Field Director, Dermatology - Central

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine; Rapid City (SD, MI); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson's Immunology division seeks a Field Director to lead a regional Dermatology Medical Science Liaison (MSL) team, driving scientific, clinical, and educational support for healthcare professionals.

You will translate Medical Affairs strategies into regional priorities, enhance clinical engagement, and ensure compliant, impactful scientific interactions while guiding lifecycle planning and evidence generation. Expect regional travel and collaboration with cross-functional partners.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant health discipline (PharmD/PhD/MD preferred).
• 8+ years of industry experience with at least 2 years in MSL or similar roles.
• Regional travel about 60% of the time.
• Experience in immunology or dermatology is preferred.
• Prior leadership responsibility is desired.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a regional Dermatology MSL team, coaching and performance management.
• Execute field programs, support product launches, and drive proactive initiatives.
• Provide strategic insights for evidence generation and lifecycle planning.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to ensure compliant, impactful scientific interactions.
• Maintain and share scientific expertise across immunology-related diseases.
• Travel includes overnight and regional visits; participate in national meetings.

Skills

Leadership

MSL experience

Team management

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic thinking

Education

Master's degree (PharmD/PhD/MD)

Job description

Role: Lead a regional Dermatology Medical Science Liaison (MSL) team as Field Director within Johnson & Johnson's Immunology division, focusing on scientific, clinical, and educational support for healthcare professionals. Objectives include translating Medical Affairs strategies into regional priorities, enhancing clinical engagement, and ensuring compliant, impactful scientific interactions.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities encompass team leadership—coaching, development, performance management—and execution of field programs, product launches, and proactive initiatives. The role requires collaboration with cross-functional partners, providing strategic insights for evidence generation and lifecycle planning, and maintaining scientific expertise in immunological diseases. The position demands strategic thinking, data analysis, and proficiency in cross-functional collaboration, with a focus on fostering a high-performing, inclusive team. Travel includes overnight and regional visits, with potential participation in national scientific meetings. The role emphasizes leadership in scientific communication, team development, and adherence to compliance standards in a highly regulated environment.

Qualifications

Qualifications include a master's degree (PharmD, PhD, MD preferred), 8+ years of industry experience with at least 2 years in MSL or similar roles, and regional travel (~60%). Experience in immunology, dermatology, or related therapeutic areas is preferred, along with prior leadership responsibility.