Medical Science Liaison

Title:

Medical Science Liaison (West)

Company:

Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals Canada Inc.

About Ipsen:

Ipsen is a mid-sized global biopharmaceutical company with a focus on transformative medicines in three therapeutic areas: Oncology, Rare Disease and Neuroscience. Supported by nearly 100 years of development experience, with global hubs in the U.S., France and the U.K, we tackle areas of high unmet medical need through research and innovation.

 Our passionate teams in more than 40 countries are focused on what matters and endeavor every day to bring medicines to patients in 88 countries. We build a workplace that champions human-centric leadership and fosters a culture of collaboration, excellence and impact. At Ipsen, every individual is empowered to be their true selves, grow and thrive alongside the company’s success. Join us on our journey towards sustainable growth, creating real impact on patients and society!

For more information, visit us at https://www.ipsen.com/ and follow our latest news on LinkedIn and Instagram.

Job Description:

Summary

The primary responsibility of the Medical Science Liaison (MSL) is to develop peer-to-peer relationships with key external stakeholders, aligned to our neuroscience portfolios. These relationships will facilitate the exchange of scientific information around key therapeutic areas, the communication of emerging data, the response to questions from health care practitioners and the identification of research partners with a focus on improving patient care. This position is also critical in gathering insights around treatment trends, experience with Ipsen products, and the constantly evolving healthcare environment, all to align our company efforts with opportunities to improve patient outcomes.

The MSL will primarily be responsible for assigned territory and will interact with customers within this territory, both in-person and virtually.  It is anticipated that the MSL will travel about 60% of the time.

Main Responsibilities

• Identify and develop peer-to-peer relationships with regional and national medical experts aligned with Ipsen Canada’s therapeutic areas of interest, and consistent with the strategy and objectives of Medical Affairs.
• Support the development of annual medical affairs plans in neuroscience, as appropriate, and in collaboration with the internal medical team.
• Lead the development and implementation of a regional medical affairs plan.
• Establish ongoing scientific exchange with experts to discuss current and emerging therapies; this can include advisory boards, individual meetings, and congresses.
• Partner with Medical Affairs and Medical Information services to ensure accurate delivery of medical and scientific information, as needed.
• Proactively identify potential research sites and assist as needed in facilitation of externally-sponsored clinical trials.
• Identify and assist, as needed, in initiation and closure of investigator-sponsored clinical trials (ISS).
• Contribute to the identification of unmet medical needs in neuroscience.
• Develop and maintain scientific, clinical and therapeutic expertise in neurosciences.
• Provide appropriate scientific, clinical, and educational expertise for internal and external customers.
• Identify opportunities and/or support medical publications as needed (abstracts, manuscripts, etc.).
• Collaborate and participate in Speaker Training initiatives.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of scientific training to Sales Representatives.
• Lead/participate on special project teams as necessary.
• Coordinate scientific activities with medical affairs, clinical development, and global franchise groups, as needed
• Represent the company at specific continuing medical educational events, programs, medical meetings and scientific conventions.
• Differentiate Ipsen as the valued scientific partner of choice through innovative initiatives, coordinated strategy, scientific communication, and patient centricity.
• Report any potential adverse events/safety information or products complaints for Ipsen products to the Medical Information and Pharmacovigilance department, per company requirements.

Knowledge & Experience

• Advanced degree in life sciences preferred (e.g., MD, PhD, PharmD, etc.). Candidates with an MSc degree or equivalent would be considered if they have demonstrated MSL experience
• 2+ years’ experience as an MSL in the pharmaceutical industry preferred
• Excellent planning and organizational skills
• Clinical trials/research experience a strong asset
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Presentation, facilitation and instructional Skills
• Work independently and with cross-functional teams
• Must be a strategic thinker who can look ahead and clearly anticipate future needs, consequences, trends and identify solutions
• Excellent scientific acumen and ability to analyze scientific data quickly and accurately
• Good understanding of statistics
• Experience in preparation of materials for use by Medical Affairs and experience in review/editing promotional materials, an asset
• Ability to communicate scientific and clinical information clearly and credibly verbally and in writing
• Ability to interact effectively with all levels within the organization and externally with customers 
• Must act ethically and with integrity
• High level of collaboration and influencing skills
• Ability to make sound and compliance-guided judgments
• Must be a self-motivator with strong drive for result driven success
• Business travel by air or car is regularly required
• Driver’s License required
• Some weekend work required
• Bilingualism (French & English) may be required depending on assigned territory

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels heard, valued, and supported; where we embrace “The Real Us”. The value we place on different perspectives and experiences drives our commitment to inclusion and equal opportunities. When we include diverse ways of thinking, we make more thoughtful decisions and discover more innovative solutions. Together we strive to better understand the communities we serve. This means we also want to help you perform at your best when applying for a role with us. If you require any adjustments or support during the application process, please let the recruitment team know. This information will be handled with care and will not affect the outcome of your application.