Medical Science Liaison, Respirology - Toronto, ON

Reference No. R2814157

Location: Field-Based, Canada Ontario West.

About the Job

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 Genzyme clinical development programs.

The MSL will:

• 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.

Respirology MLS, covering Ontario West.

 We are an innovative global healthcare company, committed to transforming the lives of people with immune challenges, rare diseases and blood disorders, cancers, and neurological disorders. From R&D to sales, our talented teams work together, revolutionizing treatment, continually improving products, understanding unmet needs, and connecting communities. We chase the miracles of science every single day, pursuing progress to make a real impact on millions of patients around the world.

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 Genzyme.

• 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 centres and Sanofi Genzyme.

• Contributes to the evaluation of grants for educational and research initiatives.

• Interact with the US and Global Medical Affairs Dermatology Team

About You

Key Requirements

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. Masters, MBA or equivalent): valuable, not required

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in relevant Medical Affairs, Medical Science Liaison, or Therapeutic Area capacity

• Clinical experience in dermatology/immunology

• Demonstrated experience in building relationship with Thought Leaders, pharmacists, nurses, and patient support groups.

Specific Skills and 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

• Understanding of Health Economics

Languages:

• Ability to communicate scientific information both orally and in written format both in French and English.

Travel

• Travel is required up to 75% of the time. Travel will be primarily domestic, and will include some travel within

Computer Knowledge

• Office 365, ZOOM, MyTeams, Concur, QuickView

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.

Why Choose Us?

• 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

Applications received after the official close date will be reviewed on an individual basis.​

This position is for a current vacant role that we are actively hiring for.​

This position is eligible for a company car through the Company’s FLEET program.

Candidates must complete all fleet safety training and must maintain an acceptable driving record regarding accidents and incidents.

Sanofi is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, 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.

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All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs, and additional benefits information can be found here.

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