Medical Science Liaison – Lung/Head & Neck Oncology

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California, +3 more states.

📋 Description

• Develop and execute a scientific engagement strategy for the territory that aligns with the Medical Affairs objectives, prioritized medical goals, and approved core medical resources.

• Build and nurture professional relationships with community and academic opinion leaders/KOLs.

• Facilitate high-quality, two-way scientific communication with healthcare professionals.

• Gather, synthesize, and utilize clinical, scientific, competitive, and territory-specific information.

• Utilize AI tools and insights to improve decision-making, streamline processes, and enhance efficiency and outcomes.

• Stay informed about competitors and integrate evidence-based clinical context into engagement planning and scientific discussions.

• Present scientific data customized to the needs of healthcare professionals through discussions and presentations.

• Identify challenges or unmet needs and propose evidence-based solutions or educational initiatives.

• Discover, collect, and submit actionable insights that align with organizational priorities.

• Address unsolicited inquiries regarding J&J products and research.

• Provide support to investigators and internal partners for both company-sponsored and investigator-initiated studies.

• Collaborate with Medical Affairs, R&D, Clinical Operations, Sales, Marketing, and other internal stakeholders.

• Maintain scientific knowledge through self-study, journal clubs, educational seminars, conferences, and peer discussions.

• Promote inclusion and belonging within the team.

• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, healthcare compliance, corporate conduct, Medical Affairs SOPs, and guidelines.

• Create and execute a performance and development plan in conjunction with the Field Director.

• Accurately and compliantly complete administrative tasks, activity documentation, and expense reporting.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Doctorate-level degree or equivalent experience is necessary (PharmD, PhD, MD, Advanced Practice Providers).

• Post-graduate experience is required for Doctoral-level candidates, with a preference for clinical experience in a therapeutic area.

• Extensive scientific and/or therapeutic knowledge is essential.

• Knowledge of research and/or healthcare systems is required.

• Proficiency in data collection and analysis, clinical expertise, problem-solving, interpersonal influence, cross-functional collaboration, strategic thinking, and competitive landscape analysis.

• Ability to support a specific territory with up to 70% travel (both in-territory and for internal meetings and conferences).

• A valid US Driver’s License is mandatory.

• A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, preferably in an MSL role (preferred).

• At least 2 years of experience in a therapeutic area (preferred).

• Completion of a residency/fellowship is preferred.

• Board certification for clinical degrees is preferred.

• Proven commitment to learning emerging technologies, such as AI, through exploration, iteration, and application of new tools over time.

🏝️ Benefits

• Consolidated retirement plan (pension).

• Savings plan (401(k)).

• Long-term incentive program.

• Vacation – 120 hours per calendar year.

• Sick time – 40 hours per calendar year; for employees residing in the State of Colorado – 48 hours per calendar year; for employees residing in the State of Washington – 56 hours per calendar year.

• Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays – 13 days per calendar year.

• Work, Personal and Family Time – up to 40 hours per calendar year.

• Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child.

• Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member; 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year.

• Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period.

• Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year.

• Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year.