Medical Science Liaison, Rheumatology

Johnson & Johnson

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

Posted 9/25/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and implement a scientific engagement plan aligned with Medical Affairs strategy and medical objectives
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 planning and discussions
Deliver scientific data through dialogue and presentations tailored to HCP needs
Identify unmet needs and propose evidence-based solutions or educational initiatives
Submit timely, actionable insights to inform 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 with MSL field partners, R&D, U.S. 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 internally and externally
Maintain compliance with regulatory, healthcare, corporate conduct, Medical Affairs SOPs, and guidelines
Develop and implement a performance and development plan with the Field Director
Complete administrative 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, in territory and for internal meetings and congresses
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)
Commitment to learning and applying emerging technologies such as AI
Located in a major metro area; Birmingham or Kansas City preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Inclusive work environment
Equal opportunity employment
Interview process accommodations for applicants with disabilities
Field-based work arrangement
Opportunities to attend educational seminars, local and national congresses, and journal clubs
Opportunities to contribute to leadership or enterprise initiatives