Medical Science Liaison (MSL) - Allergan Aesthetics
About AbbVie AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative solutions and medicines to meet important health needs today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. AbbVie does everything it can to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across various key therapeutic areas, including immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care, as well as in the field of aesthetics, with Allergan Aesthetics products and services. To learn more about AbbVie, visit www.abbvie.com. Follow AbbVie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X, and YouTube.
Joining Allergan Aesthetics (AA), an AbbVie company, means you will be part of an exceptional team of professionals dedicated to having a remarkable impact on patients' lives. AA's mission is to instill confidence in consumers and clients by creating products and technologies that advance aesthetic medicine. We believe in the power to shape your own life, your own career path, and your own style – and we continue to evolve our company based on the needs of those we serve. United by our common conviction and our commitment to doing what is right, we give our best every day to inspire confidence. Field-based position; the Medical Science Liaison (MSL) establishes and maintains professional scientific relationships between Allergan and the healthcare professional community. As a member of the Canadian medical affairs team, the MSL develops and delivers educational programs on pathologies and products to improve patient outcomes and strengthen healthcare professionals' awareness and understanding regarding pathologies and therapeutic options. Job Responsibilities Establish and maintain relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs), physicians affiliated with healthcare organizations, professional societies, and government representatives. Provide accurate and up-to-date scientific information that supports company strategies regarding its products and targeted therapeutic areas. Establish and maintain connections with healthcare professionals and their clinic staff. Represent Allergan at national and regional scientific meetings and professional congresses. Collaborate with the medical advisor on the development and coordination of Allergan-sponsored symposiums and speaker programs. Identify and develop opinion leaders and scientists to participate in Allergan-sponsored clinical trials, scientific symposiums, speaker programs, and advisory committees. Follow up on investigator-initiated research proposals (spontaneous research) and publication projects. Participate in the training of sales and commercial staff. Establish a field visit itinerary within the territory that effectively meets the medical information needs of the assigned geographic area. Maintain effective budgetary control of medical expenses. Perform required administrative tasks within the specified deadlines. Perform duties in accordance with organizational policies as well as federal and provincial laws and regulations. Facilitate roundtables (group scientific exchanges) with regional opinion leaders (KOLs) and healthcare professionals (HCPs). Required Knowledge: Regulatory requirements of Health Canada (HC), the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding good manufacturing practices (GMP/cGMP), PAAB, Rx&D, PMPRB, and others. Capable of delivering scientific presentations in public to an audience of healthcare professionals, using presentation methods and techniques. Knowledge of pharmacology, pharmaceutical principles, and their applications. Understanding of mathematical and statistical analysis principles in clinical studies. Understanding of the fundamental principles of scientific research, and the implementation of clinical and preclinical studies.
Required Skills: We strive to provide a French-speaking work environment for our employees in Quebec. However, as part of its francization program, AbbVie has taken all reasonable measures to avoid imposing the following requirement: advanced proficiency in English / fluency in English is an essential requirement for this position, notably, but not limited to, for the following reasons: English-speaking employees outside the province of Quebec. English-speaking clients outside the province of Quebec. English-speaking region outside the province of Quebec. Ability to formulate relevant suggestions, to influence, and to persuade. Ability to provide high-quality services and to establish trusting relationships with internal and external clients. Research, analysis, and evaluation of methods for disseminating medical and scientific information. Management and organization of multiple projects and missions within the specified deadlines. Autonomy, proactivity, and sense of initiative. Required Qualifications: Doctorate required (Medicine, Pharmacy, or PhD). Minimum of 3 years of experience directly related to the position. Previous experience within a pharmaceutical company or a start-up. Previous experience in the fields of medical affairs, aesthetics, and dermatology is considered an asset. Field experience is considered an asset. Proficiency in French is required for this position. Other requirements (e.g., travel) Regular travel is required within the country and internationally (75%). Why Allergan Aesthetics? We believe in the value of our work and, together, we create the products and technologies that advance aesthetic medicine. Our principles are designed to allow us to honor this commitment: Making your practice our priority Being inclusive to all Placing science at the heart Creating the future Being connected to patients We present ourselves every day, motivated by the possibility of having a true impact on people's lives. Every day counts. By aligning your interests with our business imperatives, you will always have the opportunity to push yourself and go further. Thus, we foster an inclusive and caring environment, where you are encouraged to ask questions, dream big, and build on the best ideas of everyone.
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