Medical Science Liaison – Hematology

Johnson & Johnson

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

Posted 9/25/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $117,000 - $201,250 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and implement a scientific engagement plan for the territory aligned with Medical Affairs strategy and medical objectives
Conduct two-way scientific exchanges with key opinion leaders and healthcare professionals
Cultivate professional relationships with community and academic HCPs/KOLs
Use MSL tools, insights, and AI tools to guide customer engagement and improve outcomes
Identify provider educational needs and deliver tailored, scientifically balanced responses
Present scientific data and translate complex clinical evidence into meaningful discussions
Collect and submit actionable insights informing medical strategy, asset planning, and cross-functional discussions
Support investigators and internal partners for company-sponsored and investigator-initiated studies
Respond to unsolicited research and clinical inquiries with objective, compliant information
Execute Medical Affairs strategy and MSL priorities while adapting to evolving data and organizational priorities
Collaborate with MSL field partners, R&D, US and Global Medical Affairs, clinical operations, Sales, and Marketing
Maintain scientific acumen through self-study, journal clubs, seminars, congresses, and peer discussions
Foster inclusion and belonging across internal and external communities
Maintain knowledge of regulatory, healthcare compliance, corporate conduct, and Medical Affairs SOPs
Develop performance and development plans and conduct leadership projects with the direct manager
Complete administrative requirements, including expense reports and activity documentation

Requirements

What you’ll need

A Doctorate level degree or equivalent experience is required (PharmD, PhD, MD, Advanced Practice Providers, etc.)
Post graduate experience is required for Doctoral level candidates, with preference for therapeutic clinical experience
2+ years of relevant experience, including demonstrated success as an MSL
Strong scientific/therapeutic expertise with skills in research, data analysis, clinical expertise, problem-solving, strategic thinking, and cross-functional collaboration
Ability to support a defined territory with up to 70% travel, including in-territory visits and attendance at internal meetings, external congresses, and related events
Must hold a valid US Driver’s License
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, through exploration, iteration, and applying new tools over time

Benefits

Comp & perks

Retirement plan (pension)
Savings plan (401(k))
Long-term incentive program
Vacation – 120 hours per calendar year
Sick time – 40 hours per calendar year; 48 hours for Colorado employees; 56 hours for Washington employees
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 the 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