Student, Drug Reviews and Pharmaceutical Partnerships (Summer 2024)

Our student and new graduate programs offer a chance to explore Sun Life from the inside. You’ll make a difference in the lives of our customers and communities, while building the skills and experience that allow you to grow in a meaningful and rewarding way.

Job Description:

Term: Summer 2024 (May to August 2024)

Length: 4 months

The Drug Reviews and Pharmaceutical Partnerships team supports the Sun Life pharmaceutical benefits strategy and is responsible for the internal drug review process that informs drug listing decisions for Sun Life benefit plans.

What will you do?

Working closely with the Senior Clinical Pharmacist and the Senior Health Economist, the Pharmacy Student will:

• Evaluate reimbursement submissions from pharmaceutical manufacturers,

• Review and critically appraise evidence supporting the therapeutic benefit of a drug,

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to evaluate the potential economic impact of a drug to Sun Life benefit plans,

• Make drug listing recommendations for Sun Life benefit plans,

• Establish prior authorization criteria for high-impact drugs, where appropriate.

What do you need to succeed?

• Studying Pharmacy at a post-secondary institution

• Excellent communication (verbal and written), presentation, and documentation skills; able to convey complex information clearly and succinctly to all levels of internal and external stakeholders.

• Proven planning and organizational skills.

• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

• Self-motivated and self-directed with demonstrated accountability and leadership; able to make effective decisions and recommendations leveraging the team expertise and/or independently.

• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications is required.

What is in it for you?

• A friendly, collaborative, and inclusive culture where you’re an innovator and trusted partner

• An environment of continuous learning and improvement

• We’re honoured to be recognized as a 2022 Best Workplaces in Canada by Great Place to Work® Canada

• An opportunity to learn about drug funding methods in Canada, including public and private sources, and the role pharmacists play in drug coverage policies.

The Base Pay range is for the primary location for which the job is posted for. The Base Pay which you will be considered for will vary depending on the Campus program you are selected for.

Eligible Sun Life employees for various Campus Graduate programs will also participate in various incentive plans, payment under which is discretionary and subject to individual and company performance

Diversity and inclusion have always been at the core of our values at Sun Life. A diverse workforce with wide perspectives and creative ideas benefits our clients, the communities where we operate and all of us as colleagues. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.

Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process or those needing job postings in an alternative format may e-mail a request to thebrightside@sunlife.com.

At Sun Life we strive to create a flexible work environment where our employees are empowered to do their best work. Several flexible work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs.

We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Category:

Temporary Employee

Posting End Date:

10/01/2024