Oncology Jobs in Etobicoke, ON

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At Amgen, if you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do.

Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas –Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease– we reach millions of patients each year. As a member of the Amgen team, you’ll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives.

Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

Diagnostic Liaison, Oncology

Location : Greater Toronto Area or Montreal

Reports to : Medical Director, Oncology

What you will do

In this vital role you will develop and support the medical strategy for biomarkers and diagnostics (Dx) within Amgen's Canada portfolio. This involves collaborating with internal and external partners to advance the understanding and integration of biomarker-driven therapies in Canada.

• Establish and maintain an in-depth scientific and technical understanding of biomarkers and Dx, including testing methodologies, clinical utility and results interpretation.
• Develop and support the medical affairs strategy for biomarkers and Dx in Canada, working closely with cross-functional teams, including Canadian and Global medical affairs colleagues.
• Identify barriers and solutions for the routine adoption of clinically actionable biomarkers and public reimbursement of Dx to ensure ongoing and timely access for patients.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure testing availability at launch for targeted therapies and future pipeline assets, including developing and implementing robust testing strategies across Canada.
• Develop and maintain relationships with Pathology Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) in Canada to gain insights and advance scientific knowledge.
• Support the planning and execution of advisory boards, educational programs and other scientific exchange meetings focused on biomarkers and Dx.
• Contribute to biomarker and Dx-related activities at major Canadian and International congresses.
• Provide input on investigator-sponsored studies (ISS) and research proposals related to biomarkers and diagnostics in Canada.
• Collaborate with professional societies and advocacy groups to enhance biomarker education and awareness in Canada.

50% travel

What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The scientific professional we seek is an individual with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications :

MD, DO, PhD, or PharmD degree from an accredited institution and 2+ years of industry experience

Master’s, or Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of relevant medical science or industry experience

French / English Bilingual

Preferred Qualifications :

What you can expect of us

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.

In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Plans that are aligned with local industry standards.

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As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.

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