Principal Medical Science Liaison

Johnson & Johnson; Irvine (CA); Remote; USD 115,000 - 197,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson seeks a Principal Scientist in Medical Science Liaison for Neurovascular solutions. The role involves strategic engagement with key opinion leaders and enhancing medical education while leveraging scientific expertise. Candidates must possess an advanced degree and significant experience in neuro-interventional technology.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Vacations up to 120 hours per year

Sick leave

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in biotech industry with neuro-intervention focus.
• 2+ years in Medical Affairs or Clinical Practice preferred.
• Strong understanding of clinical research methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Drive initiatives in KOL engagement and medical education.
• Support strategic engagement plans with KOLs.
• Provide medical education to internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Analytical Skills

Presentation Skills

Medical Knowledge

Education

MD or PhD

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com

Job Function:

Medical Affairs Group

Job Sub Function:

Medical Science Liaison

Job Category:

Scientific/Technology

All Job Posting Locations:

Ashland, Kentucky, United States, Ashland, Kentucky, United States, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, Birmingham, Alabama, United States, Boise, Idaho, United States, Charleston, South Carolina, United States, Charleston, West Virginia, United States, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, Chicago, Illinois, United States, Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America, Columbus, Ohio, United States, Dallas, Texas, United States, Denver, Colorado, United States, Des Moines, Iowa, United States, Detroit, Michigan, United States, Garden City, New York, United States, Hartford, Connecticut, United States, Indianapolis, Indiana, United States, Irvine, California, United States of America, Jackson, Mississippi, United States, Jacksonville, Florida, United States of America, Kansas City, Kansas, United States, Las Vegas, Nevada, United States, Lexington, Kentucky, United States {+ 15 more}

Job Description:

We are searching for the best talent to join our MedTech team as a Principal Scientist, Medical Science Liaison, Neurovascular . This role is Fully Remote in the United States.

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/

Purpose:

We are looking for a highly motivated Principal Scientist, Medical Science Liaison (MSL) in Johnson & Johnson MedTech – Neurovascular. In this role, you will be driving important initiatives in KOL engagement, advisory boards, research, publications, medical education, and field intelligence between our Neurovascular Scientific Affairs team and the academic/non-academic neurovascular community. This is a vital role that requires a blend of strategic understanding and expertise in Medical Affairs/Clinical Affairs to foster advancements in neurovascular technology and support the medical community. Primary responsibilities include developing and cultivating strong relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs) and healthcare professionals, identifying unmet needs/scientific gaps in medical research and clinical practice paradigms, and cross functional collaboration with internal partners to deliver field and medical insights. You will participate in and/or drive special projects including: voice of customer events, physician initiated clinical studies and off-label conversations, internal and external education, and publication planning and execution. Your primary objective will be to bridge the gap between J&J MedTech Neurovascular and our neurovascular customers by maintaining detailed knowledge of our product platforms, understanding business and strategy objectives and goals, and staying updated on current literature and data in the neurovascular space.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of strategic engagement plans to establish and maintain relationships with KOLs, interventionalists, operating room staff, and relevant medical societies in the neuro-interventional field.
• Act as a scientific authority in neuro-intervention, providing medical, scientific, and practical / hands-on education to internal and external collaborators.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Product Development, Clinical Affairs, Marketing, Scientific Affairs, and Research & Development, to provide scientific input and insights.
• Communicate & streamline complex scientific information effectively to healthcare professionals, ensuring a clear understanding of the benefits and clinical utility of our neuro-interventional technology e.g., provide clinical support during voice of customers sessions.
• Stay up to date with the latest scientific research, medical publications, and emerging trends in neuro-intervention to provide up-to-date insights and guidance to internal and external partners.
• Own the preparation of materials needed to deliver presentations on the science supporting the portfolio and participate in scientific symposia, conferences, and educational programs to improve awareness and understanding of the platforms.
• Support clinical studies and research initiatives by providing scientific and technical expertise and maintaining open lines of communication to the external KOLs and authors.
• Provide training and education to internal teams, including Sales and Marketing, to ensure a deep understanding of scientific message.
• Participate in internal trainings from Professional Education, and Scientific Affairs University teams to ensure a deep and detailed understanding of our neuro-interventional technology.
• Organize, analyze, and review/report on customer, scientific, and market information on pre-launch and marketed products.
• Develop educational materials and support programs for personnel.
• Discuss Investigator Initiated and Collaborative study concepts with clinicians.

Requirements

• Advanced degree or equivalent required (MD, PhD)
• Minimum 3 years of experience working in the biotech industry, focusing on neuro-intervention preferred.
• Minimum of 2 or more years of experience in a Medical Affairs/Medical Science liaison/Clinical Practice preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of neuro-interventional technology and techniques preferred.
• Strong understanding of clinical research methodologies, regulatory guidelines, and medical terminology.
• Proven track record to establish and maintain relationships with KOLs, interventionalists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Ability to analyze and interpret scientific data quickly and accurately.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex scientific concepts to both scientific and non-scientific audience.
• Highly self-motivated, independent, and adaptable to changing priorities and environments.
• Given focus of role for US market, candidate must have work authorization in USA
• Excellent computer skills, especially with the use of Microsoft Office
• Travel Requirement: 75%

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Johnson and Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please email the Employee Health Support Center ([e-mail]) or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

The anticipated base pay range for this position is :

$115,000-$197,000 ; California Bay Area: $139,000-$220,000

Additional Description for Pay Transparency:

The Company maintains highly competitive, performance-based compensation programs. Under current guidelines, this position is eligible for an annual performance bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable plan. The annual performance bonus is a cash bonus intended to provide an incentive to achieve annual targeted results by rewarding for individual and the corporation’s performance over a calendar/performance year. Bonuses are awarded at the Company’s discretion on an individual basis. Employees and/or eligible dependents may be eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance. Employees may be eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)). This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program. Employees are eligible for the following time off benefits: Vacation – up to 120 hours per calendar year Sick time - up to 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington – up to 56 hours per calendar year Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays – up to 13 days per calendar year of Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year Additional information can be found through the link below. http://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits The compensation and benefits information set forth in this posting applies to candidates hired in the United States. Candidates hired outside the United States will be eligible for compensation and benefits in accordance with their local market.

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Johnson and Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please email the Employee Health Support Center ([e-mail]) or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.