Medical Science Liaison

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Job Function

Medical Affairs Group

Job Sub Function

Medical Science Liaison

Job Category

Scientific/Technology

All Job Posting Locations:

Kibbutz Shefayim, Center District, Israel

Job Description

About Oncology

Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science-based advancements. Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing the medicines of tomorrow.

Our Oncology team is focused on the elimination of cancer by discovering new pathways and modalities to finding treatments and cures. We lead where medicine is going and need innovators with an unwavering commitment to results.

Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way.

Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/innovative-medicine

Role Purpose

The Medical Scientific Liaison (MSL) – Oncology serves as a field‑based scientific expert (approximately 80%) and a trusted scientific partner to the healthcare community.

The MSL leads high‑quality, peer‑to‑peer scientific exchange, builds strong relationships with key oncology stakeholders, and generates actionable medical insights that inform Medical Affairs and business strategy.

The role operates in full alignment with Johnson & Johnson Credo values, applicable compliance standards, and Medical Affairs governance. This is a non‑promotional role within Medical Affairs.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead high‑quality scientific exchange with healthcare professionals and key opinion leaders (KOLs) in Oncology through peer‑to‑peer, non‑promotional interactions
• Develop and maintain long‑term scientific partnerships with external stakeholders, positioning the MSL as a credible scientific peer
• Maintain deep, current knowledge of relevant disease areas, products, pipeline assets, and emerging clinical data
• Collect, analyze, and communicate high‑quality medical insights from the field to inform therapeutic area strategy and decision‑making
• Plan and execute medical education initiatives, advisory boards, and scientific meetings in alignment with Medical Affairs strategy
• Support evidence‑generation activities, including clinical research, real‑world evidence initiatives, and scientific publications
• Provide scientific education and support to internal stakeholders, including cross‑functional teams
• Collaborate closely with Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, Market Access, Regulatory Affairs, and other internal partners
• Ensure all activities are conducted in compliance with Johnson & Johnson policies, local regulations, and healthcare compliance requirements
  
  

Qualifications

Education

• Advanced scientific degree required: MD, PharmD, PhD, or MSc in Medicine, Pharmacy, Life Sciences, or a related scientific discipline
  
  

Experience

• Prior experience within Medical Affairs in the pharmaceutical and/or biotechnology industry
• Proven experience as a Medical Scientific Liaison (MSL) – required
• Oncology experience – strong advantage
• Demonstrated experience engaging with healthcare professionals and scientific experts in a peer‑to‑peer setting
• Experience working effectively within a complex, matrixed, cross‑functional environment
  
  

Core Competencies & Skills

• Strong scientific and clinical acumen with the ability to critically analyze and interpret medical data
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex scientific information into clear and meaningful dialogue
• Strong relationship‑building and stakeholder management capabilities
• High learning agility and commitment to continuous scientific and professional development
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a collaborative team
• High ethical standards and strong alignment with Johnson & Johnson Credo values
  
  

Additional Information

This is a field‑based role requiring flexibility in travel and working hours.

The position is non‑promotional and operates strictly within Medical Affairs governance and compliance frameworks.

Important Information

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Required Skills

Preferred Skills:

Analytics Dashboards, Analytics Insights, Clinical Trials, Coaching, Collaborating, Communication, Critical Thinking, Customer Centricity, Data Reporting, Digital Culture, Digital Literacy, Medical Affairs, Medical Communications, Medical Compliance, Product Knowledge, Research and Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Strategic Thinking, Technical Credibility, Technologically Savvy