Senior Medical Science Liaison, Rheumatology

Johnson & Johnson

. Develop and implement a scientific engagement plan for the Sierra/Rockies territory .

Posted 9/25/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $137,000 - $235,750 per yearWebsite

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and implement a scientific engagement plan for the Sierra/Rockies territory
Serve as the field-based scientific and clinical expert on current and future Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicines products
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 improve customer engagement, decision-making, processes, and outcomes
Identify provider educational needs and provide tailored, scientifically balanced responses
Present complex clinical evidence through clear, effective scientific dialogue
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
Collaborate 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
Follow regulatory, healthcare compliance, corporate conduct, Medical Affairs SOPs, and guidelines
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

Doctorate-level degree or equivalent experience required (PharmD, PhD, MD, Advanced Practice Providers, etc.)
Postgraduate experience 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 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
Valid US Driver’s License preferred
Residency/fellowship preferred
Knowledge or experience of the therapeutic area
Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, CoPilot, computers, and remote technologies
Related clinical, research, or pharmaceutical work experience
Commitment to learning emerging technologies such as AI
Located in a major metro area; Las Vegas, Salt Lake City, Los Angeles, or Denver 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; 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 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