for managing assigned budgets in order to optimize investment opportunities.

The Medical and Scientific Liaison will ensure his / her interactions fully comply with our company's commitment to our Values and Standards, policies, procedures, industry standards and all laws and regulations, including, but not limited to, the company's and the General Mandate and Guiding Principles for Medical and Scientific Liaisons.

Qualifications :

Education : Pharmacy degree; Pharm D, PhD Degree in Science or Health Sciences (preferably in related disease area) or MD is required

Experience : Minimum of 5 years of pharmaceutical experience or equivalent preferably involving work with academic specialists and / or community leaders

Minimum of 2-3 years experience in the therapeutic area of Oncology

Demonstrated ability to acquire and maintain product, disease and competition knowledge

Knowledge of therapeutic area (both basic and clinical literature)

Strong knowledge of Company policies, procedures, industry standards, as well as laws and regulations

Ability to analyze and understand local community of practice

Ability to understand and integrate complex scientific concepts (e.g. proteomics, metabolic networks or molecular mechanisms of disease)

Basic Knowledge of Company structure, administrative procedures and guidelines

Advanced knowledge of Office technology and related software

Expert communication (oral & written) and listening skills

Advanced Analysis, Planning, Implementation and Control (APIC) skills

Advanced negotiation, presentation, and facilitation skills

Advanced project management skills

Language requirements : English

The candidate must be based in the Greater Toronto area (GTA)

We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together.The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.

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Relocation : No relocation

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Job Posting End Date :

05 / 31 / 2025

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