Lead, coach, and mentor a diverse team of Medical Science Liaisons (MSLs) to deliver on territory action plans and Key Opinion Leader (KOL) engagement
Ensure MSL team excellence through continuous in-field coaching, performance management, and rigorous onboarding standards
Oversee field operational excellence, including tactical plan execution, budgets, and high-quality CRM (Veeva) documentation
Lead the field execution of the cardiometabolic medical strategy across Ontario and Quebec
Build and maintain strategic relationships with top-tier Canadian KOLs and regional institutions
Act as the strategic conduit between the Head Office and field teams to align tactics with overall Medical Affairs priorities
Navigate organisational changes and team flux, ensuring stability and engagement during periods of turnover or leave coverage

Requirements

Advanced scientific or healthcare degree (MD, PharmD, or PhD preferred; master’s with strong experience considered)
Minimum 5 years in the pharmaceutical industry, with at least 3 years as an MSL and 2-3 years as a people manager
Deep understanding of the Canadian healthcare and regulatory landscape (Health Canada, PAAB, IMC)
Proven ability to coach advanced scientific discussions and manage field-based operational excellence
Based in Ontario (GTA preferred) with the ability to travel up to 80%, including frequent overnights and coverage of Quebec
Legally permitted to work in Canada with a valid driver’s license
Fully bilingual (English/French) to support Quebec-based stakeholders and experience in a matrix/head office environment

Benefits

Continuous learning
Career development
Benefits tailored to your life and career stage

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

MDPharmDPhDmaster’s degreemedical science liaison (MSL)coachingperformance managementCRM documentationfield operational excellenceadvanced scientific discussions

Soft Skills

leadershipmentoringrelationship buildingstrategic thinkingcommunicationteam managementadaptabilityengagementcoachingproblem-solving