Medical Science Liaison, Rheumatology - South Atlantic

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicines is seeking a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) specializing in Rheumatology to advance immunological disorder science and engagement. You will develop scientific plans, educate clinicians, and foster relationships with key opinion leaders to support strategic initiatives.

The role emphasizes regulatory-compliant scientific exchange, collaboration across teams, and travel up to 70% to engage investigators and healthcare professionals in the territory.

Qualifications

• Doctorate degree (PharmD, PhD, MD, or equivalent).
• post-graduate clinical or therapeutic experience preferred.
• strong scientific and therapeutic expertise.
• proficiency in data analysis, strategic planning, and scientific communication.
• ability to travel up to 70% within the territory.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute scientific engagement plans.
• Build relationships with Key opinion leaders and healthcare professionals.
• Facilitate high-quality scientific exchange.
• Support investigator-initiated studies.
• Provide scientific education.
• Maintain awareness of the therapeutic landscape, competitive intelligence, and industry trends.
• Leverage AI tools to enhance decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Collaborate across internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Clinical data analysis

Therapeutic expertise

Strategic planning

Scientific communication

Travel readiness

Education

Doctorate degree (PharmD, PhD, MD, or equivalent)

Job description

Role

Medical Science Liaison (MSL) specializing in Rheumatology for Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicines, focusing on immunological disorders.

Responsibilities

• develop and execute scientific engagement plans
• build relationships with Key opinion leaders and healthcare professionals
• facilitate high-quality scientific exchange
• support investigator-initiated studies
• provide scientific education
• maintain awareness of the therapeutic landscape, competitive intelligence, and industry trends
• leverage AI tools to enhance decision-making
• ensure compliance with regulatory standards
• collaborate across internal and external stakeholders

Qualifications

• Doctorate degree (PharmD, PhD, MD, or equivalent)
• post-graduate clinical or therapeutic experience preferred
• strong scientific and therapeutic expertise
• proficiency in data analysis, strategic planning, and scientific communication
• ability to travel up to 70% within the territory

Preferred

• 2+ years of relevant MSL experience and therapeutic area expertise
• residency or fellowship training
• board certification
• located in a major metro area (Orlando preferred)

High-Value

• Immunology, autoimmune diseases, biologics, and innovative medicines
• stakeholder engagement
• investigator support
• compliance with healthcare and regulatory guidelines
• emphasis on scientific exchange and insights generation

Work Setup

Work setup involves regional travel within Georgia/North Florida, with an emphasis on scientific and clinical stakeholder engagement.