Medical Science Liaison, Caplyta - Great Lakes (IL/WI)

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson's Neuroscience Medical Science Liaison role focuses on CAPLYTA in the Great Lakes region. This field-based position engages KOLs and healthcare professionals, develops scientific engagement plans, and supports investigator-initiated studies to advance medical strategy.

The role requires a Doctorate and strong neuroscience background, with willingness to travel up to 70%. You will share clinical insights with internal teams and leverage AI tools to inform decisions while

Qualifications

• Doctorate degree (PharmD, PhD, MD, or equivalent) required.
• Postgraduate neuroscience or related field experience preferred.
• Strong scientific acumen and clinical/research background.
• Ability to travel up to 70% and maintain a US driver's license.
• Familiarity with AI tools and emerging technologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a scientific engagement plan.
• Build relationships with KOLs and healthcare professionals.
• Facilitate scientific exchange and support investigator-initiated studies.
• Provide clinical and scientific insights to internal teams.
• Maintain knowledge of the therapeutic landscape and competitor activity.
• Leverage AI tools for decision-making and ensure compliant interactions.
• Contribute to medical strategy.

Skills

Scientific acumen

Clinical experience

Research experience

Travel readiness

Driver's license

AI tools familiarity

Neuroscience knowledge

KOL engagement

Education

Doctorate degree

Tools

AI tools

Job description

Role

Medical Science Liaison for Johnson & Johnson's Neuroscience portfolio, focusing on CAPLYTA in the Great Lakes region (Illinois and Wisconsin).

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a scientific engagement plan
• Build relationships with KOLs and healthcare professionals
• Facilitate scientific exchange
• Support investigator-initiated studies
• Provide clinical and scientific insights to internal teams
• Maintain current knowledge of the therapeutic landscape and competitor activity
• Leverage AI tools for decision-making
• Ensure compliant interactions
• Contribute to medical strategy

Requirements

• Doctorate degree (PharmD, PhD, MD, or equivalent)
• Minimum of postgraduate experience, preferably in neuroscience or related fields
• Strong scientific acumen
• Experience in clinical or research settings
• Ability to travel up to 70%
• Valid US driver's license

Preferred

• ≥2 years in an MSL role
• Residency or fellowship in neuroscience
• Board certification is advantageous
• Familiarity with AI tools and emerging technologies

HighValue

• Neuroscience
• CNS disorders (major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, autism, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s)
• Field-based medical role
• Focus on scientific exchange and investigator support
• Regional travel

WorkSetup

• Field-based with significant travel
• Primarily in the Great Lakes region