Medical Science Liaison

Job title:

Medical Science Liaison

Company

Johnson & Johnson

Job description

Janssen – Medical Science Liaison – IBDField Based Role – Region – Central EnglandWorking at JanssenAt Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are based on continuous learning and improvement, and solutions are personalized.Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity.That is why we in the UK, are working to create an inclusive environment where individuals’ unique work behaviours, perspectives, and experiences are valued and each and every one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential.No matter who they are. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Johnson & Johnson means “You Belong”!Medical Science Liaison. IBDMedical Science Liaison (MSL) will be responsible for providing scientific / medical support to internal and external customers in response to clinical interest from partners. Deliver the sharing of knowledge to internal collaborators e.g., through provision of training to help to ensure the highest standards of brand/therapy expertise in customer facing teams. Provide insights to the UK Medical Affairs (MAF) team and respective Country Value Team (CVT) to help optimize brand/therapy medical strategy. This is a field-based position, working in a team of MSL’s.The MSL will report to the Immunology Medical Lead and will play a critical field-based role within the Immunology franchises, with a chance to define a real difference to the growing therapy area. Janssen has a strong heritage in Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) providing innovative treatments for people. In this field-based role you will cover the assigned territory (subject to change based on business need).Job DescriptionKey responsibilities:

• Serves as clinical and scientific expert internally and externally through in-depth knowledge.
• Maintain up-to-date scientific expertise with regular attendance at key scientific / clinical conferences and training sessions to translate data into applicable knowledge and communication platform
• Respond appropriately to unsolicited requests for information and/or data
• Disseminate, review and present clinical and scientific data in a balanced, candid manner, to Leading Specialist and other Health Care Professionals (HCPs), in group and one-on-one settings (virtual and/or in-person meetings)
• The role involves extensive travel including appointments and meetings across their territory, as well as national and international conferences and meetings in the affiliate office
• Build positive relationships with HCPs based on scientific credibility
• Develop scientific communication materials (e.g. slide presentations) for dissemination to HCPs through contacts and meetings and provide congress support.
• Ensure a regional scientific leadership strategy via trustworthy and informed scientific dialogue with Leading Specialists (LS)
• Accountable for relationships with all LS within their region (development and sustainability through clear LS engagement plans)
• Lead/participate in medical and scientific forums (i.e., ad boards and CMEs) where LS are involved. Work closely with other medical team members to develop ideas and content for medical events and review such content
• Support Phase IIIB/IV local; global clinical development program and data collection initiatives. Critical contributor to regional site identification, patient enrolment, and follow-up visits. Assist in research collaboration with investigators
• Support investigator-initiated studies by assessing research requests, aligning with Janssen’s research needs.
• Develop and implement data/insights analysis and report to Medical Lead on a regular basis.
• Provide summarized field medical insights to CVT, to influence the Medical Affairs plan which complements the coordinated asset lifecycle plan.
• Monitors medical research and publications and develops insights. Generates reports on medical trends and assist Medical Lead with the communication of information and insights.

Qualifications

• The candidate must have a strong scientific background with a biomedical or science degree, a higher (MSc or PhD or equivalent experience, pharmacist or Medical Doctor degree is preferred)
• Experience in the pharmaceutical industry or research environment is an asset
• Experience with good knowledge of the UK National Health Service (NHS) environment is preferred
• Strong clinical or scientific background and/or experiences in Immunology is highly preferred
• Demonstrated experience in leading clinical/ scientific programs with a high degree of autonomy, including active member of UK Cross functional brand teams
• Familiarity with working in an environment guided by SOPs is an asset
• Critical thinking and positive track record of detailed execution
• Track record to learn quickly, assimilate and distil large amounts of information and build and maintain relationships
• Shown proficiency to optimally communicate information to Leading Specialists, as well as non-experts
• Ability to put data into perspective and communicate it concisely, as required
• Demonstrated critical thinking, strong project management skills and ability to impact decision-making with relevant customers
• Business skills required, including prioritization skills and problem solving and collaborate cross functional working
• Scientific knowledge, curiosity, familiarity, and interest to stay on top of emerging data and scientific trends within the therapeutic area
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, multitask and follow through in a field-based role
• Highly developed communication and presentation skills with the ability to effectively simplify and communicate sophisticated material to a diverse array of audiences is required

Diversity and inclusion are central elements of the shared culture across the Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies. Attracting, developing, and retaining a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and communities is essential to our success. We are committed to providing a respectful, inclusive, and accessible work environment where all employees can achieve their potential.For more information on how we support the whole health of our employees throughout their wellness, career and life journey, please visit www.careers.jnj.com .Johnson & Johnson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Expected salary

Location

High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire

Job date

Sat, 17 Aug 2024 22:12:59 GMT

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