Associate Manager, Medical Affairs

**Associate Manager, Medical Affairs - Limited Fixed Term Contract**
- This job posting is for an existing vacancy in the organization _

**Job Purpose**:
Reporting to the Medical Director, the Associate Medical Manager, Medical Affairs is

responsible for developing or executing strategic activities for assigned therapeutic area(s) in

collaboration with the Medical Director. This role location is designated as hybrid.

**Responsibilities**:

- Review of OLAs in ESE as Engagement Owner for alignment with needs assessments and for compliance with Biogen requirements. Attend OLAs as medical representative, where required.
- Conduct or support learning needs assessments across all TAs, as required.
- Support head office medical education initiatives across therapeutic areas at all stage of the life cycle.
- Support coordination and execution of congress symposia with external stakeholders and CA Medical personnel
- Support execution of medical tactics in partnership with CA Medical
- Support coordination of all Medical Advisory Board meetings.
- Coordinate congress attendance process for all affiliate personnel.
- Lead congress sponsorship process for healthcare professionals, on an unsolicited basis
- Work collaboratively and in alignment with the cross functional team, including Marketing and Sales, Value & Access in contributing to the overall educational strategy for assigned compound(s)
- Support management of the medical budget, as required
- Engage with external stakeholders, as required.
- Develop and leverage medical/scientific insights through attendance at scientific meetings if required
- 30-35% Operational Support - POs, MSAs, SOWs, Vendor Management, Contracting, HCP Payments, Translations, Sponsorships, etc for Medical Affairs and other affiliate groups, as required.
- Perform company business in compliance with relevant regulations, company policies and procedures.
- All other duties required.

**Qualifications**:
Education
- Minimum of bachelor’s degree (e.g. B.Sc. or equivalent) in related scientific or medical field; advanced degree (e.g. MSc) or training in adult education considered an asset.

Experience, including # of years
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience within a Medical Affairs role in the pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry, or agency role with a focus on education; experience in a field-based role (e.g. Medical Science Liaison) an asset.

Language(s)
- Fluent in English, both verbal and written with the ability to communicate effectively cross-functionally spanning all levels of the organization, proficiency in French an asset.

**Skills**:

- Demonstrated understanding of compliance framework for Medical Affairs (e.g. OLAs, accredited education, unsolicited sponsorships, etc.).
- Working knowledge of regulatory, commercial and medical aspects of the pharmaceutical industry.
- Must exhibit leadership skills and ability to perform in fast paced environment.
- Self-starter who functions well independently and within a team.
- Strong oral and written communication skills required.

Travel required
- Estimated at 10-15% of the time

**Direct Reports**:

- None

**Organizational Chart**:

- Located on Canada HR Synapse

**Work Location Designation for Role**:
Hybrid - Toronto, ON

Job Level: Professional

***Why Biogen?**:
We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.

At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about our DE&I efforts.

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