Medical Science Liaison, Rheumatology - South Atlantic

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicines is seeking a Medical Science Liaison specializing in Rheumatology to advance scientific exchange with KOLs and healthcare professionals across the Georgia/North Florida region.

The MSL will develop engagement plans, communicate data on immune diseases and biologic therapies, support investigator-initiated studies, and ensure compliant, evidence-based interactions while traveling up to 70%.

Qualifications

• Doctorate required with post-graduate experience in immunology/rheumatology.
• 2+ years experience and/or residency/fellowship.
• Strong scientific communication and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Develop scientific engagement plans and engage with KOLs and healthcare providers.
• Facilitate scientific exchange and data sharing tailored to HCP needs.
• Support investigator-initiated studies and evidence generation.
• Deliver evidence-based scientific data on immune diseases and biologic therapies.
• Travel up to 70% within the Georgia/North Florida territory.

Skills

Immunology

Clinical expertise

Research expertise

Strategic thinking

Scientific communication

Education

Doctorate (PharmD/PhD/MD)

Job description

Role: Medical Science Liaison (MSL) specializing in Rheumatology for Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicines, focusing on immune diseases.

Responsibilities

• Responsibilities include developing scientific engagement plans, building relationships with KOLs and healthcare providers, facilitating scientific exchange, supporting investigator-initiated studies, and delivering evidence-based scientific data tailored to HCP needs.

Qualifications

• Doctorate (PharmD, PhD, MD, or equivalent), with post-graduate experience preferably in therapeutic areas relevant to immunology/rheumatology, and 2+ years relevant experience and/or residency/fellowship.
• Key skills include in-depth scientific knowledge, clinical and research expertise, strategic thinking, and cross-functional collaboration.
• High-value specifics involve immunology, immune disorders, and biologic therapies, with an emphasis on scientific exchange, investigator support, and compliance.
• The role requires up to 70% travel within the Georgia/North Florida territory, with a preference for candidates located in major metro areas like Orlando.