Principal Scientific Account Lead

Johnson & Johnson; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 137,000 - 236,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Scientific Account Lead to drive scientific engagement and strategic partnerships in the Philadelphia area. This role requires a blend of scientific expertise and account management skills to effectively communicate with diverse healthcare stakeholders. You will be responsible for developing strategic territory plans, providing clinical insights, and facilitating collaborations that enhance patient care. If you are passionate about healthcare innovation and eager to make a significant impact, this opportunity offers a dynamic environment to thrive and grow your career.

Benefits

Company Car

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Vacation Time

Sick Leave

Holiday Pay

Short and Long-term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a scientific or clinical discipline required.
• 4+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide scientific information to external and internal customers.
• Develop strategic account plans and maintain customer relationships.

Skills

Scientific Communication

Clinical Knowledge

Health Economics

Account Management

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Advanced Degree (PharmD, PhD, MD, DNP)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description - Principal Scientific Account Lead (2406227016W)

Principal Scientific Account Lead - 2406227016W

Description

Janssen Scientific Affairs, LLC, a Johnson and Johnson Company, is recruiting for a Principal Scientific Account Lead, Value and Evidence Scientific Engagement – Field Based to support Primary Territory: South New Jersey and Philadelphia Area. The candidate would ideally reside within the territory.

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/.

The Principal Scientific Account Lead (SAL), V&ESE – Field, is responsible for providing fair-balanced, objective, scientific/clinical information to external and internal customers across all the key products within the Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine (J&J IM) Pharmaceutical portfolio. External customers can include, but are not limited to, Managed Care Organizations (MCOs), large physician groups, Group Purchasing Organizations (GPOs), Pharmacy Benefit Management (PBM) companies, Governmental Agencies (CMS and VA/DoD System), Medicare, Medicaid, Long Term Care (LTC) facilities, Integrated Delivery Networks (IDNs), and Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs) in the assigned region/geography.

The Principal SAL is also responsible for supporting and partnering with key internal business partners, primarily the Strategic Customer Group (SCG) and US Medical Affairs (MAF). This individual will contribute to business planning and internal business partner teams by providing strategic clinical input, pharmacoeconomic/health outcomes input and customer insight. The Principal SAL maintains a high level of key account management and builds external relationships with recognized experts in key customer channels. The Principal SAL will also work closely with Outcomes Research and Population Health colleagues, as well as their management, to facilitate training, professional development, and take responsibility for leading national level projects where he/she will function as the V&ESE- Field point person. The Principal SAL will also develop and maintain strategic territory plans, as approved by their management, as well as coordinate strategies with the national accounts team(s) as needed.

The Principal SAL attends and actively participates in select medical/outcomes research meetings, external conferences, advisory boards and internal meetings. The goal of attendance is two-fold: 1) to deepen market access acumen, key channel stakeholder relationships and execute against scientific exchange goals and 2) to shape clinical programs in conjunction with the Outcomes Research Directors and Population Health Teams that impact current and future research strategy and designs, as well as current and future value propositions of both commercial and pipeline North America Pharmaceutical products.

The Principal SAL serves as a mentor, role model and resource to colleagues and contributes to the department’s success. This individual has a proven leadership track record with exceptional communication, collaboration and prioritization skills. The Principal SAL is responsible for conducting all activities in accordance with current regulatory and health care compliance guidelines.

1. External Customer Support:
2. Partner effectively and communicate scientific, therapeutic and outcomes-related knowledge to a diverse customer base, including MCOs, Medicare, Medicaid, Patient Advocacy, PBMs, GPOs, IDNs/Hospital Systems and LTC facilities.
3. Integrate in-depth scientific, clinical, economic, healthcare market, and environmental considerations into a compliant strategic account plan, with a clinical response to the customer that delivers a solution to scientific inquiries.
4. Develop and posit creative solutions by applying clinical/scientific/economic/healthcare expertise, as well as organizational knowledge, to facilitate successful collaborations and partnerships.
5. Facilitates understanding of key company resources to customers and how they provide solutions for the customer.
6. Uses if-then thinking/critical thought analysis to anticipate obstacles and next steps to execute an integrated strategic plan.
7. Identifies areas of potential need/gaps within their territory, and works with management to develop and execute plans regarding proactive outreaches as approved via the legal/HCC/CAC process.

1. Department Operations and Internal Partner Support:
2. Establishes ongoing systems/habits/networks in addition to planned trainings to maintain thorough understanding and demonstrated competence in the following areas: all Janssen TA portfolio and pipeline products, scientific data and relevant objectives; JSA and V&ESE mission, vision and operating principles; relevant market dynamics and competitive landscape; regulatory and health care compliance guidelines affecting JSA and pharmaceutical industry; corporate policies on appropriate business conduct and ethical behavior; all SOPs and guidelines affecting JSA/Janssen; all requirements for appropriate behavior and documentation of activities.
3. Proactively communicates with supervisor and relevant business partners.
4. Proactively works with FD supervisor on professional developmental plans, including implementation steps and timelines for completion.
5. Contributes to outcomes research projects/publications/tool implementation and/or work streams as identified and as approved by management.
6. Actively listens and records scientific voice of customer/payer, providing analysis and scientific significance.
7. Develop and maintain a territory scientific landscape plan, as approved by management, to identify major systems of care, research capabilities, and interdependencies in the delivery of regional and national health care.
8. Serves as a mentor to peers in the areas of effective customer interaction, application of technology, and company processes.
9. Completes all required and relevant training/exams with an acceptable passing score.
10. Performs all administrative requirements in a timely, accurate and compliant manner (e.g. expense reports, iConnect documentation, Unsolicited requests for medical information, etc.).

Qualifications:

1. A Minimum of an Advanced degree (PharmD, PhD, MD, DNP) in a scientific, clinical and/or outcomes related discipline.
2. At least 4 years post graduate experience with the pharmaceutical industry in a field clinical / health outcomes capacity, population health decision making (e.g. clinical pathways, hospital formulary, health plan formulary), or related field. Residency/fellowship preferred. 2-4 years of industry experience preferred.
3. Advanced training or experience in health economics, pharmacoeconomic, health care policy, quality of life research or pharmacoepidemiology preferred.
4. In-depth understanding of regulatory and healthcare compliance guidelines/policies is required.
5. Must be fluent in the English language and have excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
6. Expected to work 40 hour work week, with flexibility on occasion to work additional hours when needed.
7. Travel by air, domestic and international including overnight and weekends as needed, as job requires approximately 50-70% travel.
8. Must be able to lift and transport work materials.
9. A valid driver's license issued in the United States.

The anticipated base pay range for this position is: 137000 to 235750.

This position is eligible for a company car through the Company’s FLEET program.

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)).

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.
• Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays – up to 13 days per calendar year.
• Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year.

For more information on how we support the whole health of our employees throughout their wellness, career and life journey, please visit www.careers.jnj.com.

Johnson & Johnson is an Affirmative Action and 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, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Primary Location

NA-US-Pennsylvania-Philadelphia

Other Locations

NA-US-New Jersey-Cherry Hill, NA-US-New Jersey-Titusville

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