SeniorFull TimeENNorth America
Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together
GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive.
We prevent and treat disease with specialty medicines, vaccines and general medicines. We focus on the science of the immune system and advanced technologies, investing in four core therapeutic areas – respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases – to impact health at scale.
People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we’re committed to creating an environment where our people can perform and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people.
In the Medical Lead, Oncology Pipeline, you will lead medical activities for pipeline oncology projects in Canada. You will collaborate with global, regional and local stakeholders, including clinical development, regulatory, market access, commercial, and external experts. You will translate scientific evidence into locally relevant medical strategy, drive local execution, and support clinical research that improves patient outcomes. We value clear scientific thinking, leadership, collaboration, curiosity, and the ability to turn strategy into local impact.
Responsibilities
This role will provide YOU the opportunity to lead key activities to progress YOUR career. These responsibilities include some of the following:
Develop and deliver the Canadian medical strategy for oncology pipeline assets in collaboration with global and regional teams, ensuring local relevance and strong execution in Canada.
Lead local evidence generation initiatives, including investigator-initiated studies, real-world evidence projects, and local study support, to advance Canadian priorities and inform broader strategy.
Engage respectfully and transparently with healthcare professionals, clinical investigators, patient groups and other external stakeholders to exchange scientific insights.
Translate external insights and data into actionable recommendations for clinical development, regulatory and market access plans, helping shape strategy at both local and broader levels
Provide medical review and input for scientific materials, ensuring accuracy and compliance with local regulations and governance
Provide cross-functional leadership, coaching and collaboration to align medical activities with patient needs, business priorities, and shared objectives.
Why You?
Basic Qualifications
We are seeking professionals with the following required skills and qualifications to help us achieve our goals:
MD, PharmD, PhD, or other advanced degree in a scientific/clinical discipline; relevant medical affairs experience may be considered in lieu of specific degree requirements.
3-5 years of experience in medical affairs and/or clinical development within pharmaceutical or biotechnology industries.
Demonstrated strong disease-area expertise in oncology with a focus on solid tumors and experience supporting pipeline assets across early and late development.
Proven ability to lead medical strategy and translate scientific/clinical evidence into actionable plans and insights.
Oncology asset launch experience.
Experience partnering cross-functionally (e.g., Clinical, Commercial, Market Access/HEOR, Regulatory) while maintaining strong compliance and scientific integrity.
Strong external engagement capabilities, including scientific exchange with HCPs and key opinion leaders.
Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, and presentation)
Ability to travel within Canada as required.
Preferred Qualifications
If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus:
Experience focused on oncology therapeutic areas.
Prior experience developing and executing medical strategy for pipeline assets.
Experience with health economics and outcomes research collaborations.
Experience working in cross-functional, matrix environments and collaborating with global stakeholders to support local execution.
Proven record of scientific publications, presentations, or advisory leadership.
Demonstrated leadership, mentorship, or project management experience, including the ability to influence across matrix teams.
What to expect
- This role is hybrid and based in Canada, requiring regular time in a Canadian office.
- You will partner with clinical development, regulatory, market access, pharmacovigilance and commercial colleagues.
- Travel to meet external stakeholders and attend scientific meetings may be required.
- You will join a team that values curiosity, collaboration and patient-focused thinking.
Ready to take the next step?
If this role inspires you, we would like to hear from you. Please apply to share your experience and motivation. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and perspectives and are committed to inclusion in our hiring process.
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Why GSK?
Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.
GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases – to impact health at scale.
People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we’re committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people.
GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law. GSK is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities. If you need accommodation at any stage of the application process or want more information on our accommodation policies, please contact us at canada-recruitment@gsk.com. Please do not send resumes to this e-mail and instead apply through the online application process of this posting.
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