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Medical Science Liaison, Rheumatology
Johnson & Johnson. Develop and implement a scientific engagement plan for the territory aligned with Medical Affairs strategy, medical objectives, and approved medical assets .
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Develop and implement a scientific engagement plan for the territory aligned with Medical Affairs strategy, medical objectives, and approved medical assets
- Cultivate professional relationships with community and academic opinion leaders/KOLs
- Conduct 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
- Monitor competitors and incorporate evidence-based clinical context into engagement planning and discussions
- Deliver scientific data through dialogue and presentations tailored to healthcare professional needs
- Identify challenges or unmet needs and propose evidence-based solutions or educational initiatives
- Submit actionable insights that inform medical strategy and cross-functional discussions
- Respond to unsolicited inquiries about Johnson & Johnson products and research
- Support investigators and internal partners for company-sponsored and investigator-initiated studies
- Collaborate with MSL field partners, R&D, U.S. and Global Medical Affairs, Clinical Operations, Sales, and Marketing
- Maintain scientific acumen through self-reading, journal clubs, seminars, congresses, and peer discussions
- Foster inclusion and belonging internally and externally
- Follow regulatory, healthcare compliance, corporate conduct, Medical Affairs SOPs, and guideline requirements
- 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, preferably in MSL role (preferred)
- 2+ years of therapeutic area experience (preferred)
- Residency/fellowship (preferred)
- Board certification for clinical degrees (preferred)
- Located in a major metro area; Houston preferred
- Commitment to learning emerging technologies, such as AI, through exploration, iteration, and applying new tools over time
Benefits
Comp & perks- Inclusive work environment
- Equal opportunity employment
- Accommodation support during the interview process
- Up to 70% travel within the territory and for internal meetings and congresses