Senior Medical Science Liaison – Dermatology

Johnson & Johnson

. Develop and implement a scientific engagement plan for the South Carolina territory .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeRemote • South Carolina • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong scientific and therapeutic expertise, with the ability to engage healthcare professionals and key opinion leaders effectively. Proficient in executing Medical Affairs strategies while maintaining compliance and fostering collaboration across cross-functional teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Doctorate Level Degree2+ Years MSL ExperienceScientific/Therapeutic ExpertiseData Analysis SkillsKnowledge of Regulatory Compliance

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Hard Skills

Research SkillsClinical ExpertiseProblem-SolvingStrategic ThinkingCross-Functional Collaboration

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationRelationship BuildingAdaptabilityLeadership

Tools & Technologies

MSL ToolsAI ToolsMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointCoPilot

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid US Driver’s License

Industry Keywords

Healthcare ComplianceMedical AffairsClinical EvidenceCommunity EngagementEducational Needs Assessment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and implement a scientific engagement plan for the South Carolina territory
Engage in two-way scientific exchange with key opinion leaders and healthcare professionals
Develop 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 complex clinical evidence through effective scientific dialogue and presentations
Collect and share 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 compliantly 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 interactions
Maintain knowledge of regulatory, healthcare compliance, business conduct, ethics, 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
Must hold a valid US Driver’s License
Knowledge or experience of therapeutic area
Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, CoPilot, computers, and remote technologies
Related clinical, research, or pharma work experience
Residency/fellowship preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Inclusive work environment
Equal opportunity employment
Interview process accommodations for applicants with disabilities
Field-based work arrangement
Professional development through journal clubs, educational seminars, congresses, self-study, and scientific discussions
Residency/fellowship preferred
Up to 70% travel, including in-territory visits, internal meetings, external congresses, and related events