Medical Science Liaison (MSL) (Quebec-Atlantic)

Company Description

At Sobi, each person brings their unique talents to work as a team and make a difference. We are dedicated to developing and delivering innovative therapies to improve the lives of people who live with a rare disease.

Our edge comes from our team of people and our commitment to patients.

Our mission and culture at Sobi North America get us excited to come to work every day, but here are a few more reasons to join our team :

• Competitive compensation for your work
• Generous time off policy
• Summer Fridays
• Opportunity to broaden your horizons by attending popular conferences
• Emphasis on work / life balance
• Collaborative and team-oriented environment
• Making a positive impact to help ultra-rare disease patients who are in need of life-saving treatments

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Regional Medical Science Liaison (MSL) to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be passionate about bringing life-changing therapies to Canadians living with rare diseases.

The Regional MSL is a key conduit of information between internal and external stakeholders. Adhering to the highest standards of integrity, the Regional MSL is an integral part of the Sobi Canada team and Sobi NA Medical Affairs.

The individual will work closely with the Field Medical Lead to achieve the objectives of Sobi NA Medical affairs.

The candidate should have an entrepreneurial mindset, a strong ability to interpret and effectively communicate scientific information, the ability to identify and establish meaningful peer-to-peer relationships with physicians and care teams and through compliant interactions, meet HCP needs for objective, fair, and balanced information about Sobi drugs and respond to questions about Sobi clinical trials.

The candidate should also understand the value that the MSL role brings to an organization, be able to collaborate cross-functionally in a compliant manner, be solution-oriented, and possess strong analytical, strategic thinking skills and business acumen.

Regional role : the Regional MSL will regularly travel throughout in territory (estimated 60%, local conditions permitting), hold a valid Canadian driver’s license, and will occasionally attend Sobi NA meetings and Scientific Congresses elsewhere in Canada and in the U.S.

Position Expectations :

Passion for Rare Diseases : Demonstrate a deep passion for improving the lives of Canadians living with rare diseases. You should be driven by the opportunity to bring life-changing therapies to these individuals and their families.

Maintain a high level of expertise in Sobi Canada’s Therapeutic portfolio, including, but not limited to, hematology, inflammation, rheumatology, immunology, and oncology.

Entrepreneurial Mindset : Demonstrate an entrepreneurial spirit by identifying opportunities, taking initiative, and driving projects to completion.

Plan, support, and execute regional roundtables, advisory boards, and related activities. Ability and willingness to travel as needed, conditions permitting (estimated 60%).

You should be comfortable with ambiguity and be able to work autonomously, demonstrating resilience and resourcefulness in the face of challenges.

Interpretation and Communication of Scientific Information : Understand complex scientific concepts and translate them into clear, understandable language for diverse audiences from both literature and scientific congress attendance.

Engage in scientific discussions with medical professionals, fostering an environment of mutual respect and open dialogue.

Peer-to-Peer Relationship Building with Physicians : Excel at identifying and establishing meaningful peer-to-peer relationships with physicians.

Foster an environment of mutual respect and open dialogue and engage in scientific discussions that lead to the advancement of our Medical Affairs objectives.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration : Effectively and compliantly partner with cross-functional colleagues. Work in a team environment, collaborating with various departments such as Sales, Market Access, Marketing, Regulatory Affairs and R&D.
• Solution-Oriented : Demonstrate a problem-solving mindset. Your approach to challenges should be positive and constructive, focusing on how obstacles can be overcome rather than dwelling on the problem.
• Analytical and Strategic Thinking : Demonstrate strong analytical and strategic thinking skills. You should have the ability to dissect complex problems, extract key insights, and develop strategic plans based on your findings.
• Business Acumen : Possess a strong business acumen. Understand how various parts of the business interconnect and how decisions in one area impact outcomes in others.
• Understanding of MSL Role : Appreciate the critical value that a MSL brings to our organization. Your understanding of this role should guide your interactions and decision-making processes within Sobi Canada.
• Ability to Travel : The successful candidate must be legally eligible to travel to the United States for business meetings and events.

Qualifications

• PharmD, MD, PhD or other doctoral-level degree preferred, and a minimum of 2 years related pharma / biotech experience.
• Excellent written and verbal French required.
• Passion for science and teaching.
• Excellent oral presentation and written communication skills.
• Ability to understand and effectively communicate scientific information; respond to inquiries and address needs of key stakeholders.
• Ability to initiate and maintain relationships throughout the medical community.
• Demonstrated ability to build positive constructive relationships with cross functional team members.
• Demonstrated high level of personal integrity, emotional intelligence, flexibility.
• Experience in relevant clinical practice a plus.
• Understanding of the Canadian Market Access (INESSS) and regulatory environment.
• Disease state knowledge, hematology, immunology, oncology and rare disease preferred.
• Preferred
• 2+ years of MSL experience in pharma / biotech.
• Experience in rare diseases, particularly hematology, oncology, inflammation, immunology, rheumatology, or a related field.
• A proven track record of :
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Additional Information

All Sobi employees need to demonstrate behaviors in line with Sobi's core values : Care, Ambition, Urgency, Ownership and Partnership.

Are you ready to be on the Sobi team? Come join a culture that empowers every person to be the person that makes a difference for rare disease.

Why Join Us? We are a global company with over 1,700 employees in more than 30 countries and are committed to the societies where we operate.

Our people believe they have the power to make a positive impact in others’ lives because that’s exactly what we do here.

If you’re seeking a career that taps into your talents in a way that makes the world a better, healthier place, we just may have a job for you.

We know our employees are our most valuable asset, and our culture conveys that. We offer a competitive benefits package, to support the health and happiness of our staff.

Sobi Culture At Sobi, we refuse to accept the status quo. This is because we have witnessed first-hand the challenges facing those affected by rare diseases, and have used this knowledge to shape our business to find new ways of helping them.

An Equal Opportunity Employer Sobi is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.

All employment decisions at Sobi are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veterans and / or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status or protected groups by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

Sobi is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. Disabled / Veterans. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access this website to apply for a vacancy as a result of your disability.

COVID-19 Policy For the safety of our employees and all individuals with whom we interact professionally, Sobi North America requires all new hires in the U.

S. to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 with proof of vaccination status. We will consider requests for reasonable medical or religious accommodations, as well as any state-specific exemptions, as required by applicable law.

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