Medical Science Liaison, Immunology - Toronto, Canada - Johnson & Johnson

Johnson & Johnson

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Janssen-Ortho Inc. is currently hiring a Medical Science Liaison, Immunology (Rheumatology). The position will cover Western Canada (BC, AB, SK, MB), and be based in BC or Alberta.

The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) is the field-based advocate of Janssen Medical Sciences and is accountable for the execution of the Medical Sciences Plan.

They are the scientific point of contact for key opinion leaders (KOLs) in a given territory and help address medical, scientific and research needs.

Key responsibilities:

Maintain uptodate scientific expertise with regular attendance at key scientific/clinical conferences, training sessions, and preceptorships to translate data into applicable knowledge and communication platform
Review, present, and discuss clinical and scientific data in a balanced, unbiased manner, to KOLs and other Health Care Professionals (HCPs), in group and oneonone settings
Identify and/or develop scientific communication materials (presentation slide decks) for use with, and dissemination to, HCPs through contacts & meetings, and provide congress support, as needed
Build positive relationships with HCPs based on scientific credibility. Accountable for relationships with all KOLs within their region (development and sustainability through clear engagement plans)
Ensure a regional scientific leadership strategy via trustworthy and informed scientific dialogue with KOLs
Actively participate/lead in the preparation and conduct of medical and scientific forums organized by Janssen (e.g. Advisory Boards, Steering Committees, etc.)
Support local and global clinical development program, where appropriate. Critical contributor to regional site identification, patient enrollment, and followup visits. Assist in the interpretation of results, posthoc analyses, and research collaboration with investigators
Support investigatorinitiated studies by fielding and assessing research requests, aligning investigator interests with Janssen's research needs, and engaging investigators to ensure the successful execution and satisfactory completion of studies
Assist in the interpretation of clinical trial outcomes, posthoc analyses, and realworld data.
Provide expert clinical consultation and support to business partners (i.e. Access, Medical Education, Sales and Marketing, etc., as appropriate)
Capture and communicate relevant insights from KOLs to support and progress strategy
Partner and collaborate with inhouse business partners to facilitate ongoing exchange of clinical information
Provide regional medical perspective to influence the integrated Medical Affairs plan which complements the Integrated Lifecycle plans
Support the Medical Science publication plan

Qualifications:

Qualifications:

Professional (MD, PharmD) or graduate degree (PhD preferred) in a relevant field is required (focus in Immunology is an asset)
3+ years business experience in the pharmaceutical industry, which can be balanced against a strong clinical and/or scientific background in a relevant therapy area proven track record of contribution to commercial, medical and/or clinical development strategies is required. Past experience as a Medical Science Liaison is an asset
Ability to acquire expertise in other therapeutic areas and products, depending on pipeline and/or changing business priorities
Demonstrated experience in managing clinical/ scientific programs with a high degree of autonomy, including successfully managing significant programs from study concept to publication
Strong knowledge of GCP, IMC code and Healthcare Compliance policies and procedures
Familiarity with working in an environment guided by SOPs
Excellent team player interested in sharing knowledge and coaching/educating colleagues and peers
Critical thinking and positive track record of flawless execution
Proven ability to learn quickly, assimilate and distill large amounts of information and build and maintain relationships
Proven proficiency to effectively communicate information to KOLs, as well as nonexperts
Ability to put data into perspective and communicate it concisely, as required
Demonstrated critical thinking, strong project management skills and ability to impact decisionmaking with relevant stakeholders
Business insight required, including prioritization skills and big picture orientation
Scientific knowledge, curiosity, familiarity and interest to stay on top of emerging data and scientific trends within the therapeutic area
Demonstrated ability to take initiative, multitask and follow through in a fieldbased role
Highlydeveloped communication and presentation skills with the ability to effectively simplify and communicate complex material to a diverse array of audiences is required
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and other relevant software programs is an asset.
Bilingual (French and English) is an asset
Ability to travel up to 70%, both domestic and to the US, a