Senior Regional Medical Advisor - Canada (French Speaking) (Ottawa)

Senior Regional Medical Advisor - Canada (French Speaking) (Ottawa)

25 Sep
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Amicus Therapeutics
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Ottawa

25 Sep

Amicus Therapeutics

Ottawa

Senior Regional Medical Advisor - Canada (French Speaking)Position SummaryUnder the direction of the Country Medical Director, this position is responsible for developing and delivering a full range of Medical Affairs activities in Canada. The successful candidate will have already gained an excellent working knowledge and be able to provide examples of best practice in Medical Affairs. They will demonstrate the ability to take responsibility for delivering key medical affairs activities; including but not limited to running advisory boards, producing medical materials and medical education initiatives, delivering training, scientific symposia, publication work, maintaining a network of medical thought leaders. Where appropriate they will take a leading collaborative role in delivering health technology assessment submissions.He / she will provide technical scientific consultation to both the medical, market access and commercial teams, ensuring accuracy and compliance with the Amicus standards and Country rules and regulations. They will have a strong scientific / medical background and be able to converse at all levels.Roles And ResponsibilitiesProvide support to the Country Medical Director in developing and implementing Medical Affairs' initiatives to support the needs of the Affiliate including, but not limited to:Develop and maintain excellent thought leader relationships across the country in the field of rare disease specifically Fabry Disease and Pompe Disease (requiring national travel)Take accountability for the development, oversight and execution of the medical plan in partnership with the Country Medical DirectorSupport the Medical Director with the execution of the Medical Affairs strategy and support country marketing activities for all Amicus products, ensuring adherence to all Amicus policies and procedures as well as local regulatory, legal and compliance requirements.Provide operational support for activities related to Medical Information and Communication, Medical Education and Training, Clinical Trials (CT's) and Clinical Development support as needed.Develop & deliver Health Technology Assessment submissions working in partnership with market access colleagues where required. Provide support to cross functional team members developing local programs and materialsCompliance with all company and local regulations, alignment with local Code of Conduct, including adverse events,



product complaints and pregnancy reports according to company proceduresIn addition to the above the role will be responsible for:Thought Leader Engagement (70%)Develop and maintain excellent thought leader relationships in conjunction with the broader country teamSupport the delivery of Advisory BoardsRegularly attend events such as scientific meetings, conferences/symposia to interact with thought leaders and enhance disease area knowledge whilst also ensuring high quality feedback is provided in a timely manner to relevant colleaguesMedical Information and Communication (10%)Supports Medical Information enquiry handling process and advises on medical safety or clinical issues as requiredSupport congress medical information activitiesProvide literature analysis for Key Account Managers (KAMs), marketing, and customersEnsure adverse events and pregnancy reports are duly processed in line with company procedures and assist in assessment of adverse event reports originating in the Country for completeness, consistency and reporting requirementsMedical oversight and review of promotional and non-promotional activities (5%)Applies good working knowledge of IMC Code of Ethical Practices and Amicus Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and advises on compliance issues and review promotional materials and activitiesEnsure compliance with SOPs, GCP, GMP and ICH as well as legal and ethical standardsMedical Training (10%)Create and deliver effective Medical training and clinical updatesDevelop slide decks for training activities and for the support of key customersDemonstrate expert knowledge of Amicus' and competitor products and activitiesClinical Trial activity (5%)Contribute to the management of Investigator Initiated Studies (IIS)Contribute to the selection of potential study sites for development trialsProvide strategic input into the development and execution of local clinical trials,



IIS activities and publication plansEducational RequirementsAdvanced post graduate scientific degree or health care professionalProfessional Work ExperienceSignificant prior experience in medical affairsPharmaceutical or Biotech industry experienceExcellent knowledge of appropriate national regulatory guidelines, IMC Code of Ethical Practices, combined their implementation within the business environment.Proven knowledge of medical affairs activities including clinical trial design, management, analysis and reporting, including GCP.Medical expertise in the relevant therapeutic areaExperience in rare diseases would be an advantage – ideally in lysosomal disorders.If a Healthcare professional, able to demonstrate relevant clinical experienceMust possess a positive understanding of the healthcare environment within their country of responsibilityExperience in supporting clinical studies (phase III- IV, registries, investigator-initiated studies)Strong organisational, problem solving, and able to collaborate and work effectively cross functional working skillsCustomer focus & a timely results orientated approach to their roleExcellent interpersonal & team working skillsExcellent Project and time management skillsSociable, confident and outgoingBilingual in French / English requiredLocationHome/field based ideally based in QuebecWillingness to travel (nationally and internationally) at least 50% timeWe respect and celebrate the diversity of our people, their backgrounds and experiences and provide equal opportunity for all. Our unique experiences, backgrounds and range of cultural perspectives enrich how we approach opportunities, pushing ideas as far and as fast as possible with patients always our top priority. Employee expertise, intelligence, and creativity drives our innovation, and our passion and commitment to excellence. Our "Three Pillars of DEI" are interwoven into our Amicus culture and expands one person, one word, and one act at a time. For our employees, these three pillars are a touchstone for inspiration, guidance, and encouragement.Amicus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will judge all applicants based on their qualifications for the job, without regard to race, colour, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, disability status or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state or local law.Seniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionHealth Care Provider

📌 Senior Regional Medical Advisor - Canada (French Speaking) (Ottawa)
🏢 Amicus Therapeutics
📍 Ottawa

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