Diagnostic Liaison Oncology
Diagnostic Liaison Oncology
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Join Amgens Mission of Serving Patients
At Amgen if you feel like youre part of something bigger its because you are. Our shared missionto serve patients living with serious illnessesdrives all that we do.
Since 1980 weve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the worlds toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas Oncology Inflammation General Medicine and Rare Disease we reach millions of patients each year. As a member of the Amgen team youll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research manufacture and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer fuller happier lives.
Our awardwinning culture is collaborative innovative and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them youll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.
Diagnostic Liaison Oncology
Location: Greater Toronto Area or Montreal
Reports to: Medical Director Oncology
What you will do
Lets do this. Lets change the world. In this vital role you will develop and support the medical strategy for biomarkers and diagnostics (Dx) within Amgens Canada portfolio. This involves collaborating with internal and external partners to advance the understanding and integration of biomarkerdriven therapies in Canada.
- Establish and maintain an indepth scientific and technical understanding of biomarkers and Dx including testing methodologies clinical utility and results interpretation.
- Develop and support the medical affairs strategy for biomarkers and Dx in Canada working closely with crossfunctional teams including Canadian and Global medical affairs colleagues.
- Identify barriers and solutions for the routine adoption of clinically actionable biomarkers and public reimbursement of Dx to ensure ongoing and timely access for patients.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure testing availability at launch for targeted therapies and future pipeline assets including developing and implementing robust testing strategies across Canada.
- Develop and maintain relationships with Pathology Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) (Pathologists lab directors and lab personnel) in Canada to gain insights and advance scientific knowledge.
- Support the planning and of advisory boards educational programs and other scientific exchange meetings focused on biomarkers and Dx.
- Contribute to biomarker and Dxrelated activities at major Canadian and International congresses.
- Provide input on investigatorsponsored studies (ISS) and research proposals related to biomarkers and diagnostics in Canada.
- Collaborate with professional societies and advocacy groups to enhance biomarker education and awareness in Canada.
3040 travel across Canada
What we expect of you
We are all different yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The scientific professional we seek is an individual with these qualifications.
Basic Qualifications:
MD DO PhD or PharmD degree from an accredited institution and 2 years of industry experience
Or
Masters or Bachelors degree and 5 years of relevant medical science or industry experience
French/English Bilingual
Preferred Qualifications:
- Foundation in Life Sciences (e.g. Molecular Biology Genomics Oncology).
- Experience in the development or validation of clinical biomarkers and companion diagnostics. with knowledge of various testing methodologies (e.g. IHC NGS PCR FLOW)
- Deep understanding of pathology laboratory workflow within academic/community institutions and reference labs Experience with stakeholder engagement (e.g. KOLs including Pathologists Lab directors and advocacy groups).
- Familiarity with Canadian regulatory organizations guidelines and practices.
- Knowledge of Good Clinical and Laboratory Practices and relevant regulations.
- Knowledge of pharmaceutical product development and commercialization processes.
- Excellent scientific/medical judgment and problemsolving skills.
- Selfdriven and ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision.
- Ability to collaborate effectively in crossfunctional teams. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and French
What you can expect of us
As we work to develop treatments that take care of others we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and wellbeing. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture well support your journey every step of the way.
In addition to the base salary Amgen offers competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Plans that are aligned with local industry standards.
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As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse ethical committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together we compete in the fight against serious disease.
Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran status disability status or any other basis protected by applicable law.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
.Employment Type
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