Medical Science Liaison Oncology

About Johnson & Johnson Oncology

At Johnson & Johnson, the focus is on healthcare innovation to address complex diseases. The company operates across Innovative Medicine and MedTech, aiming to deliver breakthroughs that impact human health. Guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson fosters an inclusive work environment that respects diversity and recognizes individual merit.

The Oncology team is dedicated to the elimination of cancer through the discovery of new pathways and modalities for treatments and cures. This team seeks innovators committed to results, contributing to the development of treatments and pioneering solutions from research to patient care.

Medical Science Liaison Oncology Role

Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Medical Science Liaison Oncology based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role involves maximizing the value of company products through high-quality scientific communication with Leading Specialists on a peer-to-peer basis. The MSL is responsible for contributing to short-term and long-term company goals in line with the Medical Affairs Plan.

The Medical Science Liaison acts as a therapeutic area scientific expert, discussing products, patient treatment trends, and studies with a defined audience of Leading Specialists, including Physicians, Pharmacists, Hospital Managers, and Board Members of Scientific Societies, establishing a trusted scientific counterpart relationship.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain current medical and scientific knowledge, including products, treatment trends, and clinical activities within the therapeutic area.
• Develop and maintain a contact network with Leading Specialists, understanding their needs, treatment patterns, and scientific activities.
• Communicate the value of company products, including participation in formulary discussions.
• Proactively and reactively communicate medical scientific data to Leading Specialists and broader healthcare audiences, adhering to approved labels and company information.
• Organize and participate in Medical Education activities, including identifying and educating speakers, and building programs with scientific third parties.
• Organize and participate in Advisory Boards in collaboration with Medical Advisors/Leads/Directors.
• Provide scientific support to company Sales Representatives, offering medical and product training and acting as a scientific reference point.
• Support Medical Affairs study execution, including setting up and following up on registries and non-interventional studies, proposing investigators, and participating in investigator meetings.
• Gain insights into treatment patterns and scientific activities through interactions, providing input to the Medical Affairs Plan and business decision-making.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy or Medicine; postgraduate studies are an advantage.
• Minimum of 2-5 years of experience in a multinational pharmaceutical company, with experience as a Medical Science Liaison being an advantage.
• Demonstrated scientific acumen and communication skills suitable for peer-to-peer relationships with Leading Specialists.
• Strong customer focus and awareness of business results.
• Ability to innovate, coordinate, and drive initiatives within a complex and evolving environment.

Required Skills

• Excellent presentation and communication skills.
• Flexibility to travel within Saudi Arabia, with approximately 80% of time spent in the field.
• Deep knowledge of the therapeutic area, with strength in research and interpretation of medical data.
• Awareness of business strategy and a high customer focus.
• Innovative mindset and ability to work effectively in a matrix organization.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, requiring significant field presence and travel within the region.