About the Role
As a member of our health strategy team, you will play an important role in researching and developing content for a wide range of educational and promotional materials related to prescription pharmaceutical products. Drawing on your scientific expertise—along with your strategic thinking and research abilities—you’ll contribute to becoming a knowledgeable resource across diverse therapeutic areas and share your insights as part of our strategic planning and business development efforts.
Responsibilities
- Develop knowledge of assigned products and therapeutic areas to distill complex medical information into key selling messages and communication strategy.
- Research, write, self-edit, reference, and update promotional and educational materials, including marketing campaigns, websites, detail aids, emails, presentations, and other digital and print collateral.
- Submit and reference all content created in client MLR review systems and external submission systems.
- Collaborate with the creative team to ensure medically and scientifically accurate content presentation.
- Partner with team members to liaise with external regulators and internal agency partners.
- Leverage critical thinking and problem-solving skills, including assisting with medical literature research for regulatory review.
- Provide strategic direction and develop innovative solutions to solve brand, market, and regulatory challenges within a brand team.
- Undertake special projects as required.
Requirements
- University degree in Health Science, Biology, or a related field; equivalent experience or a combination of education and experience is also welcomed.
- 1-2 years of experience in pharmaceutical or health & wellness communications industries in Canada.
- A passion for science and medicine, with an interest in marketing, strategy, and healthcare communications.
- Ability to conceptualize scientific content into creative, HCP and consumer-friendly campaigns.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English, with the ability to translate complex information clearly and accurately.
- Solutions-focused, detail-oriented, organized, and adaptable work style.
- Ability to manage, prioritize, and contribute to multiple projects in a collaborative environment.
- Knowledge of the Canadian regulatory environment; PAAB/ASC experience is preferred.
- Previous pharmaceutical or agency experience (including co-op or internship placements) is preferred.
- Comfortable using Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint); willingness to learn new tools as needed.
Skills
- Scientific expertise
- Strategic thinking
- Research abilities
- Medical literature research
- Critical thinking
- Problem-solving
- Communication skills
- Detail-oriented
- Organization
- Adaptability
- Project management
- Collaboration
Location
- Toronto
Work Type
- Full time
- Permanent
Experience Level
- 1-2 years of experience
Education Level
- University degree in Health Science, Biology, or a related field
Salary/Compensations
- CAD $50K-$60K
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- RRSP
- Paid time off
About the Company
- Part of Dentsu International, Dentsu is a Global Creative Network that transforms brands and businesses through the power of Modern Creativity.
- 9,000 experts across the globe work seamlessly together to deliver ideas that Create Culture, Shape Society, and Invent the Future.
- Dentsu Health (a division of Dentsu Creative) was launched in 2022 to accelerate growth within a specialized health practice and transform connected health experiences for better health outcomes.
- We provide leading pharmaceutical companies with expertise in the development of marketing strategies and tactics, as well as medical educational initiatives.
- Our clients range from mid to large pharmaceutical companies, covering a diverse selection of prescription and non-prescription products that span multiple therapeutic areas.
Equal Opportunity
- We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds foster a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better business results. We strive to create workplaces that reflect the clients we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We are committed to working with our candidates from all ability levels throughout the recruitment process to ensure that they have what they need to be at their best. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact Canada.Recruitment@dentsu.com or to begin a conversation about your individual accessibility needs throughout the hiring process.
