Medical Science Liaison, Rheumatology

Johnson & Johnson

. Develop and implement a scientific engagement plan for the North Texas/Oklahoma territory .

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

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and implement a scientific engagement plan for the North Texas/Oklahoma territory
Cultivate professional relationships with community and academic opinion leaders/KOLs
Engage in high-quality, two-way 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
Identify, collect, and submit actionable insights aligned with organizational priorities
Respond to unsolicited inquiries on J&J products and research
Support investigators and internal partners for company-sponsored and investigator-initiated studies
Collaborate 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 competence in regulatory, healthcare compliance, corporate conduct, Medical Affairs SOPs, and guidelines
Develop and implement a performance and development plan with the Field Director
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
Must hold a valid US Driver’s License
2+ years of relevant experience preferred, preferably in an MSL role
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
Located in a major metro area; Tulsa or Oklahoma City preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Consolidated retirement plan (pension)
Savings plan (401(k))
Long-term incentive program
Vacation – 120 hours per calendar year
Sick time – 40 hours per calendar year
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