[MedTech] [Abiomed] Heart Recovery Sr. Medical Science Liaison

Johnson & Johnson Chiyoda, Tokyo, Japan Updated 29 September 2026
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Job 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 Affairs – MD Job Category: People Leader All Job Posting Locations: Chiyoda, Tokyo, Japan Job Description: Position Summary To maximize the medical and scientific value in Heart Recovery, this role leads scientific exchange with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and drives the generation of medical insights across Japan and Korea. In addition, this position serves as a bridge between internal and external stakeholders, contributing to evidence-based decision-making and strategic planning. Proposal for Key Responsibilities: 1. Insights, Strategy & Cross-functional Impact  Collaborate and execute with Marketing, Sales, and other cross-functional teams under alignments with Japan/Korea leadership team  Monitor and share emerging scientific and medical trends in cardiovascular space  Share field, scientific and medical insights to Japan/Korea leadership team and contribute to strategic decision- making  Facilitate knowledge sharing across APAC  Identify unmet clinical needs and generate actionable insights 2. Medical Education & Internal Capability Building  Respond to medical and scientific inquiries from internal and external stakeholders  Support and execute healthcare professional education programs under the direction of Physician Program and ProfEd team  Support and provide medical/scientific training to internal stakeholders 3. External Scientific Engagement  Build and maintain strong relationships with academic and community KOLs in Japan and Korea  Lead advanced level scientific discussions  Support congresses, symposiums, and external scientific engagement 4. Evidence Generation & Research  Identify evidence gaps and clinical needs  Support clinical research, publications, and data generation activities  Collaborate with KOLs to drive research and publication initiatives ■ Qualifications • Master’s degree or higher in Medicine, Pharmacy, Life Sciences, or related field (M.D., PhD preferred) • 5–7+ years of experience in MSL or Medical Affairs • Strong knowledge of cardiovascular disease (especially circulatory support / critical care preferred) • Proven ability to engage with KOLs and conduct scientific discussions • Strong communication skills (English plus Japanese or Korean) • Ability to work independently and drive initiatives ■ Competencies • Scientific and analytical thinking • Stakeholder influence • Strategic mindset • Leadership and team development • Cross-functional collaboration • High level of integrity and compliance mindset Report to: Chief Medical & Scientific Officer HR ( U.S.) Direct Reports: 0 ・応募の際はAskGS内の社内公募ガイドラインをご一読いただき、応募ください。18か月未満の方は応募前に上長及び担当BUHRの許可を取ってから応募ください。複数同時応募不可になります。 ・在籍期間に関わらず、書類選考を通して1次面接に進んだ場合は、社内公募に応募し選考に進むことを上司に報告してください。 ・社内紹介を行う場合は、Career Hub上の“社内紹介制度の概要”の詳細を理解した上で、コンプライアンスを守って紹介したものとみなします。 Required Skills: Preferred Skills: Analytical Reasoning, Clinical Research and Regulations, Clinical Trials Operations, Communication, Developing Others, Healthcare Trends, Inclusive Leadership, Leadership, Medical Affairs, Medical Communications, Medical Compliance, Product Strategies, Quality Assurance (QA), Research Proposals, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Thinking, Team Management

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