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

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Medical Science Liaison specializing in Neuroscience (CAPLYTA) for the Great Lakes region. The role focuses on brain health disorders including depression, bipolar disorder, and neurodegenerative diseases, with extensive field-based engagement.

The MSL will develop scientific engagement plans, build relationships with KOLs/HCPs, and collaborate with R&D, Medical Affairs, and Clinical Ops while ensuring compliance and advancing investigator-initiated research.

Qualifications

• Doctorate degree (PharmD, PhD, MD, or equivalent) required.
• Post-graduate experience preferred.
• 2+ years in a relevant MSL or therapeutic area.
• Strong scientific and clinical acumen.
• Proficiency in data analysis and strategic engagement.
• Ability to travel up to 70%.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute scientific engagement plans with KOLs/HCPs.
• Build relationships with KOLs/HCPs and facilitate scientific exchange.
• Support investigator-initiated studies and stay informed on disease landscape trends.
• Collaborate with internal teams (R&D, Medical Affairs, Clinical Ops).
• Ensure compliance in all activities.

Skills

MSL experience

Neuroscience

Data analysis

Strategic engagement

Travel flexibility

Education

Doctorate degree

Job description

Role

Medical Science Liaison specializing in Neuroscience (CAPLYTA) within Johnson & Johnson's Innovative Medicines division, focusing on brain health disorders such as depression, bipolar disorder, and neurodegenerative diseases.

Responsibilities

• develop and execute scientific engagement plans
• build relationships with KOLs/HCPs
• facilitate scientific exchange
• support investigator-initiated studies
• stay informed on disease landscape trends
• collaborate with internal teams (R&D, Medical Affairs, Clinical Ops)
• ensure compliance

Qualifications

• Doctorate degree (PharmD, PhD, MD, or equivalent)
• post-graduate experience preferred
• 2+ years in a relevant MSL or therapeutic area
• strong scientific and clinical acumen
• proficiency in data analysis and strategic engagement
• ability to travel up to 70%

High-Value

• Neuroscience focus
• brain disorders
• field-based role
• cross-functional collaboration
• engagement with thought leaders
• emphasis on scientific integrity and compliance
• leveraging AI tools
• supporting investigator-initiated research

Work Setup

Territory-based in Great Lakes (Illinois and Wisconsin); travel required.