Medical Scientific Liaison - Johannesburg, South Africa - Johnson & Johnson

Johnson & Johnson

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Johannesburg, South Africa

1 week ago

Posted by:

Thabo Mthembu

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Description

Medical Scientific Liaison

Location:
Gauteng

Contract:
Permanent

Job purpose
As therapeutic area scientific expert for the Gastroenterology portfolio is:

To enhance the collaboration, support and communication between the local and Emerging Markets Medical Affairs Team for the Gastroenterology portfolio and relevant cross-function stakeholders
To discuss Janssen products, treatment trends & clinical studies through high quality scientific communication with external stakeholders
To contribute to realizing company goals through the medical affairs plan

The responsibilities & the impact YOU will have:

The main duties and responsibilities of the position are:

To keep abreast of the latest medical and scientific knowledge in the therapeutic area
To develop and maintain a contact network with Leading Specialists
To provide strategic input to the company medical affairs plan & business decisionmaking
Proactive and reactive communication of medical scientific data to Leading Specialists & other external customers.
Reactive assistance with Named Patient Programs
Organizing & participating in medical education activities & advisory boards
Supporting other departments with training requirements, whilst acting as a reference point for scientific queries

Qualifications:

We'd love to hear from YOU, if you have:

Science degree: MBChB/MBBCh, PhD, Masters or Pharmacist
Prefer at least 2 years working experience in pharmaceutical industry or research company and with competency in a project management capacity.
Medical and clinical experience (preferred)
Deep scientific knowledge on the therapeutic area
Excellent communication skills
Business Acumen
Ability to work within a matrix to work independently, as well as part of a team

Key competencies

Interpersonal skills /leadership
Highly motivated
Ability to travel.
Like customer relationship building
Strong collaborator
Problem solving
Good communicator
Project management (Lead/Shape/Connect)

_For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) have been part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Our commitment to respect the dignity and diversity of all is embedded in our Credo. _

_We know that the success of our business depends on having the best talent in a workforce that reflects the diverse markets we serve around the world and an inclusive culture that values different perspectives and life experiences _

_That is why we in South Africa are working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences are valued and each and every one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are. _
**_Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Johnson & Johnson means "You Belong" _