Job Description

Title: Medical Science Liaison, Rare Disease (Greater Montreal Area)Company: Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals Canada Inc.:R\xc3\xa9sum\xc3\xa9 / objectif du posteLa principale responsabilit\xc3\xa9 de lagent de liaison m\xc3\xa9dicale et scientifique est d\xc3\xa9tablir des relations entre pairs avec les principaux intervenants externes, en harmonie avec nos portefeuilles des maladies rares. Ces relations faciliteront l\xc3\xa9change dinformation scientifique dans les domaines th\xc3\xa9rapeutiques cl\xc3\xa9s, la communication de donn\xc3\xa9es \xc3\xa9mergentes, la r\xc3\xa9ponse aux questions des professionnels de la sant\xc3\xa9 et lidentification de partenaires de recherche ax\xc3\xa9s sur lam\xc3\xa9lioration des soins aux patients. Ce poste est \xc3\xa9galement essentiel pour recueillir des renseignements sur les tendances th\xc3\xa9rapeutiques, lexp\xc3\xa9rience avec les produits Ipsen et lenvironnement en constante \xc3\xa9volution des soins de sant\xc3\xa9, afin dharmoniser nos efforts dentreprise avec les occasions dam\xc3\xa9liorer les r\xc3\xa9sultats pour les patients.Pr\xc3\xa9f\xc3\xa9rence pour les candidats situ\xc3\xa9s dans la r\xc3\xa9gion du Grand Montr\xc3\xa9al. LALMS sera principalement responsable d\'un territoire comprenant le Qu\xc3\xa9bec, le Manitoba et les provinces de l\'Atlantique et interagira avec les clients au sein de ce territoire, tant en personne quen virtuel. Il est pr\xc3\xa9vu que lALMS se d\xc3\xa9place environ 60 % du temps.Principales responsabilit\xc3\xa9s / attentes professionnelles

• Identifier et d\xc3\xa9velopper des relations entre pairs avec des experts m\xc3\xa9dicaux r\xc3\xa9gionaux et nationaux align\xc3\xa9s dans les domaines th\xc3\xa9rapeutiques dint\xc3\xa9r\xc3\xaat dIpsen Canada, et conform\xc3\xa9ment \xc3\xa0 la strat\xc3\xa9gie et aux objectifs des Affaires m\xc3\xa9dicales.
• Soutenir l\xc3\xa9laboration de plans annuels des affaires m\xc3\xa9dicales dans le domaine des maladies rares, le cas \xc3\xa9ch\xc3\xa9ant, et en collaboration avec l\xc3\xa9quipe m\xc3\xa9dicale interne.
• \xc3\x89tablir des \xc3\xa9changes scientifiques continus avec des experts pour discuter des th\xc3\xa9rapies actuelles et \xc3\xa9mergentes; cela peut inclure des conseils consultatifs, des r\xc3\xa9unions individuelles et des congr\xc3\xa8s.
• Identifier proactivement les centres de recherche potentiels et les aider au besoin \xc3\xa0 faciliter les essais cliniques financ\xc3\xa9s en externe.
• Identifier et aider, au besoin, \xc3\xa0 linitiation et \xc3\xa0 la fermeture des essais cliniques financ\xc3\xa9s par le chercheur.
• Contribuer \xc3\xa0 lidentification des besoins m\xc3\xa9dicaux non satisfaits dans le domaine des maladies rares.
• D\xc3\xa9velopper et maintenir une expertise scientifique, clinique et th\xc3\xa9rapeutique dans le domaine des maladies rares.
• Fournir une expertise scientifique, clinique et \xc3\xa9ducative appropri\xc3\xa9e aux clients internes et externes.
• Contribuer \xc3\xa0 l\xc3\xa9laboration et \xc3\xa0 la prestation de la formation scientifique aux repr\xc3\xa9sentants commerciaux.
• Coordonner les activit\xc3\xa9s scientifiques avec les \xc3\xa9quipes des Affaires m\xc3\xa9dicales, du D\xc3\xa9veloppement clinique et les groupes de franchises mondiaux, au besoin.
• Repr\xc3\xa9senter lentreprise lors d\xc3\xa9v\xc3\xa9nements de formation m\xc3\xa9dicale continue, de programmes, de r\xc3\xa9unions m\xc3\xa9dicales et de congr\xc3\xa8s scientifiques.

