This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Medical Affairs Specialist – Parasitology based in Canada.
This role sits at the intersection of veterinary science, medical strategy, and global collaboration, with a strong focus on parasitology and infectious disease diagnostics.
You will act as a scientific expert, helping shape medical messaging, education, and evidence generation that supports innovative diagnostic solutions used worldwide.
The position involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams, including R&D, marketing, and global medical experts, as well as external Key Opinion Leaders.
You will contribute to advancing veterinary best practices through education, scientific engagement, and clinical insight.
The environment is highly collaborative, research-driven, and globally connected, offering exposure to cutting-edge developments in animal health.
This is a visible and impactful role where scientific expertise directly supports product innovation and veterinary community education.
Accountabilities:
- Act as a subject matter expert in veterinary parasitology and infectious disease diagnostics, providing scientific and medical guidance across internal and external stakeholders.
- Collaborate with global medical teams, R&D, marketing, and external Key Opinion Leaders to support product development, positioning, and medical communications.
- Deliver educational content, presentations, and scientific seminars at conferences, customer events, and professional forums.
- Support the design, execution, and interpretation of clinical and scientific studies that strengthen medical evidence for diagnostic tools and veterinary practices.
- Serve as a medical liaison between internal teams and the veterinary community, ensuring accurate and impactful scientific communication.
- Contribute to training and education initiatives across the product lifecycle, from development through post-market support.
Requirements:
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or VMD) required; DACVM (Parasitology) or equivalent specialization preferred, with MS or PhD considered an asset.
- 5+ years of experience in veterinary medicine, academia, clinical practice, research, or the animal health industry.
- Strong expertise in parasitology and solid understanding of infectious disease diagnostics and clinical applications.
- Proven ability to communicate complex scientific and medical concepts clearly to diverse audiences, including professionals and stakeholders.
- Experience presenting at conferences, lectures, webinars, or continuing education events.
- Strong analytical thinking, scientific reasoning, and ability to develop or evaluate medical content and educational materials.
- Highly organized, self-driven, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a cross-functional, global environment.
- Comfortable using digital and technical tools, with fluency in written and spoken English.
- Willingness to travel up to 25% for professional events and collaborations.
Benefits:
- Base salary range: $160,000 – $170,000.
- Annual performance bonus and equity award opportunities.
- Regular merit-based salary review potential.
- Comprehensive health benefits package.
- Retirement savings plan with employer matching (401k-style benefit).
- Paid time off and generous leave policies.
- Access to professional development and global collaboration opportunities in veterinary science and diagnostics.