National Medical Science Liaison - Radioligand Therapy

Novartis; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 108,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading pharmaceutical company as a Medical Science Liaison in Toronto. This hybrid role involves engaging medical experts and supporting product strategies through critical scientific exchange. Candidates should possess a life sciences degree, strong interpersonal skills, and bilingualism in English and French, with a commitment to excellence in medical affairs.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Professional development opportunities

Flexible work arrangements

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years pharmaceutical industry experience with previous MSL experience.
• Bilingual in English and French is mandatory.
• Solid medical/technical background and proven influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and engage Medical Experts and study investigators.
• Support market preparation pre- and post-launch for products.
• Provide scientific information to healthcare professionals.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal Communication

Negotiation

Presentation Skills

Strategic Thinking

Education

MD, PharmD, PhD or equivalent life sciences degree

Job description

National Medical Science Liaison - Radioligand Therapy

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Summary

Location : Montreal or Toronto,

Novartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role : please only apply if this location is accessible for you.

Internal job title : Medical Scientific Liaison / Field Medical Advisor

This hybrid role of Medical Science Liaison (MSL) / Medical Advisor is a Field-based Medical Affairs Associate of Novartis with responsibilities of an MSL for a limited territory or focused group of external experts / key stakeholders with additional strategic and tactical responsibilities for a product or portfolio of products. In addition to developing peer-to-peer relationships with Key Stakeholders for the purpose of scientific exchange and insights, they ensure alignment between global project strategy and local needs to drive Medical Affairs for a brand or portfolio of brands in the local business franchise and develop and implement elements of the integrated product strategy as directed by the Medical Director of the therapeutic area of focus.

About The Role

Key responsibilities :

• In collaboration with the cross-functional team, ensure appropriate identification, mapping and engagement of Medical Experts and study investigators in alignment to integrated product strategy (IPS).
• In collaboration and in support of the medical advisor with the cross-functional team, ensure market preparation pre- and post-launch for product or portfolio of products.
• In support of the medical advisor, develop and / or oversee the design, conduct and publication of local medical affairs studies and if applicable, upon unsolicited investigator request, evaluate submitted IITs for alignment with product strategy, manage the IIT submission process to the Canadian, Region and Global Medical Review Committees and collaborate with the local MSL to ensure ongoing communication with the investigator.
• Provide and discuss medical, scientific and health care and outcome research evidence on new treatment options, Novartis compounds, products, therapeutic and research areas with key HCPs (e.g. external Medical Experts, researchers, key patient care providers) and relevant stakeholders involved in patient treatment decisions.
• Support the training and development of peers to achieve field medical excellence and develop customer-centric medical strategies in collaboration with internal partners ensuring optimal strategic integration and tactical implementation of regional initiatives.
• Provide scientific and educational information to HCPs on specific patient critical issues.
• Medical / clinical science knowledge is critical for Novartis success; Effective delivery of messages to the targeted professionals and institutions; Well managed and effective clinical teams; Excellent cooperation and collaboration with various departments in Novartis; Internal and external customer satisfaction; Novartis seen as an ethical and credible partner; Ensure strategic development and tactical implementation of Scientific Operations objectives for assigned product or portfolio of products.
• COMPULSORY : Associate shall be accountable to perform all duties listed in Role Profile in accordance with applicable GxP principles, and internal / external regulations (e.g. Novartis Code of Conduct, Novartis BeSure doing business ethically, Rx&D Code of Ethical Practices, Health Canada and all other relevant regulations).
• MD, PharmD, pharmacist, PhD or other life sciences degree with solid medical / technical background and proven competencies influencing skills, clinical research insight, business and market knowledge. Minimum 2 years pharmaceutical industry experience with previous experience as an MSL.
• Bilingualism (English and French).
• Good leadership and planning skills with an ability to think strategically.
• Understanding of marketing principles and strategies with a thorough working knowledge of policies. Knowledge of all aspects of drug development, GCP and local regulations, including regulations of Promotional materials. Familiar with global regulations. Knowledge of clinical trial design statistics and pharmacokinetics.
• A proven ability to develop and foster peer-to-peer, credible relationships with Medical Experts / decision makers.
• Thorough knowledge of clinical medicine, disease management, and medical research in at least one therapeutic area.
• Ability to synthesize complex scientific information and analyze it within strategic and regulatory settings.
• Excellent interpersonal communication, negotiation and advanced presentation skills. Must be able to adapt, organize, prioritize, and work effectively in a constantly changing field-based environment.

At Novartis Canada, we are determined to be a valued partner and advocate, with a deep understanding of patient needs along the entire care journey – from drug development, to diagnosis, to access and beyond. Part of the way we are doing this is by leveraging data, technology, and partnerships.

Research & Development : we focus on four core therapeutic areas : Cardiovascular, Renal & Metabolic, Immunology, Neuroscience and Oncology. We also develop and deliver treatments through other promoted and established brands, which today are helping millions of patients. Over the last three years, our average annual research and development investment in Canada was over $30 million, and we conduct clinical trial research in every region throughout Canada.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion : Novartis is committed to building outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse team’s representatives of the patients and communities we serve.

Why Novartis : Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Ready to create a brighter future together? https : / / www.novartis.com / about / strategy / people-and-culture

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Benefits and Rewards : Read our handbook to learn about all the ways we’ll help you thrive personally and professionally : https : / / www.novartis.com / careers / benefits-rewards

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Full-time

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Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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