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Agent(e) de liaison médicale et scientifique national


Company : MSD


Location : Kirkland, Kirkland


Created : 2026-02-22


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Job Description Agent(e) de liaison mdicale et scientifique national - Ophtalmologie Territoire : Canada Relevant du Responsable des Liaisons Mdicales et Scientifiques, Mdecine gnrale et spcialises, l''agent(e) de liaison mdicale et scientifique national est un professionnel mdical sur le terrain dont la responsabilit principale consiste communiquer d''gal gal de faon non promotionnelle et utiliser son savoir-faire social pouss pour offrir des renseignements mdicaux et scientifiques aux leaders scientifiques ou les dcideurs cls bass sur un change et des services scientifiques de pointe favorisant les intrts et les besoins professionnels du partenaire professionnel. L''agent(e) de liaison mdicale et scientifique s''assure qu''il ou elle connat fond le domaine thrapeutique (ophtalmologie) et toutes les tudes importantes tant en cours que termines, les renseignements sur les produits concernant les thrapies pertinentes de Notre entreprise et autres socits, les donnes cliniques et les donnes sur les produits en dveloppement pertinentes pour offrir les donnes les plus quilibres aux les leaders scientifiques, aux dcideurs cls et au secteur de la sant pour amliorer les soins aux patients. Rles et responsabilits: Faire des changes non promotionnels d''gal gal de renseignements mdicaux et scientifiques avec les leaders scientifiques ou les dcideurs cls dans la mesure o la loi et la rglementation locales, les codes sectoriels locaux et les autres dispositions du mode opratoire normalis mdical sur le terrain le permettent. Obtenir des intuitions profondes sur les maladies, le domaine thrapeutique et les besoins en matire de soins de sant, les lacunes dans les donnes et les dfis lis la gographie locale. Reprsentant les Affaires mdicales des vnements mdicaux locaux ou rgionaux non promotionnels (p.ex., congrs ou symposiums mdicaux), collaborer la coordination des renseignements scientifiques avant l''vnement et aux rsums scientifiques aprs l''vnement. Rpondre aux demandes non sollicites de renseignements mdicaux ou scientifiques ou sur les produits en dveloppement ou sur le march ou aux indications des leaders scientifiques ou les dcideurs cls au moyen de matriel scientifique appropri et approuv. Rpondre (seul seul) aux demandes non sollicites de renseignements sur les recherches de la socit et/ou les activits en matire de subventions en aiguillant les leaders scientifiques ou les dcideurs cls vers les ressources appropries de la socit pour les subventions, la participation des essais cliniques commandite, le programme d''tudes de chercheurs de Notre entreprise et les recherches sur les rsultats. Participer aux runions du conseil consultatif scientifique ou aux forums de discussions d''experts quand il y a un rle dfini. Participer aux plans des Affaires mdicales et la mise en uvre d''activits indiques dans les plans des Affaires mdicales. la demande des Oprations mondiales lies aux essais cliniques ou du Centre mondial d''tudes d''observation et d''tudes de vie relle, appuyer l''identification d''investigateurs de l''tude potentiels pour l''tude commandite. Qualifications: Dtenir un diplme en pharmacie (BSc.) ou doctorat (Pharm. D.); doctorat (PhD) en sciences de la sant (li au domaine de la maladie de prfrence) ou en mdecine (MD). Minimum de deux ans d''exprience comme agent(e) de liaison mdical en industrie Bonnes connaissances du domaine thrapeutique de l''ophtalmologie(documentation de base et clinique). Capacit dmontre acqurir et entretenir des connaissances sur les produits, les maladies et les comptiteurs. Comptences linguistiques: la matrise du franais est requise Solides comptences en relations interpersonnelles. Comptences en gestion des budgets. Trs bonne connaissance des politiques et des procdures de la socit ainsi que des normes, lois et rglements de l''industrie. Capacit analyser et comprendre la communaut locale de la pratique. Capacit comprendre et assimiler des concepts scientifiques complexes Connaissance avance de la technologie et des logiciels Office. Comptences avances en analyse, en planification, en mise en uvre et en suivi. Comptences avances en ngociation, en prsentation et en animation. Comptences avances en gestion de projet. Le (la) candidat(e) doit tre bas(e) au Qubec ou en Ontario Nous sommes fiers d''tre une entreprise qui embrasse la valeur de rassembler