Medical Advisor

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson, Maidenhead, UK, is recruiting a Medical Advisor - Oncology within the Medical Affairs group. The role focuses on medical science engagement, clinical research activities, and collaboration with external partners to support patient outcomes and healthcare professionals.

The position sits in Medical Affairs, coordinating with Market Access, Regulatory, and other teams to execute the local medical strategy, while ensuring ABPI compliance and scientific balance.

Qualifications

• GMC registered physician or Pharmacist with UK registration.
• PhD in oncology, immunology, molecular biology, or related discipline.
• MSc with experience in Medical Affairs in pharmaceutical industry.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain deep expertise in oncology, stay updated with clinical advances.
• Gather and translate field insights to inform medical strategy.
• Contribute to local evidence generation strategy by identifying data gaps.
• Contribute to the Medical Affairs plan in related therapy areas.
• Lead or support medical affairs projects (advisory boards, scientific exchange, medical education).
• Collaborate with Market Access for HTA submissions.
• Work with Commercial, Regulatory, and Global/EMEA teams to align strategy.
• Ensure compliance with ABPI Code and company policies.
• Act as medical reviewer/final signatory (if qualified).

Skills

Project management

ABPI Code

Evidence generation

Scientific communication

Stakeholder engagement

Data analysis

Collaboration

Critical thinking

Education

GMC registered physician

PhD in oncology or related

MSc in Medical Affairs or related

Job description

At Johnson & Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,where treatments are smarter and less invasive, andsolutions 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 jnj.com.

As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

Job Function:

Medical Affairs Group

Job Sub Function:

Medical Affairs

Job Category:

Scientific/Technology

All Job Posting Locations:

High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom

Job Description:

At Johnson & Johnson, we are committed to addressing and solving some of the most meaningful unmet medical needs through creating an environment where our employees feel valued and can reach their potential. This commitment is embedded in our Credo!

We at Johnson & Johnson are recruiting for a Medical Advisor - Oncology, located in Maidenhead, UK

This role sits within Medical Affairs and focuses on medical science engagement, clinical research activities, and external collaborator teamwork. The position contributes to the execution of strategy and supports outcomes for patients and the healthcare community!

The Medical Advisor is a key member of the cross-functional Therapy Area team, providing high-quality medical leadership, scientific expertise, and strategic input to support patient outcomes, Healthcare Professionals (HCPs), and the NHS. The role partners closely with Medical Affairs, Market Access, Commercial, HEOR, and Regulatory colleagues to develop and execute the local medical strategy

Key responsibilities:

• Build and maintain deep expertise in related therapy area in oncology, staying up to date with clinical and scientific advances through actively engaging with key clinicians and academics.

• Gather and translate field insights to inform medical strategy and evidence generation

• Contribute to local evidence generation strategy by identifying data gaps and proposing research initiatives

• Contribute to the development and execution of the local Medical Affairs plan in related therapy areas

• Lead or support key medical affairs projects (e.g., advisory boards, scientific exchange, medical education programmes)

• Collaborate with Market Access colleagues providing medical expertise on Health Technology Appraisal submission(s)

• Work closely with Commercial, Regulatory, and Global/EMEA teams to ensure aligned strategy and execution

• Ensure all activities comply with ABPI Code of Practice and company policies

• Act as medical reviewer/final signatory (if qualified), ensuring scientific accuracy and balance

Qualifications

• GMC registered physician or Pharmacist with UK registration

• PhD in oncology, immunology, molecular biology, or related discipline

• MSc with experience in Medical Affairs in pharmaceutical industry

• Other relevant healthcare qualifications combined with substantial Medical Affairs experience

Experience and Skills:

Required:

• Strong project management skills and demonstrated experiences in leading clinical/ scientific programs with a high degree of autonomy

• Good understanding of ABPI Code of Practice

• Experience in evidence generation, data interpretation, and scientific communication

• Ability to learn quickly, build and maintain relationships

Preferred:

• Experience as a Medical Advisor in lung, colorectal, or head and neck cancer preferred

• Experience supporting Health Technology Appraisal Submissions

Required Skills:

Preferred Skills:

Analytical Reasoning, Clinical Research and Regulations, Clinical Trials Operations, Coaching, Collaboration, Communication, Critical Thinking, Data Analysis, Data Savvy, Digital Culture, Digital Literacy, Healthcare Trends, Medical Affairs, Medical Communications, Medical Compliance, Product Development Lifecycle, Report Writing, Stakeholder Engagement, Technologically Savvy

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers, internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.