At AstraZeneca, we are united by a common purpose – to push the boundaries of science to deliver medicines. This purpose underpins everything we do; our work helps to make hearts healthier, to help people breathe easier, and to help more people survive cancer. Every day, we make a difference by delivering potentially life-changing medicines to millions of people worldwide and by leading breakthrough science that promises to transform the treatment of disease.

Our purpose is bold and so is our approach. Becoming a more agile and innovative company means building a dynamic, inspiring culture where we celebrate entrepreneurial thinking and act with a sense of urgency. We are courageous, taking risks and learning from both success and failure. We are curious, creative, and open to new ideas and ways of working. Above all, we are passionate about science and driven to always put patients first. Join us and be part of a great place to work; an environment that energizes and empowers each of us to achieve our goal.

Position Title: Manager, Clinical Science Liaison

Position Type: Regular, Full-Time

Career Level: E

Location: Field-based Ontario

As the CSL Manager, you will collaborate with the leadership team to develop the strategic plan to meet the Corporate and Medical objectives and will lead the activities of a highly motivated CSL team.

Core Responsibilities

• Demonstrates scientific and business expertise of the AZ portfolio
• Builds and leads field-based CSL teams while creating a culture of innovation and collaboration
• Ensures CSL activities are aligned to AZ corporate and Brand Medical Strategy
• Implements Field Scientific Affairs (SA) strategy and objectives across prioritized customer segments to support strategic direction
• Is a member of internal project teams representing Field SA and customer perspectives
• Gathers customer insights and communicates actionable items to Leadership and other internal colleagues
• Ensures alignment of CSL activities with Commercial customer facing roles through co-ordination without direction
• Builds accountability and ownership of individual and team success
• Follows all guidelines and policies
• Differentiates the CSL role from other Medical/Scientific roles and commercial roles to ensure value of work and a positive experience for our customer
• Responsible for recruiting and on-boarding, performance management and career development
• Facilitates scientific and skill training, as well as mentoring and coaching to support professional development and success in role
• Maintains qualitative and quantitative metrics that include standard AZ CSL core requirements, including required certification(s) consistent with other MSL/CSL teams
• Ensures compliance with all regulatory requirements and AZ Local and Global Policies and Guidelines
• Manages and oversees team financial resources
• Successfully liaises with EU and global influencers

Qualifications

• Self-starter and a great teammate, works within diverse groups, can improve team cohesiveness and agility while effectively coaching and developing others
• Good organizational skills and demonstrated ability to work in a self-directed manner
• Ability to learn and effectively synthesize/ communicate clinical and scientific information at a peer level with a physician to build positive long-term relationships
• Deep understanding of the health care environment including the Primary Care, and the Medical Community in general
• Travel required (Local, Regional and National), possesses a valid driver's license
• Knowledge in Respiratory Medicine is preferred, however, wiling to change or expand into other therapeutic areas to adapt to business needs

Suggested Background

• Advanced university degree in science or clinical qualification, with relevant management experience
• At least three (3) years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, preferably in Medical Affairs/Scientific Affairs
• Previous management experience, preferably of a field-based team, is an asset
• Experience developing and/or executing product strategy including product launch preparation and execution
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills including coaching others to communicate complex technical, scientific or medical information to various audiences
• Thorough knowledge of the local regulatory requirements

Great People want to Work with us! You can find out why:

• GTAA Top Employer Award for 5 years: https://content.eluta.ca/top-employer-astrazeneca-canada
• Best Workplace Culture Award at the 2018 Canadian HR Awards: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/thriving-best-workplace-culture-gena-restivo/
• Learn more about our Global Careers: https://www.youtube.com/user/AstrazenecaCareers

Are you interested in working at AZ? Apply today!

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AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity.  We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills.  We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.  We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics.  We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.