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Associate Director, Medical Science Liaison, Cardiac Electrophysiology for Texas

Johnson & Johnson, Houston, TX, United States


Overview

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation enables us to deliver breakthroughs across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions. Learn more at jnj.com.
We foster an inclusive work environment where each person is treated as an individual. We value diversity and the dignity of our employees.
Job Description

Johnson and Johnson is currently seeking an

Associate Director, Medical Science Liaison, Cardiac Electrophysiology

for the

Texas Region . Candidate should be based in close proximity to Texas.
We are looking for a highly motivated and knowledgeable professional who specializes in cardiovascular medicine within Johnson & Johnson Medtech Electrophysiology. In this role you will drive key initiatives in KOL engagement, advisory boards, research, publications, medical education, and field intelligence between our Scientific Affairs team and the academic
on-academic surgical community.
This is a business-critical role that requires a combination of commercial/field/business acumen and Med Affairs/Clinical Affairs background. Key responsibilities include developing and nurturing relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs) and healthcare professionals, identifying unmet needs and scientific gaps, and cross-functional collaboration with internal partners to deliver field and medical insights. You will participate in or lead special projects including voice of customer events, physician-initiated clinical study conversations, internal and external education, and publication planning and execution.
Your primary objective is to bridge the gap between J&J and electrophysiology customers by maintaining knowledge of our product platforms, aligning with business objectives, and staying updated on current literature and data in cardiac electrophysiology.
Major Duties & Responsibilities
Support the development and implementation of strategic engagement plans to establish and maintain relationships with KOLs, surgeons, operating room staff, and relevant medical societies in the cardiac ablation field.
Act as a scientific authority in cardiac electrophysiology, providing medical and scientific education to internal and external stakeholders.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide scientific input and insights.
Communicate complex scientific information effectively to healthcare professionals, ensuring a clear understanding of benefits and clinical utility of cardiac ablation and diagnostic platforms.
Stay up to date with the latest scientific research, medical publications, and trends in cardiac electrophysiology to provide up-to-date insights to stakeholders.
Lead the preparation of materials for presentations on the science supporting the portfolio and participate in scientific symposia, conferences, and educational programs.
Support clinical studies and research initiatives by providing scientific and technical expertise and maintaining open lines of communication with external KOLs and authors.
Provide training and education to internal teams, including Sales and Marketing, to ensure deep understanding of scientific messaging.
Participate in internal trainings to ensure deep understanding of our cardiac electrophysiology platforms.
Organize, analyze, and review/report on customer, scientific, and market information for pre-launch and marketed products.
Develop educational materials and support programs for personnel.
Discuss Investigator Initiated and Collaborative study concepts with clinicians.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree is required
Doctoral Degree (PhD, MD, DO, etc.) highly preferred
A minimum of 5 years of experience in the biotech/medtech industry is required
Previous experience in cardiovascular medicine is highly desired
Minimum of 5 or more years of experience in Medical Affairs/Clinical Sciences/Medical Science liaison is highly preferred
Strong knowledge of cardiovascular medicine, ideally electrophysiology, is heavily preferred
Insights within interventional cardiology and/or electrophysiology space is strongly preferred
Strong understanding of clinical research methodologies, regulatory guidelines, and medical terminology is required
Proven ability to establish and maintain relationships with KOLs and other healthcare professionals
Ability to analyze and interpret scientific data quickly and accurately
Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills with the ability to convey complex scientific concepts to diverse audiences
Highly self-motivated, independent, and adaptable to changing priorities
US work authorization is required
Excellent computer skills, especially with Microsoft Office
Willingness to travel up to 60% domestically
Compensation and Benefits
The anticipated base pay range for this position is 137,000 – 237,750 USD. Relocation not offered.
Johnson & Johnson offers competitive health and financial benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, parental leave, and more. This position may participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program where applicable.
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 other characteristics protected by law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
If accommodation is needed during the interview process, external applicants may contact via the official Johnson & Johnson careers page.

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