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[MedTech] Associate MSL Manager - Surgery

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Description

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com.

As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

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

[MedTech] Associate MSL Manager - Surgery

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