Johnson & Johnson is recruiting for the position of Medical Science Liaison – Oncology in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. The role is part of the Medical Affairs function and focuses on scientific engagement with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), sharing clinical trial data, gathering medical insights, and supporting oncology medical strategy.
Candidates with an MD, MBBS, BDS, MDS, PharmD, or PhD qualification and 0–2 years of pharmaceutical or healthcare industry experience can review the job requirements.
Job Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Company | Johnson & Johnson |
| Job Title | Medical Science Liaison – Oncology |
| Department | Medical Affairs |
| Job Function | Medical Affairs Group |
| Job Category | Scientific/Technology |
| Location | Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Work Type | Full-time |
| Work Arrangement | Field-based |
| Experience | 0–2 years in the pharmaceutical/healthcare industry |
| Job Requisition ID | R-106356 |
| Application Deadline | 31 October 2026 |
Position Overview
The Medical Science Liaison will serve as a scientific expert for the oncology therapeutic area, engaging with Key Opinion Leaders to discuss treatment trends and clinical trial data, communicate scientific information, and gather insights that support the company’s medical strategy.
The position requires 70–80% travel to interact with customers and stakeholders.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Identify, map, and profile Key Opinion Leaders within the assigned geography and oncology therapeutic area.
- Engage KOLs through Medical Affairs initiatives aligned with the overall franchise plan.
- Represent the therapeutic area in relevant internal and external scientific affairs initiatives and cross-functional teams.
- Gather customer insights and communicate them to the franchise team.
- Receive and process scientific information requests from Healthcare Professionals (HCPs).
- Provide scientific support to the sales team through regular training and updates on the latest medical developments in oncology.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop and implement medical strategy.
- Support scientific engagement that contributes to access to new products and indications.
Eligibility and Qualifications
Candidates must hold one of the following qualifications:
- MD
- MBBS
- BDS
- MDS
- PharmD
- PhD
Experience Requirements
- 0–2 years of experience in the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry.
- Good understanding of the Medical Affairs function.
- Understanding of local regulatory policies and industry codes of practice relating to drug registration, pharmaceutical promotion, and clinical research.
Required and Preferred Skills
The job description highlights the following preferred skills:
- Medical Affairs and medical communications
- Scientific research and clinical experience
- Communication and interpersonal influence
- Relationship building and cross-functional collaboration
- Analytical reasoning and data gathering
- Competitive landscape analysis and market research
- Problem-solving and strategic thinking
- Medical compliance and attention to detail
- Clinical Data Management
- Digital literacy and technological proficiency
- Execution focus and insight analysis
