Senior Director, Oncology Discovery & Strategy

Johnson & Johnson Co.; Beerse; On-site; EUR 182,000 - 314,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Vacation days

Parental leave

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson seeks a Senior/Executive Director to lead Discovery Oncology, guiding the oncology discovery research portfolio from concept to clinical entry. You will shape strategy for solid tumor indications and oversee a global team of scientists across multiple sites.

You will partner with senior leadership, external collaborators, and business development to advance assets, while driving talent development and high scientific standards.

Qualifications

• PhD in Oncology with substantial leadership in drug discovery.
• Proven track record leading cross-functional oncology teams.
• Strong publication and scientific leadership credentials.

Responsibilities

• Leads a global group of 15–30 scientists, guiding science with quality and rigor.
• Defines the scientific strategy for solid tumor indications and portfolio assets.
• Manages resources and collaborations across labs and external partners.
• Provides talent development, coaching, and budget guidance.

Skills

Leadership experience

Strategic thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Scientific communication

Education

PhD in Oncology

15+ years drug discovery leadership

Tools

Laboratory techniques

Job description

Johnson & Johnson seeks a Senior/Executive Director to lead Discovery Oncology, guiding the oncology discovery research portfolio from concept to clinical entry. You will shape strategy for solid tumor indications and oversee a global team of scientists across multiple sites.

You will partner with senior leadership, external collaborators, and business development to advance assets, while driving talent development and high scientific standards.