Medical Science Liaison, GI (Virginia/W. Virginia)

Overview

Medical Science Liaison, GI (Virginia/W. Virginia) Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine

Johnson & Johnson is recruiting for a Medical Science Liaison in the Virginia/W. Virginia territory. This is a field-based clinical role with travel required.

Job Description

The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) is responsible for providing fair balanced, objective, scientific information and education to opinion leaders (OLs), health care professionals, and internal partners as required by scientific and business needs. The MSL is a scientific and clinical knowledge lead on current and future J&J Innovative Medicine products per Therapeutic Area (TA) alignment. The MSL stays abreast of current scientific and treatment landscape trends in their therapeutic area, provides research support for company and investigator-initiated research, and operates with integrity and credo values.

The MSL builds external relationships with identified OLs and health care providers (MD, PA, NP, RN, Pharm.D., biocoordinators) within a geographical territory. Engagements include virtual and in-person activities, with a prioritization of in-person interactions when appropriate. The MSL develops and maintains a territory strategic plan, including educational activities with OLs, HCPs, institutions, and community practices. The MSL rapidly identifies and collaborates with field-based partners to support Healthcare Providers and positively impact patient care. The MSL is expected to enhance skills in Change Management, Time Management, and Innovation, and to conduct all activities in accordance with regulatory and health care compliance guidelines.

This is a field-based position requiring travel, primarily within the assigned geography, with infrequent travel outside the geography. Estimated travel is up to 60%.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain a field strategic plan for the territory

Respond to unsolicited scientific inquiries from HCPs, investigators, healthcare systems, and decision makers, integrating scientific data including real-world evidence into practice

Present data and information appropriate to the audience and request

Execute reactive and proactive outreach plans in accordance with approved processes

Prioritize franchise customer-based initiatives while balancing administrative duties and projects

Engage with external investigators regarding unsolicited research inquiries and liaise with R&D, Medical Affairs, and operations

Provide clinical trial support to identify sites, resolve issues, and participate in meetings (site initiation, investigator launch, etc.)

Attend scientific conferences to gather relevant information and share medical insights

Represent and support J&J at relevant meetings and speaking engagements

Provide regional and local support to improve field personnel competencies in partnership with Sales Learning and Development

Comply with MSL SOPs, guidelines, and regulatory/legal requirements

Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant administrative records (expense reports, activity documentation)

Qualifications

PharmD, PhD, MD, or other advanced medical degree, or NP/PA with 2+ years relevant TA clinical experience

Ability to travel 6070% (overnight, including some weekends)

Ability to drive or fly to various meetings/congresses/headquarters

Valid U.S. drivers license and clean driving record

Reside within the defined assigned territory

Preferred

2+ years relevant work experience in clinical, research, fellowship, or pharmaceutical settings with presentation skills

Knowledge or experience in the relevant therapeutic area and/or Immunology

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and remote technologies

Reside in or near Pittsburgh, PA; Washington, DC; Alexandria, VA; or Bethesda, MD

Compensation and Benefits

The anticipated base pay range for this position is $115,000$197,800. Additional descriptions for pay transparency and company benefits are provided per policy.

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. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact us via or AskGS for accommodation resources.

Base salary and benefits are subject to plan terms. The position may be eligible for additional compensation programs per company policy.

Seniorities and Employment Type

Seniority level: Not Applicable

Employment type: Full-time

Locations: Washington, DC; Fairfax, VA; Alexandria, VA; Bethesda, MD; Pittsburgh, PA; and surrounding areas. #J-18808-Ljbffr