Medical Head, Canada
Core
Strategic and operational leader of the Canadian Medical Affairs organization, driving scientific excellence, evidence generation, and cross-functional collaboration to support product lifecycle and patient access.
Role type
Senior Medical Affairs Leader (Head of Medical Affairs)
Builds
Canadian Medical strategy, high-performing teams, scientific evidence, and market access pathways (via careerplan.io/jobs/67-00A-F1-379-medical-head-canada)
Domain
Pharmaceutical/Biotech, Canadian Healthcare System
Required skills
Strategic medical leadership, team building and talent development, external scientific engagement, evidence generation strategy, market access expertise, regulatory compliance, budget management
Preferred skills
French language capability, experience in matrix organizations, hands-on coaching
Technologies
Health Canada, CADTH, INESSS, pCPA, IMC, PAAB
Responsibilities
Develop and execute Canadian Medical Affairs strategy aligned with corporate objectives; Lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing Medical Affairs organization; Build and maintain relationships with key opinion leaders, academic institutions, and patient advocacy groups; Lead evidence generation strategy including real-world evidence and publication planning; Provide medical leadership for Health Canada submissions, HTA assessments, and provincial reimbursement discussions; Manage the Canadian Medical Affairs budget and ensure operational excellence.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with people leadership