Principal Medical Science Liaison, Lung Oncology

Johnson & Johnson

Principal Medical Science Liaison responsible for strategic planning and scientific support for oncology treatments at Johnson & Johnson. Fostering relationships with healthcare professionals and leading research initiatives.

Posted 6/30/2026full-timeHouston • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $164,000 - $328,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic territory planning, scientific support for clinical initiatives, and strong relationship-building with healthcare professionals and academic leaders. Proficient in data analysis, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration within the healthcare landscape.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Doctorate Level Degree6+ Years MSL ExperienceClinical ExpertiseData Gathering And AnalysisCross Functional Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Strategic PlanningResearch SupportProblem SolvingCompetitive Landscape AnalysisScientific Inquiry Response

Soft Skills

Interpersonal InfluenceStrategic Thinking

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid U.S. Driver’s License

Industry Keywords

Healthcare SystemsAcademic CentersInvestigator-Initiated StudiesTherapeutic Clinical ExperienceResidency/Fellowship

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead strategic, comprehensive territory planning by identifying and cultivating strong community, academic, and opinion leader relationships.
Develop, maintain, and execute a field strategic plan.
Serve as a field lead for pre- and post-launch activities.
Respond to unsolicited scientific inquiries from HCPs, investigators, healthcare systems, and academic centers.
Identifies, develops, and executes high-level research support for company- and investigator-initiated initiatives.
Provide appropriate scientific support for investigator-initiated studies.

Requirements

What you’ll need

A Doctorate level degree or equivalent experience is required (PharmD, PhD, MD, Advanced Practice Providers, etc.)
Post graduate experience is required for Doctoral level candidates, with preference for therapeutic clinical experience.
Residency/fellowship preferred.
Minimum of 6+ years of relevant work experience as an MSL.
Ability to support travel up to 70% which includes overnight travel, including some weekend commitments.
Proficiency in data gathering and analysis, clinical expertise, problem solving, interpersonal influence, and cross functional collaboration strategic thinking and competitive landscape analysis.
Must reside in defined territory and have a valid U.S. driver’s license.
Reside within the defined territory or eligible for relocation.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Savings plan
Pension plan
Disability plan
Vacation pay
Sick time
Holiday pay
Work, personal and family time off