Medical Science Liaison, GU Oncology - Ontario, Canada

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine•Toronto, ON

2d•Remote

About The Position

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine Canada is recruiting for a Medical Science Liaison – GU Oncology to be based in Ontario. The ideal location for candidates to reside are: Hamilton, Burlington, Oakville, Mississauga, London and Kitchener. 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.

Requirements

Pharm D, PhD or MD is required.
Strong clinical and/or scientific background is required.
Ability to acquire expertise in other therapeutic areas and products, depending on pipeline and/or changing business priorities is required.
Excellent collaborator interested in sharing knowledge and mentoring/educating colleagues and peers is required.
Critical thinking and positive track record of excellent execution is required.
Proven ability to learn quickly, assimilate and distill large amounts of information is required.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build and maintain relationships is required.
Proficiency in effectively communicating information to KOLs, allied HCPs and non-experts is required.
Strong project management skills is required.
Ability to impact decision-making with relevant partners based on sound scientific knowledge is required.
Business acumen, including prioritization skills and big picture orientation is required.
Scientific knowledge, curiosity, familiarity and interest to stay on top of emerging data and scientific trends within the therapeutic area is required.
Demonstrated ability to take initiative, be able to handle concurrent priorities, and follow through in a field-based role is required.
Solid understanding of Microsoft Office and other relevant software programs is required.
Ability to travel ~50% of the time, to cover the assigned territory within Canada and, limited, internationally, is required as this is a customer facing position.
A valid driver's license issued in Canada is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience as an MSL is preferred.
Prior experience in Oncology is preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement a scientific engagement plan for the territory that aligns with Medical Affairs strategy, prioritized medical objectives, and approved core medical assets.
Cultivate strong professional relationships with academic and community KOLs and HCPs in the territory to advance our scientific credibility.
Engage in high quality, two-way scientific exchange that encourages dialogue, shared understanding, and learning over time.
Utilize insights and MSL tools to develop a strategic approach for customer engagements within territory by collecting, synthesizing, and applying clinical, scientific, competitive, and territory level information.
Keep abreast of scientific literature/clinical data and maintain up-to-date scientific expertise in GU Oncology through self-learning, attendance at scientific and medical conferences, training sessions, and preceptorships (virtual and/or in-person attendance), to translate data into an applicable and relevant knowledge and communication platform.
Collect and communicate relevant insights from KOLs to support and progress TA strategy, and inform business and evidence generation planning.
Assist in the interpretation of clinical trial outcomes, post-hoc analyses, and real-world data.
Actively participate in the preparation and conduct of medical and scientific forums organized by J&J (e.g. Advisory Boards, Steering Committees, etc.).
Provide expert-level clinical consultation and support to business partners (e.g. Medical Education events, Medical communications development, etc.)
Support Real World Evidence (RWE), phase III/IV local and global clinical development program, interpretation of results, post-hoc analyses, and research collaboration with investigators, as needed.
Support investigator-initiated studies by fielding and assessing research requests, aligning investigator interests with J&J’s research needs, and engaging investigators to ensure the successful execution and satisfactory completion of studies as needed.
Assist in responding to HCP compassionate drug requests for their patients.

Benefits

flexible benefits plan (incl. company paid medical; dental; vision coverage)
Basic life insurance coverage (can purchase additional coverage if wish)
Both short-term and long-term disability coverage
AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) coverage
Pension effective Jan 1st
15 days’ vacation, prorated by start month
10 calendar holidays for Ontario in the 2025 calendar year + 4 floating holidays.
5 personal time-off days, prorated by start month (4 for June)
5 sick days
4 company-paid volunteer days per calendar year
Global Parental Leave, Bereavement Leave and Compassionate Care Leave Policies