Rheumatology Medical Science Liaison – Territory Lead

Johnson & Johnson Co.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 117,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine is seeking a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) to be based in the Ohio territory, focusing on Rheumatology. The role emphasizes high quality scientific exchange, engagement with KOLs, and collaboration with field partners to advance medical strategy.

You will travel up to 70% of the time, build partnerships with HCPs, support investigator-initiated studies, and ensure compliant scientific discussions while staying current with therapeutic area trends and

Qualifications

• Doctorate level degree or equivalent experience is required (PharmD, PhD, MD, Advanced Practice Providers)
• Post graduate experience is 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.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a scientific engagement plan for the territory that aligns with Medical Affairs strategy, prioritized medical objectives, and approved core medical assets.
• Cultivate strong professional relationships with community and academic opinion leaders/KOLs in the territory to advance our scientific credibility.
• Engage in high quality, two-way scientific exchange that encourages dialogue, shared understanding, and learning over time in the relevant disease area.
• Leverage AI tools and insights to enhance decision making, streamline processes, and improve efficiency and outcomes across core responsibilities.
• Maintain awareness of direct and indirect competitors within the therapeutic area and incorporate relevant, evidence based clinical context into scientific engagement planning and compliant scientific discussions.
• Deliver relevant scientific data tailored to HCP needs through clear and effective dialogue and presentations.
• Engage healthcare providers and internal partners to identify challenges or unmet needs and collaboratively propose evidence-based solutions.
• Identify, collect and submit high quality actionable insights in a timely manner aligned with current strategic priorities of the organization.
• Respond to unsolicited inquiries on J&J products and research from external stakeholders.
• Provide point-of-contact support to investigators and internal partners for both company-sponsored and investigator-initiated studies.
• Compliantly collaborate with internal stakeholders within a matrixed internal environment to support Medical Affairs objectives.
• Demonstrate strong scientific acumen through self-reading, journal clubs, seminars, congresses, and scientific discussion.
• Foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, increasing engagement and innovation.
• Develop understanding of regulatory and health care compliance guidelines; SOPs and guidelines.
• In collaboration with Field Director, develop and implement a performance and development plan.

Skills

Scientific acumen

Clinical experience

Data gathering

Strategic thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Problem solving

Relationship building

Medical affairs

Data-driven decision making

Education

Doctorate degree or equivalent

Job description

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine is seeking a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) to be based in the Ohio territory, focusing on Rheumatology. The role emphasizes high quality scientific exchange, engagement with KOLs, and collaboration with field partners to advance medical strategy.

You will travel up to 70% of the time, build partnerships with HCPs, support investigator-initiated studies, and ensure compliant scientific discussions while staying current with therapeutic area trends and