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Position: Medical Science Liaison - CV, Ontario & West

Location: Ontario & West

Job type: 12-month Fixed-term contract

At Bristol Myers Squibb, we are inspired by a single vision – transforming patients’ lives through science. In oncology, hematology, immunology, and cardiovascular disease – and one of the most diverse and promising pipelines in the industry – each of our passionate colleagues contribute to innovations that drive meaningful change. We bring a human touch to every treatment we pioneer. Join us and make a difference. Our organization follows a hybrid work structure where employees can work remotely or in the office 50% of the time.

Position Summary

In this role, the individual serves as a scientific intermediary, bridging medical discussions between cardiology professionals and internal BMS stakeholders about BMS products and their therapeutic areas. They act as a liaison, facilitating medical exchanges related to these products and associated domains.

Key Responsibilities and Major Duties

• Meets and develops strong rapport with Cardiology Key Opinion Leaders (KOL) and maintain knowledge of their clinical practice, needs and interests.

• Ensures that data on BMS pipeline products is appropriately communicated in an efficient and timely manner through scientific exchanges.

• Collects Medical insights & competitive intelligence.

• Provides input into the Regional Field Medical plan

• Plans, organizes and executes Regional Medical activities in collaboration with head office and field matrix teams

• Provides clinical trials support in collaboration with Regional Clinical Operations 

• Helps to identify Investigator-Sponsored Research Trials (ISRs) as part of strategy development for the therapeutic area in Canada.

• Keeps abreast of key Cardiology treatment trends and emerging clinical science and ensures that this information is shared with appropriate BMS departments.

• Ensure that all adverse drug events are reported in a timely and efficient manner as per BMS Policies & Directives.

• Attends company and scientific meetings.

• Reports to MSL Manager, cardiology

Qualifications & Experience

• Strong scientific acumen especially in cardiology

• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing, scientific/medical information to a diverse audience of both internal and external customers.

• Is able to establish strong rapport with internal and external customers including Cardiologists, investigators, other health care providers, patient groups and pharmacists

• Understands clinical research in the field of Cardiology including Good Clinical Practices and ethical, governmental and regulatory requirements as they relate to clinical research and to the pharmaceutical industry as well.

• Ability to collaborate effectively in cross-functional teams.

• Has the ability to understand and frame medical / research / scientific in relation to the specific constraints and requirements of the pharmaceutical industry.

• Superior interpersonal and team-working skills.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and unexpected issues that may arise.

• Strong moral and ethical values.

• Strong motivation.

• Expected to travel 60 % of the time with focus in Ontario and Western provinces and must have a valid driver's license

• Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing in English

Education

• Pharm.D./M,D./Ph.D. in life sciences.

• Two or more years of experience in biomedical sciences, pharmaceutical, drug information, clinical research or other related industry.

• A Masters Degree in life sciences or health or equivalent could be considered if the candidate has a strong clinical experience or background in cardiology.

Why You Should Apply

• Around the world, we are passionate about making an impact on the lives of patients with serious diseases. Empowered to apply our individual talents and diverse perspectives in an inclusive culture, our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion, and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues

• Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives

• We invite you to forward your resume online and we will be happy to contact you if your candidacy is selected for an interview

If you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn’t perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career.

Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing Careers
With a single vision as inspiring as “Transforming patients’ lives through science™ ”, every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in an inclusive culture, promoting diversity in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.

On-site Protocol

BMS has a diverse occupancy structure that determines where an employee is required to conduct their work. This structure includes site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design jobs. The occupancy type that you are assigned is determined by the nature and responsibilities of your role:

Site-essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility. Site-by-design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. For these roles, onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive Company culture. For field-based and remote-by-design roles the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function.

BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request a reasonable workplace accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your inquiries to [email protected]. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.

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