Medical Science Liaison, Neurology Quebec

At Eisai, satisfying unmet medical needs and increasing the benefits healthcare provides to patients, their families, and caregivers is Eisai’s human health care (hhc) mission. We’re a growing pharmaceutical company that is breaking through in neurology and oncology, with a strong emphasis on research and development. Our history includes the development of many innovative medicines, notably the discovery of the world's most widely-used treatment for Alzheimer’s disease. As we continue to expand, we are seeking highly-motivated individuals who want to work in a fast-paced environment and make a difference. If this is your profile, we want to hear from you.

Job Summary

The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) is responsible for the successful implementation of the regional field-based component of the Medical Affairs Therapeutic Area (TA) Strategic Plan, in close collaboration with the MSL and field teams, and under the direction of the Director, Neurology Medical Affairs.

The MSL, Neurology is a disease state and product expert, responsible for developing and maintaining professional relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOL) in Quebec as they relate to Eisai's products. The candidate in this position will be involved in medical education, preparing and delivering scientific presentations referent to Eisai disease state and products to healthcare professionals, including but not limited to physicians from different specialties, clinical researchers, medical directors, formulary committees, pharmacists, among others.

The MSL will have the following impact and contributions to the organization:

• Support Marketing, Sales, Market Access/ Value Access & Policy, and Regulatory Affairs teams by providing in-depth scientific, clinical and educational support as needed.
• Provide key scientific and clinical information about Eisai's products; provide a conduit for communication between Eisai Research and the medical community regarding ideas for future research with Eisai's products;
• As representatives of Eisai, a MSL will communicate key information about Eisai, the company and its hhc (human health care) mission;

The successful candidate must be a dynamic, self-starter who can thrive in a fast-paced environment while demonstrating leadership and initiative. The MSL will have a tremendous opportunity to contribute to achieving Medical Affairs strategies goals, by collecting field insights and contributing to the scientific development of our products’ life-cycle. Additionally, they will have the scientific expertise to support medical deliverables while closely collaborating with their MSL peers, and with cross-functional head office and field colleagues.

The responsibilities of the MSL include but are not limited to:

• Develop working peer-to-peer relationships with healthcare professionals, influencers and
• Work with key professionals in the area of Neurology and Primary Care, educating key healthcare professionals with current medical, scientific and pharmacoeconomic information on Eisai's products and therapeutic areas. Increase the awareness of Eisai products and disease areas, and via scientific exchange allow the key healthcare professionals to make informed therapeutic decisions.

opinion leaders within their area of expertise.

• Review and critically appraise scientific literature and develop, in collaboration with Medical, Market Access, and Marketing teams, key information summaries for Sales Reps and other internal stakeholders. Respond to Medical information inquiries for unsolicited requests.
• Provide resource for presenting medical information; allowing Eisai to glean information from physicians about the utility of our products and how they compare in the marketplace, through a learned intermediary. Contribute to the development of the Neurology Medical strategic plan.
• Assist in the preparation and execution of Regional Advisory Board meetings for Eisai's products, including preparing and delivering presentations, facilitating discussion and discussing/acting on insights.
• Work with clinical investigators and researchers to support and facilitate clinical trials (both Eisai sponsored and investigator-sponsored studies).

Other Activities Might Include

• Represent Medical Affairs on cross-functional teams as appropriate and needed
• The MSL will work collaboratively with cross-functional stakeholders and may support projects in other business functions, depending on business needs.
• Support the Medical Directors on the strategic and tactical planning and scientific content to support the execution of selected Medical Affairs initiatives
• Support the Medical Director in the review of promotional materials
• Develop scientific resources for internal and/or external use
• Assist with congress preparations and related publications

Required Qualifications

• Able to manage a frequent travel schedule, with 30-50% overnight travel.
• Strong broad-based scientific and pharmaceutical knowledge as well as excellent presentation and teaching skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities within established timelines and budgets.
• Advanced terminal degree in medical/biosciences (e.g M.D., PhD, PharmD, DPH, EdD)
• Previous MSL experience in the therapeutic area
• An independent self-starter with the ability to work effectively both alone and with cross-functional teams.
• Strong overall written and verbal communication skills
• Previous pharma/industry related experience

Good To Know

• Strong computer skills including applications for word processing, producing slide materials and working with spreadsheets.
• Understanding of commercial operations including Marketing and Sales strategic interests.
• Clinical research/drug development experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Please note, Eisai requires all new hires to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide valid proof of vaccination as of their start date, to the extent permitted under applicable law. This requirement is a condition of employment at Eisai, and it applies regardless of whether the position is located at an Eisai site, field based or is fully remote. If you are unable to receive the vaccine for qualifying medical reasons (including pregnancy-related), or religious reasons (sincerely held religious beliefs), you will have an opportunity to request a reasonable accommodation.
• Previous knowledge of Alzheimer’s disease
• Two or more years of experience in Medical Affairs

Eisai requires all new hires to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide valid proof of vaccination as of their start date, to the extent permitted under applicable law. This requirement is a condition of employment at Eisai, and it applies regardless of whether the position is located at an Eisai site, field based or is fully remote. If you are unable to receive the vaccine for qualifying medical reasons (including pregnancy-related), or religious reasons (sincerely held religious beliefs), you will have an opportunity to request a reasonable accommodation.

Eisai is an equal opportunity employer and as such, is committed in policy and in practice to recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status. Similarly, considering the need for reasonable accommodations, Eisai prohibits discrimination against persons because of disability, including disabled veterans.

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