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Medical Science Liaison, Rheumatology, Alberta & B.C.

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AbbVie

15d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Science
    Healthcare
  • Calgary

AI generated summary

  • You need a doctorate or MSc, MSL experience preferred, knowledge of biotech/pharma, strong communication skills, tech-savvy, and ability to engage stakeholders effectively.
  • You will engage with healthcare professionals, support studies, deliver scientific presentations, identify collaborators, and summarize key data from scientific meetings.

Requirements

  • Education/Experience Required:
  • Doctorate or MD or MSc degree in scientific related discipline and demonstrated experience.
  • Relevant business experience with solid knowledge of the biotech/pharmaceutical industry.
  • Previous experience as an MSL preferred.
  • Relevant. Previous experience in a customer-facing role in the healthcare industry.
  • Experience in the presentation and/or interpretation of scientific or clinical research publications.
  • Knowledge of scientific methods applied to clinical research and the current legislative/regulatory controls.
  • Keen interest in developing and maintaining expert knowledge for assigned therapeutic area/product and medical research in general.
  • Essential Skills & Abilities:
  • English language proficiency (oral and written).
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, etc.)
  • Must be at ease with technology (the use of various tools/systems to perform day-to-day tasks).
  • Travel required about 30% of the time.
  • Valid driver’s license and passport.
  • Key in-Field Team (IFT) Competencies:
  • Ability to understand the unmet needs of key stakeholders, make decisions that have an impact and execute the integration and assimilation of that information into the IFTs’ engagement approach.
  • Ability to coordinate scientific/medical engagement efforts across stakeholders within a single account, to develop interaction plans that are inline with the Scientific Interaction Plan (SIP) to achieve medical objectives.
  • In-depth understanding and execution of meaningful strategies and data-based business decisions to exceed IFT business goals.
  • Effectively communicate, collaborate, and incorporate the views of other in-field team members to optimize business objectives.

Responsibilities

  • Develop/maintain key scientific knowledge that enables credible dissemination of information to external experts (EEs) and other healthcare professionals (HCPs), to help the development of professional working relationships.
  • Participate and follow-up on assigned investigator-initiated studies (IIS), clinical studies and medical projects initiated within the relevant therapeutic area (TA).
  • Provide scientific support and help maintain relationships with external experts/academic centers.
  • Deliver credible presentations on scientific matters to HCPs, individually or in groups.
  • Participate in the selection process to identify qualified HCPs AbbVie would wish to engage in collaborative efforts – such as research, or lecture/meeting support (advisory boards, congresses, symposiums, etc.); and to ensure a high level of scientific or educational integrity in these collaborative efforts.
  • Attend relevant scientific meetings/conferences and develop summaries of key data presented.

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Medical Science Liaison (MSL) role at AbbVie?

The primary focus of the MSL role is to develop and nurture relationships with established and emerging external experts, providing key scientific and medical information to support their needs and advance AbbVie's scientific credibility.

What qualifications are required for the MSL position?

Candidates must have a Doctorate (PhD or MD) or MSc degree in a scientific-related discipline, relevant business experience, and solid knowledge of the biotech/pharmaceutical industry. Previous experience as an MSL is preferred.

How much travel is expected for this position?

Travel is required about 30% of the time.

What are the key responsibilities of the MSL in this role?

Key responsibilities include developing scientific knowledge, providing support for investigator-initiated studies, delivering presentations, and attending scientific meetings to summarize key data.

Is there a specific therapeutic area focus for this MSL role?

Yes, the MSL role specifically focuses on rheumatology within the Alberta and British Columbia regions.

What essential skills are necessary for candidates applying to this position?

Essential skills include English language proficiency (oral and written), proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, comfort with technology, and strong communication and collaboration abilities.

Does AbbVie offer equal employment opportunities?

Yes, AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities.

Will I be required to participate in scientific meetings and conferences?

Yes, attending relevant scientific meetings and conferences is a key responsibility of the MSL role.

What is the company's mission?

AbbVie’s mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow.

Are there opportunities for professional development in this role?

Yes, the MSL role offers opportunities to develop and maintain expert knowledge in the assigned therapeutic area, contributing to professional growth and learning.

AbbVie

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

AbbVie is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on creating medicines and solutions that put impact first — for patients, communities, and our world. We aim to address complex health issues and enhance people's lives through our core therapeutic areas: immunology, oncology, neuroscience, eye care, aesthetics and other areas of unmet need.