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Medical Scientific Liaison, Oncology / Agent(e) de Liaison médical et scientifique – Oncologie

Merck Careers · CAN - Quebec - Kirkland (16750 Transcanada)

Full-timeOn-sitePosted 19 October 2026
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Job Description: Medical Scientific Liaison, Oncology Territory: British Columbia & Alberta Our Medical Affairs team advances patient care by engaging in scientific exchange with external medical experts and industry professionals ensuring the scientific value of our products is realized. We engage and train internal employees to ensure that they thoroughly comprehend the science behind the medicine and review further unmet medical needs to bolster collaboration and further differentiate our portfolio. The objective of the Medical and Scientific Liaison, by virtue of their training and expertise, is to discuss and provide scientific and therapeutic information to Healthcare Professionals and Researchers viewed by their peers to be authorities in Breast and Gynecologic malignancies. The Medical Scientific Liaison's interaction with their audience is governed by guiding principles intended to deliver unbiased and evidence-based information through in-depth scientific exchange in the therapeutic area of Oncology specifically in Breast and Gynecologic malignancies often leading to knowledge transfer initiatives and research. Reporting to the Therapeutic Area Head, Oncology - Medical Affairs, the Medical and Scientific Liaison uses exceptionally strong interpersonal skills, especially in the area of one-on-one communication, and a high degree of understanding of oncology and the treatments, to develop and maintain strong scientific working relationships with Clinical Scientific Leaders in oncology with both clinicians and/or basic scientists through the communication of unbiased and evidence based information. The Medical and Scientific Liaison achieves a high level of competency in using Microsoft Teams collaborative platform and manages multiple ongoing projects. The Medical and Scientific Liaison is responsible for managing assigned budgets to optimize investment opportunities. The Medical and Scientific Liaison will ensure his/her interactions fully comply with our Company's commitment to our Values and Standards, policies, procedures, industry standards and all laws and regulations, including, but not limited to, General Mandate and Guiding Principles for Medical and Scientific Liaisons. Qualifications: Pharm D, PhD Degree in Science or Health Sciences (preferably in related disease area) or MD is required. Pharmaceutical experience or equivalent preferably involving work with scientific leaders and/or community leaders. 2-3 years experience in the therapeutic area of Oncology (both basic and clinical literature). Demonstrated ability to acquire and maintain product, disease and competition knowledge. Strong knowledge of Company policies, procedures, industry standards, as well as laws and regulations. Ability to analyze and understand local community of practice. Ability to comprehend and integrate complex scientific concepts. Advanced knowledge of Office technology and related software. Advanced Analysis, Planning, Implementation and Control skills. Advanced negotiation, presentation, and facilitation skills. Advanced project management skills. Language requirement: English. The candidate must be based in British Columbia This job posting is for an existing vacancy position. The anticipated base salary range for this position is $124,400 – $174,400 CAD. At our company, we are firmly committed to provide fair and equitable pay for similar work and experience as a fundamental aspect of our workplace culture.  Individual employee salaries will be based on several factors such as relevant experience, skills & proficiency, and/or other bona fide factors relative to appropriate internal comparators. At our Company, we lead with people. This role includes eligibility to our discretionary short-term-incentive plan which fosters a pay-for-performance culture. Also, our contemporary rewards and benefit programs go beyond traditional medical plans and retirement programs, to create a flexible, inclusive workplace to support employee well-being, development and long-term success. We may use artificial intelligence and automated tools to support our recruitment process. AI tools are used to support, but not replace, human judgment.  All hiring decisions are made by our hiring managers. We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates. In accordance with our accommodation policies and applicable provincial and federal accessibility legislation, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process. Required Skills: Adaptability, Advisory Board Development, Analytical Problem Solving, Clinical Trial Methodology, Collaboration, Communication, Data Analysis, Interpersonal Relationships, Leadership, Oncology Research, Scientific Communications, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Thinking, Team Collaboration, Time ManagementPreferred Skills: Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE Secondary Language(s) Job Description: Agent(e) de Liaison médical et scientifique – Oncologie Territoire : Colombie-Britannique et Alberta Notre équipe des affaires médicales améliore les soins aux patients en s’engageant dans des échanges scientifiques avec des experts médicaux externes et des professionnels du secteur, afin de garantir que la valeur scientifique de nos produits soit pleinement réalisée. Nous impliquons et formons les employés  internes afin de nous assurer qu’ils comprennent parfaitement la science derrière le médicament et qu’ils examinent d’autres besoins médicaux non rencontrés, afin de renforcer la collaboration et de mieux différencier notre portefolio. L’objectif de l’Agent(e) de liaison médical et scientifique, en raison de sa formation et de son expertise, est de présenter de l’information scientifique et thérapeutique aux professionnels de la santé et aux chercheurs considérés par leurs pairs comme faisant autorité dans leur domaine thérapeutique des cancers du sein et cancers gynécologiques L’interaction entre l’Agent(e), Liaison Médicale et Scientifique avec son auditoire est régie par des principes directeurs qui assurent la transmission d’information objective et fondée sur des preuves par un échange scientifique approfondi dans le domaine thérapeutique de l’oncologie, en particulier en cancer du sein et cancers gynécologiques, sans toutefois s’y limiter, et aboutissant souvent à des initiatives de transfert de connaissances et de recherche. Relevant du responsable de l’aire thérapeutique, Oncologie – Affaires médicales, l’Agent(e) met à profit d’excellentes compétences interpersonnelles, en particulier dans le domaine de la communication individuelle, ainsi qu’un haut degré de compréhension de l’oncologie et de ses traitements, afin de développer et de maintenir de solides relations scientifiques de travail avec des leaders cliniques et scientifiques en oncologie qu’il s’agisse de cliniciens et/ou de chercheurs fondamentaux, par la communication d’informations impartiales et fondées sur des données probantes. L’Agent(e)  de liaison médicale et scientifique atteint un haut niveau de maîtrise de la plateforme collaborative Microsoft Teams et gère plusieurs projets en cours. Il est responsable de la gestion des budgets qui lui sont attribués afin d’optimiser les opportunités d’investissement. L’Agent(e)  de liaison médicale et scientifique s’assurera que ses interactions soient pleinement conformes à l’engagement de notre entreprise envers nos Valeurs et Standards, nos politiques, nos procédures, les normes

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