Medical Science Liaison Manager

• This role can be based anywhere in Canada

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.

Description of Role

As the MSL Manager the candidate will collaborate with leadership to develop the local strategic plan to meet the Corporate and Medical strategies and will lead the daily activities of a highly motivated MSL team focusing on personal and team development.

Core Responsibilities

• Demonstrates on-going scientific and business expertise relevant to the AZ portfolio.
• Supports the Medical and Cross Functional Plans:
  • Develops and leads field-based MSL teams in support of the Medical and Cross Functional Plan while creating a culture of innovation and collaboration.
  • Aligns MSL plan with Brand Medical Strategy.
  • Implements Medical strategy and objectives across the portfolio or therapeutic area to implement at a regional level across prioritized customer segments in support of relevant outcomes.
  • Contributes as a member on internal project teams representing Medical and customer perspectives.
  • Supports customer insight collection and communicates concrete items to Medical Oncology Leadership and other internal partners, as appropriate.
  • Ensures alignment of MSL activities with other cross functional roles through co-ordination without direction
• Serves as a role model:
  • Cultivates personal accountability and ownership of individual and team success.
  • Demonstrates ongoing scientific and business expertise relevant to the AZ portfolio.
  • Follows all guidelines and policies.
• Communicates a clear differentiation between the MSL and other medical/commercial roles
• Runs training, professional development and performance of team members:
  • Responsible for recruiting and on-boarding, performance management and career development.
  • Facilitates scientific and skill training, as well as mentoring and coaching to support professional development.
  • Supports the development of MSL capabilities:
    • Scientific expertise and capabilities for scientific exchange.
    • Customer insight collection and dissemination.
    • Strategic relationships with medical and scientific authorities.
  • Maintains qualitative and quantitative metrics that include standard AZ MSL core requirements, including required certification(s).
• Collaborate closely with other MSL managers to create consistency with metrics and drive MSL team performance
• Is responsible for compliance with all local regulatory requirements and AZ Local and Global Policies and Guidelines.
• Leads and supervises team financial resources
• Up to 30% of time allocation may be dedicated to head office or other field activities (for example, active MSL in territory) to adapt to business needs

Qualifications

• The candidate best suited for this role is one with previous experience as a healthcare professional with an advanced degree with scientific expertise (PhD, MD, PharmD, MSc)
• At least 5 years of MSL experience in the pharmaceutical industry
• Previous experience leading a team and developing team performance is required
• Effective and demonstrated communication (both verbal and written) and presentation skills
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership and teamwork skills
• Travel required (Local, Regional and National)
• Experience in the therapeutic area of Oncology is preferred

Suggested Background

• Advanced degree in science or clinical qualification, with relevant scientific experience
• At least five (5) years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, preferably in Medical Affairs or Clinical Development, preferably as an MSL
• Experience in product launch preparation and execution
• Experience developing and/or driving product strategy
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills including an ability to effectively (observe, assess and) mentor others on communicating sophisticated technical, scientific or medical information to broad audience types”
• Thorough knowledge of the local regulatory requirements
• Strong leadership capabilities
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to travel (percentage varies with geography)
• Previous management experience, preferably of a field based team, is considered an asset

Preferred Background

• Doctorate Degree, Medical Degree, Pharm D, or MSc in clinical or scientific field

Key Success Characteristics

• Builds and develops effective people and teams
• Demonstrates personal commitment and enforces appropriate guidelines and policies
• Manages performance and resources for functional area
• Provides clarity and context around strategic direction, ensuring tactical execution
• Applies organizational savvy
• Builds relationships, leverages networks and employs appropriate interpersonal skills

Summary:

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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