Medical Science Liaison – Neuroscience

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

📋 Description

• Create and execute a scientific engagement strategy for the Ohio region that aligns with Medical Affairs objectives.

• Build and nurture professional relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs) in both community and academic settings.

• Facilitate high-quality, reciprocal scientific dialogues with healthcare professionals.

• Gather, analyze, and apply clinical, scientific, competitive, and territory-specific information.

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

• Track competitor activities and integrate evidence-based clinical context into engagement strategies.

• Present scientific data in a way that meets the needs of healthcare professionals through discussions and presentations.

• Identify challenges or unmet needs and recommend evidence-based solutions or educational programs.

• Gather and share actionable insights that inform medical strategies and facilitate cross-functional discussions.

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

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

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

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

• Promote a culture of inclusion and belonging both internally and externally.

• Gain proficiency in regulatory standards, healthcare compliance, corporate conduct, and Medical Affairs SOPs and guidelines.

• Work with the Field Director to create and execute a performance and development strategy.

• Accurately and compliantly meet administrative obligations, including activity documentation and expense reporting.

⛳️ Requirements

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

• Postgraduate experience is necessary for Doctoral-level candidates, with a preference for experience in a therapeutic area.

• Extensive scientific and/or therapeutic knowledge is required.

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

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

• Must be able to support a specific territory with up to 70% travel, including in-territory and for internal meetings and conferences.

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

• A demonstrated commitment to learning emerging technologies, such as AI, through ongoing exploration, iteration, and application of new tools.

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, ideally in an MSL role (preferred).

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

• Completion of a residency or fellowship is preferred.

• Board certification for clinical degrees is preferred.

🏝️ 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 employees – 48 hours; Washington employees – 56 hours.

• Holiday compensation, 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.