Medical Science Liaison

Reference No. R2812228

Position Title: Medical Science Liaison

Department: Transplantation

Location: Remote (Western Canada)

About The Job

Sanofi’s Medical Scientific Liaison (MSL) team plays a vital role in advancing scientific dialogue and clinical engagement. As a trusted scientific partner, the MSL builds meaningful relationships with key stakeholders across the healthcare ecosystem to accelerate data dissemination and support improved patient outcomes. We are currently seeking an MSL to join our Transplant team, covering the Western Canada region.

This field-based role is ideal for someone with a strong scientific background, excellent communication skills, and a deep understanding of the transplant landscape and healthcare systems in Canada.

We are an innovative global healthcare company with a focus on immunology that extends to innovation in diabetes and transplant medicine. Across different countries, our talented teams are determined to deliver a best-in-class customer experience using the best of digital, artificial intelligence and personal know-how. With a focus on immunology that extends to innovation in diabetes and transplant medicines, we pursue progress to make a real impact on millions of patients around the world.

Main Responsibilities

External Expert Engagement (40%)

• Build and maintain long-term, peer-to-peer scientific relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs), transplant physicians, and other healthcare professionals.
• Exchange timely, balanced, scientific information aligned with regulatory standards.
• Identify medical and scientific needs, emerging trends, and research opportunities within the transplant community.
  
  

Scientific & Medical Knowledge Transfer (20%)

• Represent Sanofi at key national/regional medical congresses and symposia.
• Organize and support local advisory boards, educational meetings, and speaker training sessions.
• Translate complex data into impactful clinical insights that inform healthcare decisions.
  
  

Internal Collaboration & Insight Generation (20%)

• Communicate actionable field insights to internal teams to support evidence generation, medical planning, and strategic decisions.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with commercial, regulatory, RWE, and global teams as appropriate.
• Support evidence generation strategies, including site identification for clinical trials and ISS submissions.
  
  

Stakeholder Mapping & Territory Planning (10%)

• Strategically map stakeholders across the Western region, develop territory-specific engagement plans, and ensure efficient coverage of transplant centers.
• Plan and track engagement activities in alignment with medical strategy and Sanofi compliance standards.
  
  

Compliance & Risk Management (10%)

• Maintain high standards of compliance with internal governance processes and external regulatory requirements.
• Ensure non-promotional interactions and activities follow applicable Canadian and global codes of practice.
  
  

Role Context & Challenges

• Territory scope: This role covers all major Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) centers in Western Canada, including key institutions in BC and Alberta.
• Requires independence, initiative, and agility to manage a broad geography and virtual engagements.
• Must navigate complex scientific topics, varying healthcare systems, and stakeholder priorities.
  
  

Dimensions / Scope

• Field medical role with no direct reports
• Responsible for managing MSL activity budget (e.g., education events, advisory boards, congress participation)
• Influences strategic engagement with HCPs, policy makers, and research networks across Western Canada
  
  

About You

Candidate Requirements

Education

• Advanced degree in health sciences (MD, PharmD, PhD preferred).
• Alternatively, BSc/MSc in health or life sciences with strong clinical/research background (e.g., RN, BPharm).
  
  

Experience

• Minimum 2–3 years of relevant experience in medical affairs, clinical research, or academia; industry experience preferred.
• Solid understanding of transplant medicine, immunology, or adjacent therapeutic areas is a strong asset.
  
  

Competencies

• Strong scientific acumen with the ability to interpret and communicate complex data.
• Proven track record in building partnerships with KOLs or investigators.
• Strategic thinking and territory management.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Deep understanding of Canadian healthcare systems, regulatory landscape, and compliance standards.
• High comfort level with digital tools and omnichannel medical engagement.
  
  

Why Choose Us?

• Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.
• Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.
• Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.
• Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs
  
  

This position is eligible for a company car through the Company’s FLEET program.

Candidates must complete all fleet safety training and must maintain an acceptable driving record regarding accidents and incidents.

This position is for a current vacant role that we are actively hiring for.

Sanofi is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Accommodations for persons with disabilities required during the recruitment process are available upon request.

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All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs, and additional benefits information can be found here.

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