Senior R&D Scientist Surgical Vision

Biopharma Careers; Groningen; Hybrid; EUR 54,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson's MedTech Vision team in Groningen seeks a Sr. R&D Scientist to lead design, testing and validation of intraocular lenses and optical metrology.

You will collaborate across cross-functional teams and external institutes to advance next-generation vision solutions. The role requires a PhD or MS/BS in Optics, Physics or Vision Science with 3+ years of relevant experience, strong optical design skills (Zemax/OSLO) and a track record in research and product development.

Qualifications

• BS/MS/PhD in Optics, Physics or Vision Science.
• Proficient in optical design and analysis.
• Experience with medical device development is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Participate in design and validation of intraocular lenses and optical metrology.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external institutes.
• Develop and execute protocols and reports for optical testing.
• Stay updated on competitive products and technology trends.
• Contribute to independent research tasks within European institutes.

Skills

Optical design

Cross-functional teamwork

Data analysis

Education

BS/MS/PhD in Optics/Physics/Vision Science

Tools

Zemax

OSLO

Job description

Johnson & JohnsonPosted October 9, 2026# Senior R&D Scientist Surgical VisionGroningen, Netherlands Full timeDrug Discovery & Preclinical Research SeniorNotify me about similar jobsView Full Job & Apply at Johnson & JohnsonJohnson & Johnson is the source of truth for this posting and owns the application process. We surface normalized context and market comparison you won't find on the original listing.## About this opportunityAt 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:**Discovery & Pre-Clinical/Clinical Development**Job Sub Function:**Biological Research**Job Category:**Scientific/Technology**All Job Posting Locations:**Groningen, Netherlands**Job Description:****Sr. R&D Scientist**2-Year contract with intention of extending.**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 Vision**Are you passionate about improving and expanding the possibilities of vision treatments? Ready to join a team that’s reimagining how vision is improved? Our Vision team solves the toughest health challenges. Help combine cutting-edge insights, science, technology, and people to encourage eye care professionals and patients to proactively protect, correct and enhance healthy sight for life. Our products and services address these needs – from the pediatric to aging eye – in a patient’s lifetime.Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech**AMO Groningen BV** is specialized in the development, improvement and manufacturing of state-of-the-art surgical ophthalmic products, mainly intraocular lenses. The facility consists of small and integrated Research, Development and Manufacturing teams that have strong track records.**We are searching for the best talent for Sr. R&D Scientist** for our JnJ Surgical Vision located in Groningen, Netherlands.**Purpose:** The **Sr. R&D Scientist** may be responsible for entire projects or processes within a job area, and is involved in the design, execution, and/or reporting of clinical trials and or studies.**You will be responsible for:**Participate in the development of new concepts for unique medical devices from ideation to market phase.Support and participate in design and development of new intraocular lenses and new optical metrology for testing intraocular lenses.Develop test methods and validation systems to characterize new and existing intraocular lenses.Support requirements development, documentation of design, writing and execution of protocols and reports.Stay current with the status of competitive products, with cutting-edge medical device industry and with technological trends to ensure innovative product design. Investigate and evaluate existing technologies.You will contribute to multi-disciplinary research teams and will be responsible for conducting independent research tasks with European research institutes.Work closely within a cross-functional team, with senior research staff, and also with research institutes and R&D groups in USA.**Qualifications / Requirements:**BS/MS/PhD in Optics, Physics or Vision SciencePreferably 3 or more years of relevant experienceProficient in optical design principles, using Zemax, OSLO or other design tools to design and simulate optical systemsDemonstrated research experience and interest in technology development**Required Skills:****Preferred Skills:**Analytical Reasoning, Clinical Data Management, Communication, Data Analysis, Data Compilation, Data Savvy, Design of Experiments (DOE), Drug Discovery Development, Innovation, Molecular Diagnostics, Pharmaceutical Microbiology, Product Knowledge, Project Management, Scientific Research, Technologically Savvy**The anticipated base pay range for this position is:**€53,500.00 - €85,445.00**Benefits:**In addition to base pay, we offer the following benefits\\*: an annual bonus with set target (% of pay) depending on pay grade / location, where the actual amount is based on the employees’ and companies’ performance of the previous calendar year, or sales commissions. Moreover, we offer vacation days, parental leave for a minimum of 12 weeks, bereavement leave, caregiver leave, volunteer leave, well-being reimbursement, programs for financial, physical and mental health. We also offer service anniversary and recognition awards, and subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees - and in some location’s eligible dependents - can participate in several insurance plans. For more information, visit Employee benefits | Supporting well-being & career growth | Johnson & Johnson Careers.\\*This is for informative purposes only. Amounts and actual benefits may vary by location and are subject to change.