Medical Science Liaison – Dermatology (Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan)

Reference No. R2777789 

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 those Thought Leaders in Sanofi clinical development programs.

The MSL will:

• Report to the MSL Manager Dermatology

• Preferentially based in Alberta

• Present data and disease management concepts on medical treatment to Physicians, Nurses, other healthcare practitioners (HCPs), 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 HCPs.

• Identify insights that deepen our understanding of the needs of patients, consumers, regulators, payers, and healthcare providers and proactively identify unmet needs

• Independently utilizes the Scientific Engagement Model to plan and create territory and individual stakeholder (KOL, payers, HCP etc..) medical strategy and engagement plans consistent with country, regional and global medical priorities and routinely evaluates the effectiveness of plan

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.

• 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 and International 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

• Present evidence-based clinical and scientific data to support therapeutic decisions in patient care.

• Liaise between academic centres and Sanofi.

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

• Interact with the US and Global Medical Affairs Dermatology team.

About You

Key Requirements:

• 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.

• Minimum 1 year in an MSL function

• Clinical experience in Dermatology

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

• Ability to critically appraise scientific data. 

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Scientific and business acumen 

• Understanding of the healthcare economic system

• Results-oriented

• Attention to detail.

• Strategic agility

• Entrepreneurial spirit/Self-dependent.

• Leadership skills

• Negotiation skills

• Facilitation skills

• Experience in developing and providing training and education programs.

Languages: 

• Ability to communicate scientific information both orally and in writing in English.

Travel:

• The MSL Dermatology will cover Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan and will preferably be based in Alberta.  Travel is required up to 75% of the time. Travel will be mainly 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.

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

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.

The opportunity is an ADDITION

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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