Medical Science Liaison – Lung/Head & Neck – Oncology

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Minnesota.

📋 Description

• Develop and execute a scientific engagement strategy that aligns with the Medical Affairs objectives and overall strategy.

• Build and nurture relationships with community and academic opinion leaders (KOLs).

• Facilitate two-way scientific dialogue with healthcare professionals.

• Gather, synthesize, and utilize clinical, scientific, competitive, and regional information.

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

• Present tailored scientific data through discussions and presentations.

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

• Provide actionable insights that inform medical strategies and foster cross-functional discussions.

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

• Assist investigators and internal partners with company-sponsored and investigator-initiated studies.

• Collaborate with MSL field partners, R&D, U.S. and Global Medical Affairs, Clinical Operations, Sales, and Marketing.

• Keep scientific knowledge up-to-date through self-study, journal clubs, seminars, congresses, and peer discussions.

• Promote inclusion and a sense of belonging within the team.

• Ensure compliance with regulatory, healthcare, corporate, and Medical Affairs policies.

• Create performance and development plans in conjunction with the Field Director.

• Complete necessary administrative documentation and expense reports.

⛳️ Requirements

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

• Postgraduate experience is required for Doctoral level candidates.

• Extensive scientific and/or therapeutic knowledge is essential.

• Familiarity with research and/or the healthcare system is necessary.

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

• Ability to support a specific territory with up to 70% travel is essential.

• A valid U.S. Driver’s License is required.

• A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience is preferred, especially in an MSL role.

• At least 2 years of experience in the therapeutic area is preferred.

• Completion of a residency/fellowship is preferred.

• Board certification for clinical degrees is preferred.

• A commitment to continuously learn and apply emerging technologies, including AI, is essential.

🏝️ 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; Colorado residents – 48 hours; Washington residents – 56 hours.

• 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 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.