Medical Science Liaison (12-Month Contract)

*This is a 12-month contract*

At AstraZeneca, we pride ourselves on crafting a collaborative culture that champions knowledge-sharing, ambitious thinking and innovation – ultimately providing employees with the opportunity to work across teams, functions and even the globe.

Our dedication to sustainability is also central to our culture and part of what makes AstraZeneca a great place to work. We know the health of people, the planet and our business are interconnected which is why we’re taking ambitious action to tackle some of the biggest challenges of our time, from climate change to access to healthcare and disease prevention.

Introduction to role:

Are you passionate about making a difference in patients' lives? As a Medical Science Liaison in Oncology, you'll have the opportunity to improve the quality of life for patients while gaining invaluable experience. This field-based role is pivotal in establishing AstraZeneca's scientific leadership, fostering professional relationships with healthcare professionals, and driving positive opinions about our compounds. You'll deliver medical education, support clinical needs, support training of sales teams, and contribute to brand strategy development. Are you ready to join us in this impactful journey?

Accountabilities:

- Deliver updated medical information to healthcare professionals through various communication channels.

- Ensure clinical studies meet quality, cost, and time standards.

- Monitor ongoing studies and ensure completion from outline to final report.

- Plan, conduct, and complete project work with timely progress reports.

- Participate in team training and development through knowledge sharing and coaching.

- Safeguard patients and AstraZeneca by handling adverse event reports according to standards and legislation.

- Manage named patient supplies in compliance with legal and ethical obligations.

- Integrate pharmacovigilance systems to meet regulatory needs and AstraZeneca standards.

Essential Skills/Experience:

- Master’s Degree or (MD / PhD / PharmD)

- Thorough knowledge or experience in the pharmaceutical industry and in field medical liaison roles

- Ability to interact with and manage a range of stakeholders both internally and externally

- Knowledge of legislation relevant to pharmaceutical sales and marketing

- Minimum 3 years of experience within the pharmaceutical industry and at least 1 year as MSL

- Background in medical/pharmaceutical/scientific studies

- Excellent computer and presentation skills

- Fluency in French and English language

- Able to lead, mentor, and coach others

- Active, organized, planner, and able to work with teams

- Effective communication and training skills

Desirable Skills/Experience:

- Experience in Breast Cancer

- Advanced scientific degree

- Understanding of multiple aspects within Medical Liaison roles

- Project and team management experience

Summary:

Great People want to Work with us! Find out why:

• GTAA Top Employer Award for 12 years

• Top 100 Employers Award

• Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Culture

• Learn more about working with us in Canada

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Are you interested in working at AZ, apply today!

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 [email protected].

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Annual base salary for this position ranges from 136,985.60 to 179,793.60.AstraZeneca is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all colleagues. Our compensation policies and practices have been designed to allow colleagues to progress through the salary range over time as they progress in their role. The range provided in this posting represents an offer pay range used in a majority of situations. The base pay offered will vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including the candidate's skills and experience, job-related knowledge, and other specific business and organizational needs.  In some cases, offers outside the range may also be considered to address unique circumstances.

In addition, our permanent positions offer an annual Variable Pay Bonus/Short Term Incentive opportunity as well as eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (if applicable to role).  Benefits offered for permanent roles include a competitive Flex Benefits & Retirement Savings Program, 4 weeks’ paid vacation, and annual Personal Days. Fixed Term Contract/Temporary positions (excluding students) are offered a Contract Benefits Program.

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