Medical Science Liaison – Diabetes – Ottawa / ON East

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We’re looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world. Medical Science Liaison – Ottawa / Ontario East REPORTING TO: Associate Director, Medical Science Liaisons, Cardiometabolic Health (CMH) Responsibilities: The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) will serve as a scientific resource for Canadian healthcare providers in the field of Cardiometabolic health, including Diabetes, Obesity and related disorders. At Lilly Canada, we have two levels of Medical Science Liaison positions based on the candidate’s experience, background, and qualifications. The expected compensation is: Range 1: $100,500 - $147,400 Range 2: $117,750 - $160,000 This role is eligible for additional forms of compensation, such as participation in the Lilly Bonus Program and a company vehicle. This posting is for an existing vacancy.  Scientific and clinical knowledge  The MSL’s objective is to provide healthcare providers (HCPs) with the required scientific and clinical knowledge that meaningfully and precisely addresses their inbound requests. This role requires efficient and precise synthesis of the latest research on products, disease states, and standard of care within cardiometabolic health.  The MSL spends a significant amount of their time on customer-facing activities to develop relationships with external customers including scientific experts, researchers, educators and clinical investigators. The MSL is responsible for ensuring that all inbound requests for in-depth, cutting-edge scientific information from the medical community receive a timely response including the latest scientific information. The MSL will be required to engage in continuous learning to maintain the highest level of technical expertise within the cardiometabolic therapeutic area. This will enable the MSL to answer deep scientific questions. They will serve as the primary interface between Lilly Medical and HCPs to address clinical care gaps for improved patient outcomes. Strategic vision and leadership  The MSL effectively synthesizes and communicates actionable customer/clinical insights to internal Lilly Medical and cross-functional teams. They use good judgement in decision-making and escalate issues as appropriate. They cultivate internal networks and collaborate effectively across functions including working closely with other field-based colleagues.  They embrace change, exercise strategic agility with evolving business needs, and utilize innovative resources, as well as execute the role compliantly, adhering to all governing internal and external requirements, procedures, and laws. Territory and Travel Coverage territory is mostly Eastern Ontario, mainly Ottawa & surrounding area, with potential travel to northern and central Ontario. This position is field-based with preference for employee location in Eastern Ontario. Daily travel within the territory is required. This includes overnight travel commitments each month, as well as periodic weekend commitments. Meetings and/or conferences require travel outside of Ontario and Canada.  Minimum Qualification Requirements Scientific/clinical acumen:  - Advanced degree in health sciences (e.g., PharmD, MD, PhD in a medically related field) required. In addition to PharmD, MD, PhD minimum of one year of relevant clinical or TA experience desired.  - Masters or Bachelors level degree in health sciences (e.g., BSN, RPh, PA, NP) considered if 2+ years clinical, research, or industry experience (medical or scientific role) in relevant therapeutic area. - Learning agility to comprehend and effectively communicate large amounts of complex scientific content in a clear and concise fashion.  - Demonstrated experience in effective strategic and critical thinking to analyze, assess, and evaluate information and interpret impact or relevance to future states.  - Previous Medical Science Liaison experience considered an asset. Interpersonal, presentation, and planning skills - Advanced presentation and computer skills with expertise in literature identification, with a preference for experience in servicing customer needs for complex information. - Fluency in English. French an asset. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Self-directed and able to work alone in the field effectively managing multiple priorities and projects. - Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills, including high emotional intelligence and the ability to engage in professional relationship building and networking.  - Resiliency in managing complex challenges.  - Intellectual curiosity about the field of science/medicine of specialization. Digital competency - Ability and excitement to leverage field-based tools, adapting as technology advances to increasingly support engagement planning, communication, and many aspects of the job. - Proficient in utilizing digital platforms and additional technology enablers/ resources to engage HCPs virtually. Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities when vying for positions. If you require accommodation to submit a resume for a position at Lilly, please complete the accommodation request form (https://careers.lilly.com/us/en/workplace-accommodation) for further assistance. Please note this is for individuals to request an accommodation as part of the application process and any other correspondence will not receive a response. Lilly does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is $100,500 - $172,700 Full-time equivalent employees may also be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a pension plan; vacation benefits; eligibility for healthcare benefits; flexible benefits (if applicable) life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities). Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion and Lilly’s compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Lilly employees. #WeAreLilly

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