At AstraZeneca, we pride ourselves on crafting a collaborative culture that champions knowledge-sharing, ambitious thinking and innovation – ultimately providing employees with the opportunity to work across teams, functions and even the globe. Recognizing the importance of individualized flexibility, our ways of working allow employees to balance personal and work commitments while ensuring we continue to create a strong culture of collaboration and teamwork by engaging face-to-face in our offices 3 days a week. Our head office and BlueSky Hub in downtown Toronto are purposely designed with collaboration in mind, providing space where teams can come together to strategize, brainstorm and connect on key projects. Our dedication to sustainability is also central to our culture and part of what makes AstraZeneca a great place to work. We know the health of people, the planet and our business are interconnected which is why we’re taking ambitious action to tackle some of the biggest challenges of our time, from climate change to access to healthcare and disease prevention. Our position – MSL Manager, Oncology Medical Affairs, Hematology Are you ready to lead and inspire a team dedicated to transforming the landscape of hematological malignancies. As the MSL Manager, you'll collaborate with leadership to craft strategic plans that align with corporate and medical objectives. You'll drive the daily activities of a dynamic MSL team, focusing on personal and team development, while fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. This is a field-based role located in Ontario. Your responsibilities include: Support the Medical and Brand Strategic Plans by leading, coaching and developing a field-based MSL team. Align the MSL regional plan with Canadian Medical plan and drive the implementation of the medical strategy at a regional level. Ensure MSL contact lists are aligned with medical head office guidance and interactions by MSLs against their contact lists are achieved Support HCP insight collection and communicate findings to Oncology Medical Affairs Leadership and cross-functional teams. Drive team performance and report key metrics and activities to Oncology Medical Affairs Leadership. Ensure alignment of MSL activities with other cross-functional roles. Demonstrate ongoing scientific and business expertise relevant to the AZ hematology portfolio. Represent field medical on internal project teams ensuring the field voice is heard. Run training, professional development, and performance management for team members. Support the development of MSL capabilities in scientific exchange and strategic relationships. Collaborate closely with other MSL managers to create consistency and drive team performance. Ensure compliance with all local regulatory requirements and AZ policies. Lead and supervise team financial resources. Dedicate up to 40% of time to field coverage in Ontario or head office activities, as required based on business needs and size of MSL team.
Qualifications
Advanced scientific degree (MD, PhD, or PharmD preferred). At least 5 years of MSL experience in the pharmaceutical industry. Previous experience leading, coaching and mentoring a team and with a strong talent development and performance management mindset. Excellent communication (verbal and written) and presentation skills. Strong strategic thinking with experience in product launch preparation and execution. Ability to build effective cross-functional collaboration across different functions (e.g. Medical Affairs, Commercial, Clinical Operations etc.). Previous experience working in Oncology is preferred, experience in hematology and/or cell therapy is an asset. Travel required (Local, Regional, and National). Great People want to Work with us! Find out why: GTAA Top Employer Award for 12 years Top 100 Employers Award Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Culture Learn more about working with us in Canada View our YouTube channel Are you interested in working at AZ, apply today! AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination. AstraZeneca is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities. Such accommodation is available on request in respect of all aspects of the recruitment, assessment and selection process and may be requested by emailing AZCHumanResources@astrazeneca.com. ⠀ Annual base salary for this position ranges from 146,248.00 to 191,950.50. AstraZeneca is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all colleagues. Our compensation policies and practices have been designed to allow colleagues to progress through the salary range over time as they progress in their role. The range provided in this posting represents an offer pay range used in a majority of situations. The base pay offered will vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including the candidate's skills and experience, job-related knowledge, and other specific business and organizational needs. In some cases, offers outside the range may also be considered to address unique circumstances. In addition, our permanent positions offer an annual Variable Pay Bonus/Short Term Incentive opportunity as well as eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (if applicable to role).
Benefits
offered for permanent roles include a competitive Flex
Benefits
& Retirement Savings Program, 4 weeks’ paid vacation, and annual Personal Days. Fixed Term Contract/Temporary positions (excluding students) are offered a Contract
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Program. We are using AI as part of the recruitment process. This advertisement relates to a current vacancy. AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company. We focus on discovering, developing and commercialising prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we are more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca, we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science, challenge convention and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. To embrace differences and take bold actions to drive the change needed to meet global healthcare and sustainability challenges. There is no better place to make a difference in medicine, patients, and society. An inclusive culture where you will connect different thinking to generate new and valuable opportunities. Where you will find a commitment to lifelong learning, growth and development for all. Our Inclusion & Diversity (I&D) mission is to create an inclusive and equitable environment where people belong, using the power of our diversity to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines to patients. Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to the success of our company, because innovation requires breakthrough ideas that only come from a diverse workforce empowered to challenge conventional thinking. We’re curious about science and the advancement of knowledge. We find creative ways to approach new challenges. We’re driven to make the right choices and be accountable for our actions. As an organisation centred around what makes us human, we put a big focus on people. Across our business, we want colleagues to wake up excited about their day at the office, in the field, or in the lab. Along with our purpose to bring life-changing medicines to people across the globe, we have a promise to you: to help you realise the full breadth of your potential. Here, you’ll do work that has the potential to change your life and improve countless others. And, together with your team, you’ll shape a culture that unites and inspires us every day. This is your life at AstraZeneca.