Head, Publication Operations, Global Medical Affairs

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 https://www.jnj.com.

Job Function: Medical Affairs
Group: Medical Writing
Category: People Leader

Locations: Allschwil, Basel-Country, Switzerland; Raritan, NJ, USA

Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Head of Publication Operations, Global Medical Affairs, based in Raritan, NJ, or Basel, Switzerland. This role may be posted under different requisition numbers across multiple countries to comply with local requirements.

While applications are welcome for all postings, it is recommended to focus on the specific country(s) that align with your preferred location(s):

• Raritan, NJ - Requisition Number: R-014982
• Basel, Switzerland – Requisition Number: R-017073

Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is inspired by patients, fueling our science-based advancements. Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/innovative-medicine.

The Head, Publications Operations, leads the publication team and serves as the subject matter expert for SOPs, GDLs, and compliance, driving publication excellence. The role involves strategic support, team management, budget oversight, SOP development, industry standards adherence, and representing the company at external forums.

Responsibilities include:

1. Partnering with therapeutic areas to support publication needs.
2. Managing publication team activities, projects, and priorities.
3. Overseeing publication operations budget, vendor management, and forecasting.
4. Owning and developing SOPs and Guidelines for publications.
5. Serving as a subject matter expert on publication standards and SOPs.
6. Promoting compliance and publication excellence within the company.
7. Participating in industry best practices and emerging trends, including AI use.
8. Representing the company at external publication forums.
9. Coaching, mentoring, and managing internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with at least 10 years of relevant pharmaceutical/scientific experience.
• PhD, PharmD, or Master’s degree with at least 8 years of relevant experience (preferred).
• Leadership experience in people management and budgets.
• Deep knowledge of industry standards (ICMJE, ISMPP, GPP).
• Excellent communication and data interpretation skills.
• Project management experience.
• Knowledge across therapeutic areas such as oncology, neuroscience, or immunology (preferred).

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. We support an inclusive interview process and accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request.