Connaissances, capacit\xc3\xa9s et exp\xc3\xa9rience

• Dipl\xc3\xb4me d\xc3\xa9tudes sup\xc3\xa9rieures en sciences de la vie, un atout (p. ex., M.D., Ph. D., Pharm. D., etc.). Les candidats ayant un dipl\xc3\xb4me de ma\xc3\xaetrise en sciences ou un dipl\xc3\xb4me \xc3\xa9quivalent seraient consids sils ont d\xc3\xa9montr\xc3\xa9 une exp\xc3\xa9rience appropri\xc3\xa9e et substantielle en liaison m\xc3\xa9dicale et scientifique.
• Au moins deux ans dexp\xc3\xa9rience en tant quALMS dans lindustrie pharmaceutique, un atout.

• Exp\xc3\xa9rience dans le domaine des maladies rares ou gastro-intestinales souhait\xc3\xa9e.
• Exp\xc3\xa9rience en essais cliniques ou en recherche, un atout important.
• Le bilinguisme (fran\xc3\xa7ais et anglais) est requis.
• Il doit sagir d\'un strat\xc3\xa8ge capable de se projeter dans lavenir et danticiper clairement les besoins, les cons\xc3\xa9quences et les tendances futures et \xc3\xaatre en mesure didentifier des solutions.
• Excellent flair scientifique et capacit\xc3\xa9 \xc3\xa0 analyser des donn\xc3\xa9es scientifiques avec rapidit\xc3\xa9 et pr\xc3\xa9cision.
• Une exp\xc3\xa9rience dans la pr\xc3\xa9paration de documents destin\xc3\xa9s aux affaires m\xc3\xa9dicales et une exp\xc3\xa9rience dans la r\xc3\xa9vision ou l\xc3\xa9dition de documents promotionnels constituent un atout.
• Capacit\xc3\xa9 \xc3\xa0 communiquer des informations scientifiques et cliniques de mani\xc3\xa8re claire et cr\xc3\xa9dible, \xc3\xa0 loral comme \xc3\xa0 l\xc3\xa9crit.
• Agir avec int\xc3\xa9grit\xc3\xa9 et dans le respect de l\'\xc3\xa9thique.
• Comp\xc3\xa9tences \xc3\xa9lev\xc3\xa9es en mati\xc3\xa8re de collaboration et dinfluence.
• Capacit\xc3\xa9 \xc3\xa0 travailler de fa\xc3\xa7on autonome et au sein d\xc3\xa9quipes interfonctionnelles.
• Capacit\xc3\xa9 de voyager au Canada et occasionnellement \xc3\xa0 l\'\xc3\xa9tranger. Environ 60 % du temps
• Les voyages daffaires en avion ou en voiture sont r\xc3\xa9guli\xc3\xa8rement n\xc3\xa9cessaires. Permis de conduire requis.
• Possibilit\xc3\xa9 de travail de fin de semaine.

Summary / purpose of the positionThe primary responsibility of the Medical Science Liaison (MSL) is to develop peer-to-peer relationships with key external stakeholders, aligned to our rare disease 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.Preference for candidates located in the Greater Montreal Area. The MSL will primarily be responsible for a territory that includes Quebec, Manitoba and the Atlantic provinces 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 / job expectations

• Identify and develop peer-to-peer relationships with regional and national medical experts aligned with Ipsen Canadas therapeutic areas of interest, and consistent with the strategy and objectives of Medical Affairs.
• Support the development of annual and regional medical affairs plans in rare disease, as appropriate, and in collaboration with the internal medical team.
• Establish ongoing scientific exchange with experts to discuss current and emerging therapies; this can include advisory boards, individual meetings, and congresses.
• 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 rare disease.
• Develop and maintain scientific, clinical and therapeutic expertise in rare disease.
• Provide appropriate scientific, clinical, and educational expertise for internal and external customers.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of scientific training to Sales Representatives.
• 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.

Knowledge, abilities & 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 appropriate and substantial MSL experience.
• 2+ years experience as an MSL in the pharmaceutical industry preferred
• Experience in Rare Disease or GI preferred
• Clinical trials/research experience a strong asset
• Bilingualism (French & English) is required
• 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
• 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
• Must act ethically and with integrity and able to make sound and compliance-guided judgments
• High level of collaboration and influencing skills
• Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams while also being a self-motivator with strong drive for result driven success
• Ability to travel in Canada and occasionally outside of Canada. Approximately 60% of the time
• Business travel by air or car is regularly required. Drivers license required.
• Some weekend work required

Thank you for considering Ipsen as an employer of choice. We wish you all the best with your application.

Ipsen