Medical Science Liaison – Oncology (Western Canada)
Job Overview
Job title: Medical Science Liaison – Oncology (Western Canada)
Job description: About AstraZeneca
At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and ignite your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration. Always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development.
AstraZeneca Oncology Medical Affairs
In Medical Affairs, we change the practice of medicine and improve the patient experience by generating and communicating compelling medical evidence. We are recognized as the strategic partner for Research & Development and Commercial. This means we have a deep and broad understanding of both functions, which enables us to effectively translate scientific evidence into clinical practice for patients. We have the opportunity to impact every point in the patient journey and reach beyond the interventions that AstraZeneca can influence. By partnering with experts we gather information and influence across the whole experience. It’s rewarding work. Knowing that every day our input personally and directly impacts patients.
Our Position
Medical Science Liaisons engage in balanced, objective scientific exchange with health care professionals in an effort to facilitate scientific discovery and informed treatment decisions.
Responsibilities:
Appropriately review emerging data with Healthcare Professionals (HCPs) discussing benefits and risks in a scientific, objective and balanced way
Work with HCPs as scientific consultants to engage in scientific activities aligned with corporate projects such as advisory boards, speaker programs and clinical trials
Identify HCPs with the scientific excellence and expertise to collaborate on forward thinking basic and pre-clinical research identified in strategic planning
Provide company with an understanding of regional HCPs, their practices and related key issues and trends in disease treatment
Act as regional (field based) subject matter experts in the lifecycle management of products in a variety of therapeutic areas
As part of the scientific exchange identify opportunities for research with HCP’s and, where appropriate, connect these opportunities to the Medical Advisor as part of the Externally Sponsored Research (ESR) process
Provide value added support to key clinical trial sites by providing relevant scientific expertise on the molecule being investigated either during site initiation or shortly thereafter
Collaborate with clinical operations groups in helping to ensure successful recruitment of clinical sites
Responsible for collecting and reporting Adverse Events in accordance with AstraZeneca policies and procedures.
Qualifications:
The successful candidate for this role must have the ability to effectively synthesize and communicate scientific information at a peer level with a physician. They must be able to connect with the HCP using the appropriate level of communication that facilitates the relevant exchange of scientific information.
The candidate best suited for this role is one with previous experience as a healthcare professional (PharmD, MD) or one with scientific expertise including PhD or MSc
Preferably two years’ experience in the pharmaceutical industry in a physician-facing role
Excellent ability to learn and capacity for scientific concepts and knowledge
Effective and demonstrated strong communication (both verbal and written) and presentation skills
Excellent interpersonal, leadership and teamwork skills
Good organizational skills and demonstrated ability to work in a self-directed manner
Expert knowledge of the health care environment with regards to Opinion Leaders, Academia and the Medical Community in general
Travel required (Local, Regional and National)
Experience in the therapeutic area of Oncology is preferred, however, the incumbent may at times be required to change therapeutic areas to adapt to business needs.
Why join us?
Change the way cancer is treated by making an impact at every point in the patient journey. We are thinking and acting faster than anyone to ensure the data we’re producing helps physicians care for patients better. To ultimately deliver clinical promises to the real world, improve patient outcomes and their quality of life.
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AstraZeneca is committed to taking every reasonable precaution to protect employees, our customers and the healthcare systems in the communities in which we serve. In an effort to protect the wellbeing of our employees and customers, full COVID-19 vaccination is an essential requirement of all positions at AstraZeneca. As such, all offers of employment will be conditional upon either (i) proof of full COVID-19 vaccination or (ii) proof of need for accommodation under relevant human rights legislation, and AstraZeneca’s determination that the requested accommodation can be provided without undue hardship. You will be required to submit proof of full vaccination or proof of need for accommodation during our background screening process.
AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination. AstraZeneca is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities. Such accommodation is available on request in respect of all aspects of the recruitment, assessment and selection process and may be requested by emailing AZCHumanResources@astrazeneca.com.
Date Posted 03-Nov-2021
Closing Date
AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.
Company: AstraZeneca
Expected salary:
Location: British Columbia
Job date: Fri, 05 Nov 2021 01:47:51 GMT
Job Source: Careerjet.ca