Medical Science Liaison: Lung/Head & Neck Oncology

Johnson & Johnson Co.; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 117,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicines is seeking a Medical Science Liaison for Lung/Head & Neck Oncology in the Sacramento territory, with additional travel to Las Vegas, Salt Lake City, and Idaho. The MSL will engage KOLs, present scientific data, and support investigator-initiated studies.

The role requires a Doctorate level degree and up to 70% travel. Strong scientific acumen and cross-functional collaboration are essential for success in this field-based scientific position.

Qualifications

• Doctorate level degree or equivalent experience required (PharmD, PhD, MD, Advanced Practice Providers).
• Post graduate experience required for Doctoral level candidates, with preference for therapeutic area clinical experience.
• Scientific Acumen: In-depth scientific and/or therapeutic knowledge.
• Research and/ or health care system knowledge.
• Proficiency in data gathering and analysis, clinical expertise, problem solving, interpersonal influence, and cross functional collaboration strategic thinking and competitive landscape analysis.
• Ability to support a specific territory with up to 70% travel (in territory and for internal meetings and congresses).
• Must hold a valid US Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a scientific engagement plan for the territory that aligns with Medical Affairs strategy, prioritized medical objectives, and core assets.
• Cultivate strong professional relationships with community and academic opinion leaders/KOLs in the territory to advance scientific credibility.
• Engage in high quality, two-way scientific exchange that encourages dialogue and learning over time in the relevant disease area.
• Utilize insights and MSL tools to develop a strategic approach for customer engagements within territory by collecting, synthesizing, and applying clinical, scientific, competitive, and territory level information.
• Leverage AI tools and insights to enhance decision making, streamline processes, and improve outcomes.
• Deliver relevant scientific data tailored to HCP needs through clear and effective dialogue and presentations.
• Collaborate with internal partners to identify challenges or unmet needs and propose evidence-based solutions or educational initiatives.
• Identify, collect and submit high quality actionable insights to inform medical strategy and cross functional discussions.

Skills

Scientific knowledge

Therapeutic expertise

Interpersonal influence

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Doctorate degree

Job description

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicines is seeking a Medical Science Liaison for Lung/Head & Neck Oncology in the Sacramento territory, with additional travel to Las Vegas, Salt Lake City, and Idaho. The MSL will engage KOLs, present scientific data, and support investigator-initiated studies.

The role requires a Doctorate level degree and up to 70% travel. Strong scientific acumen and cross-functional collaboration are essential for success in this field-based scientific position.