Medical Science Liaison, Caplyta

Johnson & Johnson

. Develop and implement a scientific engagement plan for the Great Lakes territory aligned with Medical Affairs strategy and medical objectives .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $117,000 - $201,250 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in scientific engagement and relationship building with healthcare professionals, leveraging data analysis and AI tools to inform medical strategy and enhance decision-making. Maintains compliance with healthcare regulations while fostering collaboration across cross-functional teams.

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Doctorate Level DegreeScientific EngagementData Gathering And AnalysisTherapeutic Area ExperienceCross-Functional Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Clinical ExpertiseProblem SolvingCompetitive Landscape AnalysisStrategic ThinkingEvidence-Based Solutions

Soft Skills

Interpersonal InfluenceCommunication SkillsRelationship Building

Tools & Technologies

AI ToolsHealthcare Compliance Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Board Certification For Clinical Degrees

Industry Keywords

Medical AffairsKOL EngagementHealthcare ProfessionalsRegulatory ComplianceClinical Operations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and implement a scientific engagement plan for the Great Lakes territory aligned with Medical Affairs strategy and medical objectives
Cultivate professional relationships with community and academic opinion leaders/KOLs
Conduct high-quality, two-way, non-promotional scientific exchange with healthcare professionals
Collect, synthesize, and apply clinical, scientific, competitive, and territory-level information
Leverage AI tools and insights to improve decision-making, processes, efficiency, and outcomes
Maintain awareness of competitors and incorporate evidence-based clinical context into engagement planning
Deliver scientific data through clear dialogue and presentations tailored to HCP needs
Identify challenges or unmet needs and propose evidence-based solutions or educational initiatives
Submit timely, actionable insights informing medical strategy and cross-functional discussions
Respond to unsolicited inquiries about J&J products and research
Support investigators and internal partners for company-sponsored and investigator-initiated studies
Collaborate compliantly with Medical Affairs, R&D, Clinical Operations, Sales, Marketing, and other internal stakeholders
Maintain scientific acumen through self-reading, journal clubs, seminars, congresses, and peer discussions
Foster inclusion and belonging internally and externally
Maintain knowledge of regulatory, healthcare compliance, corporate conduct, Medical Affairs SOPs, and guidelines
Develop a performance and development plan with the Field Director and contribute to leadership or enterprise initiatives
Complete administrative requirements, activity documentation, and expense reporting accurately and compliantly

Requirements

What you’ll need

A Doctorate level degree or equivalent experience is required (PharmD, PhD, MD, Advanced Practice Providers)
Post graduate experience is required for Doctoral level candidates, with preference for therapeutic area clinical experience
In-depth scientific and/or therapeutic knowledge
Research and/or health care system knowledge
Proficiency in data gathering and analysis, clinical expertise, problem solving, interpersonal influence, cross-functional collaboration, strategic thinking, and competitive landscape analysis
Ability to support a specific territory with up to 70% travel, including in-territory travel, internal meetings, and congresses
Must hold a valid US Driver’s License
2+ years of relevant experience, preferably in an MSL role (preferred)
2+ years of therapeutic area experience (preferred)
Residency/fellowship (preferred)
Board certification for clinical degrees (preferred)
Demonstrated commitment to learning emerging technologies such as AI (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)), subject to plan terms
Eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program
Vacation – 120 hours per calendar year
Sick time – 40 hours per calendar year; Colorado residents – 48 hours; Washington residents – 56 hours
Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays – 13 days per calendar year
Work, Personal and Family Time – up to 40 hours per calendar year
Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of birth/adoption/foster care of a child
Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member; 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period
Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year
Company benefits information available at careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits