Medical Science Director, Lung Cancer

Johnson & Johnson; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Medical Science Director to lead innovative efforts in lung cancer treatment. This role demands a visionary with a strong background in oncology, clinical research, and project management. As a leader in the field, you will develop and execute strategies that align with brand goals while fostering collaboration with key opinion leaders and cross-functional teams. Your expertise will drive evidence generation and support the integration of new treatments into healthcare systems. Join a passionate team dedicated to making a significant impact on patient lives and advancing cancer care.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required; PhD, PharmD, or MD are assets.
• 5+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry.

Responsibilities

• Lead medical strategy for lung cancer aligned with brand strategy.
• Build relationships with KOLs and medical societies.
• Ensure compliance with laws and regulations.

Skills

Oncology expertise

Clinical research

Project management

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Bilingual (English and French)

Education

Master's degree

PhD

PharmD

MD

Job description

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com

Job Function:

Medical Affairs Group

Job Sub Function:

Medical Affairs

Job Category:

Scientific/Technology

All Job Posting Locations:

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Job Description:

We are searching for the best talent for our Medical Science Director, Lung Cancer position, located in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

ABOUT ONCOLOGY

Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science-based advancements. Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing the medicines of tomorrow.

Our Oncology team is focused on the elimination of cancer by discovering new pathways and modalities to finding treatments and cures. We lead where medicine is going and need innovators with an unwavering commitment to results.

Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way.

Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/innovative-medicine

Role Overview

The Medical Science Director, Lung Cancer is responsible for providing medical and scientific leadership to a cross-functional team. This role involves high-level, evidence-based, clinical and scientific expertise to internal and external partners, supporting cross-functional teams in identifying barriers and opportunities and implementing medical affairs tactics and initiatives. The successful candidate will lead evidence generation processes in collaboration with the therapeutic area team and in direct communication with the global organization. Responsibilities also include supporting evidence generation activities such as local Phase IV clinical studies and Investigator Initiated Studies, and working closely with external sites to ensure seamless integration of new assets into the healthcare system.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead the development and execution of the medical strategy for lung cancer aligned with the brand strategy.
2. Serve as the internal medical authority on lung cancer, providing disease area knowledge across the organization.
3. Contribute to the development of TA plans, including drug launches, lifecycle management, and indication expansions.
4. Build and maintain strong relationships with external partners including key opinion leaders (KOLs), medical societies, and academic and community institutions.
5. Represent the Lung Cancer business in scientific exchanges and advisory boards to gather insights to inform strategy.
6. Provide support to market access, regulatory, and patient engagement internal partners.
7. Lead and be responsible for planning and executing a data generation plan to support the business, including investigator-initiated studies, real-world evidence projects, and collaborative research.
8. Serve as a member of the cross-functional brand team (including commercial, market access, regulatory, etc.).
9. Partner with global medical and clinical teams to adapt international strategies to the Canadian context.
10. Provide medical review and approval of promotional and non-promotional materials in accordance with PAAB/IMC codes.
11. Provide high-quality, balanced medical information to internal teams and external customers.
12. Develop and deliver training to field-based teams on disease state, clinical data, and product positioning.
13. Ensure all medical activities comply with relevant laws, regulations, industry codes, and company standards.
14. Provide mentorship and leadership to direct reports, junior medical affairs staff, and medical science liaisons.
15. Contribute to a high-performing medical affairs culture, grounded in scientific integrity and patient-centricity.
16. Identify and explore opportunities to drive business and process efficiency.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a Master's degree is required; PhD, PharmD, or MD degrees are assets.
• Background in Oncology or Lung Cancer is preferred.
• People management experience is preferred.
• At least 5+ years of relevant experience in a multinational pharmaceutical industry.
• Experience developing and implementing medical drug launch strategies.
• Strong background in clinical research from protocol writing to execution is an asset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for scientific and lay audiences are required.
• Proven track record in developing, presenting, and publishing clinical studies is preferred.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate a team are preferred.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to impact decision-making with sound scientific knowledge.
• Bilingual in English and French is an asset.
• This position requires up to 25% annual travel (domestic and international).