Sr. Medical Science Liaison, Lung Oncology - New England Territory

Role Summary

Senior Medical Science Liaison (MSL) for Lung Oncology in the New England Territory. The Senior MSL is the field-based scientific and clinical expert on current and future Johnson & Johnson Innovative products, providing fair, balanced, objective, scientific information and education to health care professionals and internal partners as required by scientific and business needs. The role requires staying abreast of current scientific and treatment landscape trends and providing research support for company-sponsored and investigator-initiated studies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a strategic and comprehensive territory plan and build strong relationships with community and academic opinion leaders/KOLs in the territory.
• Engage in high-level scientific and research discussions with KOLs/OLs to serve as a resource and understand perspectives on the current treatment landscape.
• Identify provider educational needs and address them with tailored responses.
• Deliver relevant scientific data tailored to HCP needs through clear and effective dialogue/presentation.
• Consistently execute the current Medical Affairs strategy and MSL priorities.
• Respond to unsolicited research/clinical inquiries from external stakeholders promptly.
• Collect and submit high-quality actionable insights aligned with current strategic priorities.
• Utilize insights and MSL tools to develop a strategic approach for customer engagements within the territory.
• Provide research support for company-sponsored and investigator-initiated studies.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders including MSL field partners, R&D, US and Global Medical Affairs teams, clinical operations, sales, and marketing.
• Demonstrate strong scientific acumen through ongoing self-education and participation in journals, seminars, and congresses.
• Foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, increasing engagement, productivity, and innovation that reflects diverse communities.
• Develop understanding of regulatory and healthcare compliance guidelines; corporate policies on ethical behavior; and Medical Affairs SOPs.
• In collaboration with the manager, develop and implement a performance and development plan and lead leadership projects.
• Perform all administrative requirements in a timely, accurate, and compliant manner (e.g., expense reports, activity documentation).

Qualifications

• Doctorate-level degree or equivalent (PharmD, PhD, MD, Advanced Practice Providers) is required.
• Post-graduate experience required for doctoral-level candidates; clinical experience preferred.
• 2+ years of MSL experience and/or 2+ years relevant work experience (clinical, research, fellowship, or pharmaceutical).
• In-depth scientific and/or therapeutic knowledge; research and/or healthcare system knowledge.
• Ability to support a specific territory with up to 70% travel; valid US driver's license required.

Preferred

• Residency/fellowship preferred.
• Board certification for clinical degrees preferred.
• Experience in the Oncology therapeutic area highly preferred.

Skills

• Strong scientific acumen and ability to communicate complex data clearly to healthcare professionals.
• Strategic planning and KOL engagement.
• Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management.
• Academic and investigative mindset with ability to support investigator-initiated studies.

Education

• Doctorate-level degree (PharmD, PhD, MD, or equivalent) required.

Additional Requirements

• Up to 70% travel within the territory; valid US driver‚Äôs license required.