Sr. Medical Liaison; Pain Quebec

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General/Position Summary. The East Canada / Quebec Pain Sr. Medical Science Liaison (MSL), with support and guidance from peers and management, will serve as a scientific liaison to the medical/academic community and is responsible for establishing and maintaining relationships with Health Care Providers/Professionals (HCPs) to ensure the appropriate dissemination of clinical and scientific information regarding Vertex’s new acute pain medication in a timely, ethical and stakeholder-focused manner.

The MSL will contribute to shaping the medical plan by providing external stakeholders  insights and contribute to the design and execution of the Medical Affairs strategy and plan. The MSL will engage HCPs in response to scientific educational and research needs with available Vertex resources and provide the latest emerging data in response to specific inquiries, as appropriate. The territory includes Quebec and Atlantic provinces;

incumbent must reside within the territory.

• Through scientific exchange, develop trusting relationships with a predefined list of medical and scientific Thought Leaders and other HCPs.
• Apply the principles of the Scientific Engagement Model (SEM) to enhance the quality of interactions as assessed by field coaching observations.
• Incorporate the medical plan (listening priorities) into interactions and capture feedback in the CRM system with appropriate oversight by management, to inform internal stakeholders and assist in shaping the medical strategy.
• With guidance from management, utilize the CRM system and analytics reports to capture interaction details in a time-sensitive manner and to enhance future TL engagements and manage workload.
• Exchange scientific information effectively and compliantly with external stakeholders at a proficient level of communication for both disease state and product topics, as assessed by management coaching and field observations.
• Demonstrate conceptual and practical knowledge of Canadian payers and understand the relationships between payer plans and patient care delivery in the region.
• With guidance from management, represent Vertex at medical congresses by providing scientific session/abstract coverage, booth staffing coverage, routine TL interactions, and contributing to daily and end-of-congress summaries.
• After initial guidance, independently perform and complete administrative tasks in a timely manner (CRM entry, vehicle mileage reporting, expense reporting, calendar entries, training assignments, etc.) and conduct all activities in compliance with Vertex Policy and Procedures.

• Minimum requirement: advanced biomedical or life sciences degree (Masters, NP, PA).
• Preference for terminal degree in biomedical or life sciences (DO, MD, Pharm
  
  D, PhD).

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as an MSL, or in other medical affairs roles in the pharma/biotech industry.
• Previous training or experience in the designated therapeutic area is helpful.

• Ability to achieve goals within allotted time frames and deliver high-quality results.
• Ability to initiate, plan and complete projects in a constantly changing field-based environment.
• Ability to identify issues and create solutions.
• Ability to critically appraise and comprehend medical and scientific literature.
• Ability to effectively present clinical/scientific information in a credible manner in varied settings.
• Good knowledge of the assigned geographic territory and healthcare regulatory environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to work in a matrix environment.
• Ability to apply knowledge of relevant disease and disease management protocols, healthcare environment and competitors to articulate the medical and scientific value of Vertex products.
• Demonstrated understanding of compliance and regulatory frameworks that govern the pharmaceutical industry and the ability to conduct compliant interactions with internal and external stakeholders.
• Fluent in English and French.

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