Medical Science Liaison – Canada

Company Overview

Rhythm is a global, commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company committed to transforming the lives of patients and their families living with rare neuroendocrine diseases. We develop medicines for previously untreatable or undertreated diseases and provide meaningful support for healthcare providers and patients and their families. We recognize the courage it takes for patients and their caregivers to begin their journey of advocacy to find the answers they need. Their courage inspires us to challenge convention, ask bold questions and seek answers for them. Every day, we strive for excellence through our willingness to adapt, learn, and our tenacity to overcome barriers, together.

Opportunity Overview

Very exciting opportunity to be a part of Field Medical team at Rhythm to support future and current indications. As a key member of the Rhythm Canada field-based team, the Medical Science Liaison will serve as a trusted scientific partner to the medical/scientific community and will be responsible for establishing, developing, and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders nationally within the field of neuroendocrine diseases such as hypothalamic obesity, monogenic obesity, and Bardet-Biedl syndrome. This role will report into the Medical Director, Canada.

This position requires a strong scientific background as the individual will be a credible source of clinical/scientific data to Key Opinion Leaders (KOL), practicing clinicians, professional societies, and payers. They will leverage KOL relationships by identifying collaborative opportunities that align with internal stakeholder strategies. In this role, the individual will also support research initiatives, advisory boards, and other scientific exchange activities to support the Rhythm Canada Medical Affairs medical plan and strategies.

This role will be field based, and is national in scope Candidates need to be located in the Greater Toronto or Montreal area, have access to airports, and be available to travel as necessary (upward of 50-75%+). 

Responsibilities and Duties

• Be a trusted scientific partner to key external experts by conducting timely, appropriate, and frequent scientific exchanges to enhance the understanding of the scientific and medical value of Rhythm’s research
• Creates and executes an engagement plan to ensure successful execution of medical strategy/plan with KOLs:
• Communicate key medical insights from KOLs and other healthcare professionals (HCPs) to inform medical strategy
• Serve as scientific peer-to-peer resource to disease experts and medical community with up-to-date relevant medical information and product information
• Provide scientific input and participate in local medical and cross-functional initiatives/projects
• Identify potential investigators and provide field-based medical support to Rhythm’s clinical research programs, registries, and other research initiatives
• Interpret key scientific data and translate this information to meet educational and research needs in alignment with Rhythm Medical Communications
• Maintain effective and appropriate communication among internal stakeholders (Medical Affairs colleagues, Medical Information, etc.) while maintaining full compliance with relevant company, industry, legal and regulatory requirements
• Respond to unsolicited requests for medical information in a timely manner. Ensure that an accurate and fair-balanced response is provided
• Act as a change agent and adapt approach as business needs evolve and require adjustments to ways of working and focus
• Participate and take the lead as needed with Canadian Medical events and training sessions.

Qualifications and Skills

• Advanced degree in a technical, scientific, or medical field (PharmD, PhD, MD) strongly preferred
• A minimum of 5+ years of relevant education and experience in the pharmaceutical / biotech industries (Obesity, Endocrinology, Neurology, Genetics, or Pediatrics preferred)
• Rare disease experience strongly preferred
• French/English bilingual strongly preferred
• Knowledge of regional specific healthcare systems, the evolving medical landscape, payer sector and industry trends. Understandings of healthcare systems within the assigned territory
• Excellent working knowledge of policies and guidance documents related to compliant medical affairs activities in Canada (IMC Code of Ethical Practices and company policies)
• Superior communication skills and scientific acumen when presenting clinical, disease state information to a variety of audiences
• Able to work collaboratively and autonomously within a small team to provide medical expertise and ensure a united approach to achieving Rhythm’s goals

This role is field-based. Candidates applying must have easy access to a major airport hub and be able to travel within region on average 50 – 75%.

More about Rhythm

We are a dynamic and growing global team spanning more than a dozen countries. At Rhythm we are dedicated to transforming the lives of patients living with rare neuroendocrine diseases by rapidly advancing care and precision medicines that address the root cause. Our team is passionate about expanding access to reach more patients and developing novel therapies for other rare neuroendocrine diseases, including congenital hyperinsulinism.

At Rhythm our core values are:

• We are committed to advancing scientific understanding to improve patients’ lives
• We are inspired to tackle tough challenges and have the courage to ask bold questions
• We are eager to learn and adapt
• We believe collaboration and ownership are foundational for our success
• We value the unique contribution each individual brings to furthering our mission

Rhythm is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant because of race, creed, color, age, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military status, application for military service, or any other class protected by state or federal law.

Headquartered in Boston, Rhythm is proud to have been named one of the Top Places to Work in Massachusetts.

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