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Astellas Pharma Medical Engagement Content Lead in Markham, Ontario
Medical Engagement Content Lead
About Astellas
Astellas is a global life sciences company committed to turning innovative science into VALUE for patients. We provide transformative therapies in disease areas that include oncology, ophthalmology, urology, immunology and women's health. Through our research and development programs, we are pioneering new healthcare solutions for diseases with high unmet medical need. Learn more at Astellas.com.
Are you driven to make a real difference in the lives of patients?
We're seeking passionate individuals who thrive in dynamic environments, embrace new ideas, and aren't afraid to take intelligent risks. People who act with unwavering integrity and are deeply committed to making a tangible impact.
Purpose and Scope
The Medical Engagement Content Lead II leads the delivery of central scientific content for Field Medical, Internal training as well as global omnichannel engagement frameworks and customer journey templates to amplify evidence in format/ channel that meets Healthcare Professionals (HCPs) needs and preferences.
This role is responsible for driving effective scientific messaging, storytelling and user experience in the central scientific content, that will be utilized in Field Medical Interactions, omnichannel engagement, and medical education to increase HCPs knowledge to improve clinical practice for patients.
The Medical Engagement Content Lead II will be part of the Medical Engagement Chapter and will be a core member of a brand-specific Evidence Dissemination Value Team which plans and executes on the integrated evidence dissemination plan for a specific brand in alignment with the Brand Strategy following agile ways of working.
Essential Job Duties
Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
Strategic Planning & Prioritization:
· As core member of Evidence Dissemination Value team contributes and leads on applicable portion of the integrated Evidence Dissemination Plan for applicable product following Agile principles for ways of working
· Collaborates and aligns on integrated Evidence Dissemination Plan with relevant internal stakeholders (e.g. MA Local Brand Team Leads of co-creation countries and Global MA Leads).
· Engages with internal stakeholders to understand content and formats needs and feedback on existing content
· Actively keeps up with industry innovation and evolution of HCPs/ customer content and channel needs and preferences
· Oversees project progression and timelines in collaboration with internal Scientific Content Creators or external vendors (i.e. budget and vendor management)
Scientific Content Ownership:
· Leads on scientific narrative, scientific messaging and storytelling and delivers on applicable frameworks like Scientific Communication Platform, Omnichannel Engagement Framework
· Leads on creation and delivery of global omnichannel customer journey templates, to be adapted and deployed locally.
· Drives and owns creation and delivery of global clear, balanced, and evidence based innovative Field Medical Content to enable active scientific exchange for HCPs. This will include Field Medical content related to congress disclosures, manuscripts as well overarching Field Medical Storytelling content.
· Drives and owns creation and delivery of MA Veeva Approved Emails and short form educational content (e.g. infographics, animations) which is used and deployed by Local Brand Teams per Global-4-Local model in omnichannel medical engagement
· Delivery of internal product and therapeutic area training content which will also be re-used by Local Brand Teams for HCP-to-HCP medical education.
· Drives tailoring and re-use of scientific content to meet customer needs and channels
Scientific Content Governance:
· Accountable for review/ approval process in compliance with Astellas SOPs for content owned by this role
· Reviews and is responsible for ensuring applicable content is scientific accuracy, high quality, fair & balanced and non-promotional in intent and perception per Astellas processes and procedures, including use of appropriate disclaimers.
· Oversee the addressing of comments/ feedback by reviewers as performed by Scientific Content Creators and resolve escalated complex or conflicting feedback
Outcome/ impact measurements:
· Ensure collection and assessment of evidence dissemination outcome/impact metrics and contribute to evidence dissemination value narrative for the applicable brand
· Assess applicable Content performance metrics and optimize content accordingly
Leadership:
· Mentor Medical Engagement Content Leads (I) in the applicable Chapter through preceptorship model and enable capability development
Required Qualifications
MSc in a life science or healthcare-related field, with preference for PharmD, Pharmacist, PhD or MD
7+ years’ experience Medical Affairs/ Medical Communication role (preferably in external engagement, content creation/delivery and material review)
Ability to influence without authority and resolve conflicts
Excellent English written and verbal communication skills
Experience in working in global matrix environment
Ability to quickly adopt to digital tools and platform
Experience in scientific narrative, storytelling and messaging
In depth knowledge on legal/ regulatory/ code requirements for non-promotional content
Strong ability to translate complex scientific knowledge into compelling visuals/ narratives
Demonstrates Business Acumen
In depth knowledge of clinical design/ drug development and interpretation of clinical trial results
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and compliance
Ability to manage multiple priorities with successful outcome
Preferred:
Preferred PhD, PharmD, MD
Interest in/ or knowledge of Astellas relevant therapeutic areas
Experience and/or knowledge of Agile ways of working
Line Managerial, mentoring or people leadership experience
Experience with AI content generation use
Location and Working Environment
This position is remote and is based in Canada.
At Astellas we recognize the importance of work/life balance, and we are proud to offer a hybrid working solution allowing time to connect with colleagues at the office with the flexibility to also work from home. We believe this will optimize the most productive work environment for all employees to succeed and deliver. Hybrid work from certain locations may be permitted in accordance with Astellas’ Responsible Flexibility Guidelines.
What awaits you at Astellas?
Global collaboration: Become part of a connected global business of like-minded life science leaders, all dedicated to improving patients' lives worldwide. Real-world patient impact: Contribute to transformative therapies that reach patients around the world, knowing your work makes a difference every day.
Relentless Innovation: Join a company at the forefront of scientific breakthroughs, where you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of healthcare.
A Culture of Growth: Chart your own course within a supportive environment that values your contributions, champions your development, and empowers you to pursue your passions.
Our Organizational Values and Behaviors
Values: Innovation, Integrity and Impact sit at the heart of what we do.
Behaviors: We come together as ‘One Astellas’ , working with courage and a sense of urgency . We are outcome focused and consistently take accountability for our personal contribution.
Salary Range: $108,920-$180,800 CAD annually per year (final compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to proficiency levels and organizational equity considerations)
*The salary range provided applies to Canada only and does not apply to any other locations outside of Canada.
Benefits:
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Generous Paid Time Off options, including Vacation, Sick time and national holidays
Registered Retirement Savings Plan Program (RRSP)
Company paid life insurance
Annual Corporate Bonus and Quarterly Sales Incentive for eligible positions
Long Term Incentive Plan for eligible positions
Wellness programs
Astellas may use artificial intelligence-enabled tools at various stages of the recruitment and selection process.
Additional information:
Astellas Pharma Canada welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the hiring process.
No telephone inquiries, in-person applications, or agencies please. While we appreciate all applications, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.
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Category Medical Engagement
Astellas is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment.
EOE including Disability/Protected Veterans