des personnes diversifies, talentueuses et engages. La faon la plus rapide d''innover est de rassembler des gens de diverses opinions dans un environnement inclusif. Nous encourageons nos collgues remettre en question avec respect les problmes de rflexion et d''approche de l''un et de l''autre. Nous sommes un employeur souscrivant au principe de l''galit d''accs l''emploi et nous sommes dtermins favoriser un milieu de travail inclusif et diversifi. Required Skills: Adaptability, Clinical Data, Data Analysis, Interpersonal Relationships, Medical Affairs, Medical Marketing Strategy, Ophthalmology, Project Management, Relationship Building, Scientific Communications, Scientific Exchange, Scientific Leadership, Teamwork, Therapeutic Knowledge Preferred Skills: Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE Secondary Language(s) Job Description: National Medical Scientific Liaison - Ophthalmology Territory: Canada Reporting to the Medical Scientific Liaison Manager, General and Specialty Medicine, the National Medical & Scientific Liaison is a field-based medical professional whose primary responsibility is to engage in non-promotional peer-to-peer communication, using very strong interpersonal skills & provide medical/scientific information to Scientific Leaders and Key Decision Makersbased on cutting-edge scientific exchange and services oriented towards the stakeholder''s professional interests & needs. The Medical Scientific Liaison is responsible for ensuring that they are fully versed in the therapeutic area (Ophthalmology) and up to date on all major studies, both ongoing and completed, product information on our Company''s and other companies'' relevant therapies, clinical data and relevant pipeline data to provide the most balanced data to Scientific Leaders, Key Decision Makersand the healthcare community to improve patient care. Roles and responsibilities: Engaging in non-promotional peer-to-peer exchange of medical and scientific information with Scientific Leaders or Key Decision Makers to the extent permitted by law and local regulation, local industry codes, and other provisions of the Field medical standard operating procedure. Gaining deep insights on disease, therapeutic area and healthcare needs, data gaps and challenges in their local geography. Representing Medical Affairs at local or regional non-promotional Medical events (e.g. Medical Congresses and Symposia) They may collaborate in the coordination of pre-event scientific information and post-event scientific summaries. Responding to unsolicited requests for medical, scientific, pipeline or marketed product information or indications from Scientific Leaders or Key Decision Makers utilizing appropriate approved scientific materials. Responding (one-to-one) to unsolicited requests for information on company research and/or grant activities by directing Scientific Leaders or Key Decision Makers to appropriate company resources for grants, sponsored clinical trial involvement, our Company''s Investigator Study Program, and outcomes research. Participating in Scientific Advisory Board Meetings or Expert Input Forums when there is a defined role. Participating in the development of Medical Affairs Plans and implementation of activities identified in the Medical Affairs Plans. At Global Clinical Trials Organization, or Center for Observational and Real World Research personnel request, supporting the identification of potential study investigators for sponsored study Qualifications: Hold a degree in pharmacy (Bachelor''s degree or Doctorate); PhD Degree in Health Sciences (preferably in related disease area) or Doctorate in Medicine. Minimum of two years of experience as Medical Scientific Liaison Strong knowledge in the therapeutic area of Ophthalmology (both basic and clinical literature). Demonstrated ability to acquire and maintain product, disease and competition knowledge. Language: Fluency in French is required Strong interpersonal skills. Budget management skills. 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. Candidates must be based in Ontario or Quebec 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. Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. Employee Status: Regular Relocation: No relocation VISA Sponsorship: No Travel Requirements: 50% Flexible Work Arrangements: Remote Shift: Not Indicated Valid Driving License: Yes Hazardous Material(s): no Job Posting End Date: 03/7/2026 *A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFOREthe listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.