Senior Medical Science Liaison – Head & Neck – Oncology

Johnson & Johnson

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

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeRemote • Minnesota • United StatesSenior💰 $137,000 - $235,750 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong scientific acumen and therapeutic expertise, effectively engaging with healthcare providers and key opinion leaders. Proficient in utilizing MSL tools and AI insights to enhance decision-making and support medical strategy.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Doctorate Level Degree2+ Years MSL ExperienceScientific/Therapeutic ExpertiseData Analysis SkillsCross-Functional Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Research SkillsClinical ExpertiseProblem-SolvingStrategic ThinkingMedical Affairs Strategy

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingCommunication SkillsAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

MSL ToolsAI ToolsMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPoint

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid US Driver’s LicenseResidency/Fellowship

Industry Keywords

Healthcare ComplianceMedical Affairs PoliciesClinical EvidenceCommunity EngagementEducational Needs Assessment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and implement a scientific engagement plan for the territory
Engage in two-way scientific exchange with key opinion leaders and healthcare providers
Cultivate professional relationships with community and academic healthcare providers and key opinion leaders
Use MSL tools and insights to plan customer engagements and identify gaps, risks, and opportunities
Leverage AI tools and insights to improve decision-making, processes, efficiency, and outcomes
Identify provider educational needs and provide tailored, scientifically balanced responses
Present scientific data and translate complex clinical evidence into meaningful discussion
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 plans to evolving data and 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 and support collaborative One J&J goals
Maintain knowledge of regulatory, healthcare compliance, corporate conduct, and Medical Affairs policies
Develop a performance and development plan and conduct leadership projects
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
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 Preferred
Residency/fellowship preferred
Knowledge or experience of the therapeutic area preferred
Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, CoPilot, computers, and remote technologies
Related clinical, research, or pharma work experience
Demonstrated commitment to learning emerging technologies, such as AI

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; Colorado employees – 48 hours; Washington employees – 56 hours
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
Inclusive interview process and accommodation support