Medical Director

As the Head of Oncology Medical Affairs, you will serve as a key leader within the medical organization, guiding cross-functional teams to develop and implement patient-focused medical strategies aligned with the oncology therapeutic area. Your leadership will play a critical role in shaping the broader organizational plan, supporting successful product launches, ensuring appropriate clinical use, and driving access initiatives in partnership with commercial colleagues. In this role, you will also represent the local affiliate on the Global Oncology Leadership Team, ensuring that the country’s perspective contributes meaningfully to global oncology planning and decision‑making.ResponsibilitiesLead the design, execution, and oversight of integrated Oncology Medical Affairs plans, including robust national external engagement strategiesRepresent the local affiliate on the global oncology leadership team, ensuring national insights help shape global strategic directionCollaborate with cross‑functional partners across commercial, market access, and patient engagement functions to address external expert and patient needs, supporting effective product launches and responsible useAlign closely with Clinical Development and global teams to ensure that clinical trials, evidence generation, and data plans support brand and therapeutic strategiesOversee the planning and execution of both company‑supported and investigator‑initiated clinical research initiativesPartner with regulatory colleagues to shape sustainable filing strategies and optimize product labeling for the national contextServe as the lead Medical Affairs representative for oncology in engagements with physician groups, advocacy organizations, and other key external stakeholdersProvide medical and scientific insights on competitor products to inform commercial and brand planning with balanced, evidence‑based inputProactively identify and address compliance risks related to governance, policy, and operational executionContribute as an active member of the Medical Affairs leadership team and broader enterprise leadership forumsli>RequirementsBasic QualificationsMaster’s Degree with significant industry experience, or a PhD/MD. Oncology experience preferred but not required.10 years of progressive experience in a related field/function, including leadership roles.Experience in the pharmaceutical industry leading a Medical Affairs TeamPreferred QualificationsFully bilingual in English and French, both written and spokenAdvanced degree (PhD or MD)Strong understanding of the full drug development lifecycle, including regulatory processes and clinical trial designIn‑depth knowledge of the Canadian healthcare landscape, including current trends, system challenges, and payer and stakeholder prioritiesDemonstrated ability to collaborate with and influence senior‑level stakeholders, both internally and externallyStrategic mindset with a proven track record of developing and executing complex plans while managing short‑ and long‑term prioritiesAbility to translate broader business goals into effective market access and medical strategiesSkilled in managing diverse portfolios and making informed decisions when navigating competing project demandsStrong interpersonal and leadership skills, able to lead cross‑functional teams, inspire high performance, and drive alignment through open dialogueSelf‑starter who is proactive, resilient, and unafraid to question established approachesCreative and solutions‑focused, with a pragmatic approach to overcoming challengesFamiliarity with oncology or specialty medicine portfolios considered an asset #J-18808-Ljbffr