133,000 that is the projected number of Canadian\xe2\x80\x99s living with the disabling effect of multiple sclerosis (MS) by 2031. MS is a chronic autoimmune disease of the central nervous system affecting people mainly between the ages of 20 and 49, the most productive years of life. Patients are subject to unpredictable symptoms leading to accumulation of disability and challenges such as unemployment. You will play a critical role in external peer-level discussions and developing a network of HCPs for partnership, while helping the team to understand unmet medical needs and barriers for the implementation of our assets in clinical practice and healthcare systems. You influence and strongly collaborate with different functions to support business priorities and demonstrate an entrepreneurial mindset.
As a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) you will be part of the multi-functional team responsible for execution and implementation of the Neuroscience medical strategy aligned with business priorities.
It is time to change how Canadian patients with MS live with their diagnosis. Do you want to play an important role in reimaging care for patients with MS and accelerate time to treatment? Do you want to help shape our culture of innovation and collaboration through a high-performance team of MSLs in Neuroscience?

If you passionately answered YES, you are ready to apply!

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Create a network of peer-to-peer scientific relationships and developing a network of HCPs for partnership
• Provide and discuss scientific information and data to ensure concepts are understood and information / insights are gathered to better inform Novartis research and set the overall strategic direction for the company
• Develop and execute engagement plans that demonstrate an ability to stringently prioritize and strategically engage MEs aligned with business priorities
• Liaise and provide up-to-date medical information to relevant external groups to ensure evidence-based understanding of Novartis products relative to medical guidelines, and health economic information
• Demonstrate an entrepreneurial mind set and ability to work within a cross-functional team in a matrix environment
• Be agile and adaptable to interface and provide value across a continuum of both internal and external stakeholders

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.
Minimum requirements
What you\xe2\x80\x99ll bring to the role:

• MD, PharmD, PhD or other life sciences degree with solid medical/technical background and proven competencies influencing skills, clinical research insight, business and market knowledge.

Previous experience as an MSL.
Scientific expertise in the therapeutic field (MS/Neurology) is highly desired.

• A proven ability to develop and foster peer-to-peer, credible relationships with Medical Experts/decision makers and ability to synthesize complex scientific information and analyze it within strategic and regulatory settings.
• Strong personal integrity and customer focus.
• Excellent interpersonal communication, negotiation, and advanced presentation skills.
• Excellent verbal and written skills in English and French is a must.
• Familiarity with reimbursement processes in Canada

Travel: up to 70% of the time - Ability to work independently

You\xe2\x80\x99ll receive:
Competitive salary, annual bonus, pension scheme, health insurance, flexible working arrangements, subsidized dining facilities, employee recognition scheme. Find out more about Novartis Canada: https://www.novartis.ca/

Why consider Novartis?
743 million. That\xe2\x80\x99s how many lives our products touch. And while we\xe2\x80\x99re proud of that fact, in this world of digital and technological transformation, we must also ask ourselves this: how can we continue to improve and extend even more people\xe2\x80\x99s lives?

We believe the answers are found when curious, courageous and collaborative people like you are brought together in an inspiring environment. Where you\xe2\x80\x99re given opportunities to explore the power of digital and data. Where you\xe2\x80\x99re empowered to risk failure by taking smart risks, and where you\xe2\x80\x99re surrounded by people who share your determination to tackle the world\xe2\x80\x99s toughest medical challenges.

Imagine what you could do at Novartis!
Division
PHARMA
Business Unit
LACAN PHARMA
Country
Canada
Work Location
Montreal
Company/Legal Entity
Novartis Pharma Canada
Functional Area
Research & Development
Job Type
Full Time
Employment Type
Regular
Shift Work
No
Early Talent
Yes