Medical Operations Senior Associate – Oncology (14-month contract)

Job title:

Medical Operations Senior Associate – Oncology (14-month contract)

Company

Amgen

Job description

Career Category Medical AffairsJob DescriptionJoin Amgen’s Mission of Serving PatientsAt Amgen, if you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do.Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s 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, you’ll 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 award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.Sr Associate, Medical Operations – Oncology (14-month contract)Reports to: Medical Director, OncologyLocation: Mississauga Flexible Commuter (Hybrid Work)What you will doLet’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role you will support the Medical Advisor in the responsibilities associated with the implementation and follow up of all planned medical activities.Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Medical Affairs team in the strategic development and execution of the Medical tactics.
• Operational support with budget, contracting and payments for medical tactics.
• Ensure quality and compliance in all activities.
• Be involved in the scientific content of all activities i.e. getting necessary approval of slides decks etc.
• Be the point of contact for partnership with Strategic Meeting Management (SMM) & Centre of Excellence (COE) for all activities.
• Assist in coordinating accredited continuing medical education and learning activities with Medical Advisor.
• Support the development of scientific advisory boards and speaker programs.
• Plan and coordinate Scientific Affairs activities at key scientific congresses.
• Manage vendors and consultants and project budgets.
• Takes independent action on handling requests; determines the appropriate course of action while informing the medical advisor always.
• Take on ad-hoc projects/tasks

What we expect of youWe are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The professional we seek is an individual with these qualifications.Basic Qualifications:Master’s degree in a scientific/health related fieldPreferred Qualifications:

• Master’s or PharmD or PhD, with 1-2 years of medical affairs experience
• Previous experience within Scientific Affairs and/or Continuing Medical Education (CME)

Knowledge:

• An understanding of the pharmaceutical commercialization process, and knowledge of the legal and regulatory guidelines affecting promotion of prescription products
• Familiarity with processes for accreditation of CME materials/programs
• Familiarity with Innovative Medicines Canada Code of Ethical Practice

Skills:

• Expert in planning, organizing, and problem-solving to complete multiple deadline-driven projects efficiently and on time.
• Experience working with budgets
• Excellent communication skills to be used in preparing reports and documents and collaborating closely with senior staff members and external partners.
• Interpersonal, organizational, time management, and decision-making skills.
• Track record in meeting deadlines efficiently, resolving problems independently, using initiative to improve process and working hard to meet organizational objectives.
• Knowledge of publication guidelines and standard methodologies.
• Familiarity with medical terminology.
• Ability to work in teams and interface in a dynamic environment across corporate functions.
• Ability to adapt to evolving medical landscape.
• Comfortable leading and facilitating team meetings.
• Strong computer and database skills, particularly with Microsoft Office products (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, SharePoint).
• Familiarity with SAP Ariba
• Excellent written, oral, and presentation skills.
• Experience with implementation of tactical plans.

What you can expect of usAs we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers the following to staff on contract:

• An option of a comprehensive health benefits package, or an additional 10% “in lieu of benefits” allowance
• Award-winning time-off plans and annual company-wide shutdowns
• Flexible work models, including remote work arrangements, where possible
• Robust Learning and Development opportunities

Apply nowfor a career that defies imaginationObjects in your future are closer than they appear. Join us.careers.amgen.comAs 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..

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Location

Mississauga, ON

Job date

Sun, 16 Mar 2025 07:41:05 GMT

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