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**Job Function: **
Medical Affairs Group
**Job Sub Function: **
Medical Science Liaison
Job Category:
Scientific/Technology
All Job Posting Locations:
Seoul, Korea, Republic of
Job Description:
About MedTech
Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments. Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech
About Surgery
Are you passionate about improving and expanding the possibilities of surgery? Ready to join a team that’s reimagining how we heal? Our Surgery team delivers advanced surgical technologies and solutions to surgeons and healthcare professionals worldwide. Your contributions will help effectively treat some of the world’s most prevalent conditions such as obesity, cardiovascular disease, and cancer. Patients are waiting. Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech
We are searching for the best talent for Associate MSL Manager based in Seoul.
Purpose
The Associate MSL Manager is responsible for engaging key opinion leaders (KOLs) within the Surgery area through high-level scientific exchange and medical support across research, publications, education, and Medical Affairs activities. This role serves as a critical bridge between external stakeholders and internal cross-functional teams, contributing to evidence-based clinical, medical, and business decision-making.
You will be responsible for:
External Customer Engagement & Partnering
- Identify, develop, and maintain strong relationships with key KOLs at country level
- Deliver high-quality scientific exchange and communication of medical information
- Support advancement of innovative surgical approaches through scientific engagement
- Generate actionable insights on treatment strategies, unmet needs, and market dynamics
- Build and maintain a strong scientific network
Scientific Communication
- Provide accurate and timely scientific information from diverse sources to internal/external stakeholders
- Respond to scientific inquiries related to approved products and pipeline assets
- Deliver medical and product training to Sales in collaboration with Marketing
- Effectively communicate medical insights to inform brand and surgical strategy
Medical Affairs Activities & Education
- Support development and execution of surgical training programs and educational events
- Contribute to congresses, symposiums, and regional/national activities
- Ensure all Medical Affairs programs are executed in full compliance
- Collaborate cross-functionally (e.g., ProfEd, Marketing, Sales teams)
Strategic Evidence Generation
- Identify evidence gaps and future data needs aligned with Surgery strategy
- Contribute to planning and execution of evidence generation activities (studies, publications)
- Support end-to-end research processes from concept to publication
- Leverage scientific expertise to strengthen business and clinical impact
Qualifications / Requirements:
- Master’s degree or higher in Medical Science, Pharmacology, or related field
- PhD preferred
- Minimum 7 years of MSL experience preferred
- Strong understanding of Surgery therapeutic area and external healthcare environment (competitors, regulations, reimbursement)
- Excellent scientific communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Strong analytical skills with ability to translate insights into strategy
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- Fluent in English and Korean (written and verbal)
- Willingness to travel (domestic and international)
Legal Entity
MedTech
Job Type
Regular
Application Documents
Free-form resume AND cover letter is required (in Korean or English).
Application Deadline
Until the position is filled
Notes
- Preference will be given to individuals subject to national veterans’ benefits and persons with disabilities upon submission of relevant documents as per applicable laws.
- Only candidates who pass the resume screening will be notified individually. However, notifications may be delayed due to company circumstances.
- If any false information is found in the application documents, the hiring may be canceled even after the offer is confirmed, and future applications may be restricted.
- Submitted documents will not be returned and will be deleted upon request.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Johnson & Johnson is an 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.
**Required Skills: **
Preferred Skills:
Analytics Dashboards, Clinical Experience, Coaching, Communication, Competitive Landscape Analysis, Critical Thinking, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Customer Centricity, Data Gathering and Analysis, Digital Culture, Digital Literacy, Interpersonal Influence, Medical Affairs, Medical Communications, Medical Compliance, Problem Solving, Research and Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Strategic Thinking, Technical Credibility, Technologically Savvy