Bayer

Medical Science Liaison, stroke /cardiorenal - Ontario- (Toronto, Ontario, CA)

Toronto, Canada Type not listed
Medical Affairs

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About this opportunity

At Bayer we’re visionaries, driven to solve the world’s toughest challenges and striving for a world where ,Health for all, Hunger for none’ is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We’re doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining ‘impossible’. There are so many reasons to join us. If you’re hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there’s only one choice.

Medical Science Liaison, stroke /cardiorenal - Ontario-

The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) acts as a primary (but not exclusive) point of contact (PPOC) between Bayer and Thought Leaders (TLs) and acts as the scientific expert between Bayer and the medical community to facilitate education and evidence generation.

The MSL - stroke / cardiorenal shall act as a scientific expert and liaison between Bayer and the medical community through the dissemination and education of scientific data and material (including but limited to clinical research, real world evidence and health economic outcomes research). The MSL establishes long-term scientific and strategic relationships with Thought Leaders (TLs) (key, influential health care professionals/ scientists/ stakeholders who are involved in research activities, academic education, clinical guidelines and/or act as experts for reimbursement bodies) as well as with related major medical associations and academic centres. The MSL facilitates TL involvement in international, national, and regional initiatives, including advisory boards, learning programs, Continuing Medical Education (CME), research and publications. The MSL also serves as an important cross-functional internal partner to Bayer by sharing relevant information/ insights from TLs, developing and delivering product and therapeutic area training, and contributing strategic input to market access and research activities.

This is a vacant field-based permanent position to support the Ontario Greater Toronto Area (GTA).

What you will do:

Exchange and dissemination of scientific educational, and research related information: As the PPOC for assigned TLs, the MSL plans, partners and engages with TLs as a subject matter expert both proactively and reactively via various innovative, omnichannel TL engagement formats (aligned to customer preferences) to disseminate, clarify and educate on scientific data, study protocols, conference abstracts, publications and clinical guidelines.  The MSL also collaborates with other field roles (ex. commercial field roles, market access, etc) to ensure the scientific needs of all stakeholders are addressed, as needed. (Both proactive discussions on-label, and reactive discussions for unsolicited off-label questions in alignment with local regulations)

Act as primary point of contact (PPOC) for key TLs, responsible for fostering strong partnerships and play the role of ‘trusted advisor’ and ‘conductor’ to shape and synergize to reach win-win outcomes.

TL identification, profiling, segmentation and engagement planning: Responsible for executing medical strategy by translating the local medical plan into implementable TL engagement plans in collaboration with cross-functional team and identify synergies with interests of Bayer and the medical community.

Responsible for generating TL insights on current clinical practice, beliefs and unmet medical needs, document and communicate them to cross-functional partners to inform agile planning cycles

Responsible for keeping abreast with latest scientific research on therapeutic area and developing strong understanding of Bayer’s market strategies and the healthcare landscape (including healthcare systems, competition, regulations, etc) so as to anticipate internal and external stakeholder needs and shape plans accordingly

Coordinate and organize scientific learning activities within the therapeutic area, working with TLs and other Bayer partners, as needed

Organize and lead regional consultant meetings related to current and evolving clinical practice, ongoing research, pipeline assets and future indications to gather insights and shape go-to-market strategies.

Collecting Investigator Initiated Research (IIR) ideas and facilitating IIR set-up: The MSL acts as the PPOC for investigators, facilitating the interface with investigators and appropriate Bayer personnel responsible for approval, and communication of study progress and completion

Responsible for supporting medical operations and site management for non-interventional and interventional trials with feasibility, initiation visits and recruitment/ data collection

Responsible for training related to disease state, Bayer product and competitor products for internal cross-functional partners within a region/territory and presenting to external stakeholders for market access, medical/clinical operations or commercial activities, as needed

Responsible for documenting medical information (MI) queries in alignment with MI handling procedures.

Ensure full compliance with company procedure by promptly reporting within 24 hours all adverse events, product quality or product technical complaints, and any other safety-related information

Who you are: 

Bachelor’s degree. Advanced degree in science-related field eg. MD, PharmD, PhD preferred.

At least 2 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry in a customer facing medical affairs role or experience in drug information, clinical research and development, or other clinical relevant activities.

Demonstrated learning agility and transferable skills to cover different therapeutic areas, as needed

Ability to work in a team environment

Ability to build productive work-relationships both internally and externally

Ability to work independently and a demonstrated self-starter

Excellent presentation and written and verbal communication skills

Good organization skills with thorough attention to detail ensuring timely follow-through and closure with Thought Leaders and cross-functional partners

Has experience learning and using digital technology to develop communications, brand / TA campaigns and/or conduct analysis of medical data and generate insights

Demonstrated business acumen

Embraces a mindset of Dynamic Shared Ownership, including focus on outcomes, collaboration, shared accountability, solution orientation, customer centricity.

Must possess a valid driver's license

Must be able to travel locally/globally to attend conferences for business purposes

What we offer:

Competitive compensation and rewards package

Collaborative, diverse and inclusive culture

Career development and global opportunities

Work-life flexibility programs such as flex hours, employee discounts, volunteer days, wellness, and other employee offerings

Bayer is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of Inclusion and Diversity. We embrace and encourage our employees’ differences and believe that our people are our most valuable asset. The collective sum of individual life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, unique capabilities that our employees invest in their work represents our culture, reputation, and Bayer’s values and purpose.

The base salary range for this role is between $96,000.00 and $143,000.00.  Additional compensation may include a bonus or incentive compensation. Additional benefits may include insured benefits such as health care, vision, dental, disability, and contributory retirement savings plans, etc.

This salary range is an estimate and may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, market data and the applicant’s skills, prior relevant experience, job-related knowledge, specific degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors.

This posting will be available for application until at least August 26, 2026.

 

All referral candidates must first be submitted via our internal referral system by a current Bayer employee in order to participate in the referral program. Once a Bayer employee has successfully referred you in our system, you will receive an automated email with instructions on how to complete your application.

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Location:

Canada : Ontario : Toronto || Canada : Ontario : Mississauga

Division:

Pharmaceuticals

Reference Code:

878724

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Job details

Seniority
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Function
Medical Affairs
Therapeutic area
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Location
Toronto, Canada
Employment type
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How this role compares

Computed from every other active Medical Affairs role in our database, not just this employer's listings.

We currently track 924 comparable Medical Affairs roles across 130 biopharma companies.

924Comparable roles tracked
799Currently active
130Companies hiring similar roles
58Countries represented

Salary context

175 of 924 peers report a salary range (USD, annualized)

Peers share this role's job function. This posting doesn't list a seniority level, so peers aren't narrowed by seniority either -- the range below may span more levels than usual.

This roleSubject $96,000/yr – $143,000/yr
Lowest disclosed · Clinical Coordinator · Pfizer $79,400/yr – $132,400/yr
Peer group range $105,900 – $458,800 (median $232,750)

Where these roles are based

Top locations among the 924 comparable roles

United States379
China's Mainland69
Japan61
China57
India50
Germany40

+ 52 more countries

Seniority mix

502 of 924 peers have a known seniority level

Director148
Manager125
Senior97
Associate55
Associate Director39
Senior Director20
Executive/VP11
Principal5
Intern/Fellow/Postdoc2

Therapeutic area mix

326 of 924 peers have a known therapeutic area; the rest are genuinely unlabeled, not hidden

Oncology114
Immunology52
Neuroscience35
Cardiovascular / CVRM34
Respiratory21
Vaccines & Infectious Disease21
Rare Disease21
Dermatology & Aesthetics20
Ophthalmology4
Gastroenterology4

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