Senior MSL, Rheumatology — Territory Leader

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine; Sierra City (CA); On-site; USD 137,000 - 236,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

Sick leave

Holiday pay

Parental Leave

Bereavement Leave

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicines seeks a Senior Medical Science Liaison (MSL) in Rheumatology to cover the Central California, Nevada, Utah, and Colorado territory. This field‑based role engages KOLs and HCPs, delivering balanced, evidence‑based scientific information and fostering investigator interactions.

The candidate will build educational plans, collaborate with Medical Affairs, and stay current with rheumatology data.

Qualifications

• Doctorate level degree (PharmD, PhD, MD, etc.) is required.
• 2+ years of relevant MSL experience in pharma.
• Strong scientific/therapeutic expertise with data interpretation.
• Willing to travel up to 70% (in-territory visits and congresses).
• Must hold a valid US driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a scientific engagement plan for the territory.
• Engage in high-quality scientific exchange with KOLs and HCPs.
• Identify and cultivate professional relationships with community and academic HCPs/KOLs.
• Leverage insights to develop strategic engagement within the territory.
• Provide scientific data tailored to HCP needs through effective dialogue and presentations.

Skills

Scientific acumen

KOL engagement

Therapy area knowledge

Clinical trial awareness

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Education

Doctorate level degree (PharmD/PhD/MD)

Tools

MS Office

CRM software

Job description

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicines seeks a Senior Medical Science Liaison (MSL) in Rheumatology to cover the Central California, Nevada, Utah, and Colorado territory. This field‑based role engages KOLs and HCPs, delivering balanced, evidence‑based scientific information and fostering investigator interactions.

The candidate will build educational plans, collaborate with Medical Affairs, and stay current with rheumatology data.