Associate Director, Clinical Science & External Research(Neurovascular)

Johnson & Johnson Co.

Irvine (CA)

On-site

USD 137,000 - 236,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Vacation time

Parental Leave

Holiday pay

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson in Irvine, CA is seeking a CSER Associate Director to lead end-to-end evidence generation and dissemination strategies for the Neurovascular portfolio. You will oversee publication development with cross-functional teams, mentor staff, and manage investigator-sponsored studies, ensuring high-quality scientific communication and timely execution.

The role requires a Master’s with 10+ years or PhD/MD/PharmD with 8+ years, plus 1–2 years of people management.

Qualifications

Master's degree with at least 10 years of clinical, medical affairs or related technical experience.
PhD/MD/ PharmD with at least 8 years industry/academic research experience preferred.
At least 1–2 years of people management experience is required.

Responsibilities

Leads end-to-end evidence generation and dissemination strategy for assigned portfolio.
Leads publication development in partnership with Clinical Research, Biostatistics and physician authors.
Provides input to publications and to study protocols as needed.
Manages training and dissemination plans for scientific communications.
Mentors CSER staff as needed.
Supports congress planning and scientific sessions coverage.

Skills

Scientific leadership

Influence & communication

Project management

Strategic thinking

Biostatistics knowledge

Publication planning

Education

Master's degree with 10+ years experience

PhD/MD/PharmD with 8+ years experience

Job description

Job Function: Discovery & Pre-Clinical/Clinical Development

Job Sub Function: Clinical Development & Research – Non-MD

Job Category: People Leader

All Job Posting Locations: Irvine, California, United States of America

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. 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. Neurovascular is part of Johnson & Johnson Medical Devices Companies, is a global leader in neurovascular care. Our commitment to changing the trajectory of stroke is inspired by our long heritage and dedication to helping physicians protect people from a lifetime of hardship. Neurovascular offers a broad portfolio of devices used in the endovascular treatment of hemorrhagic and ischemic stroke. The Clinical Science & External Research (CSER) Associate Director will drive end-to-end evidence generation and dissemination strategies (EGS/EDS). In collaboration with cross‑functional teams and research investigators, the CSER Associate Director will generate clinically relevant evidence for the company’s innovative pipeline that impact patient lives.

SECTION 2: DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Leads evidence generation and dissemination strategy for assigned product portfolio, including developing and implementing publication plan
Leads publication development in partnership with Clinical Research, Biostatistics and physician authors
Provides critical scientific input to publications
In partnership with cross‑function teams, develops and implements training and dissemination plans for scientific communication materials
Handles assigned investigator sponsored studies
Leads retrospective real‑world evidence (RWE) studies including developing study protocol and report for assigned studies
Provides input to company and investigator sponsored studies’ protocols as needed
Develops positive relationship with diverse cross‑functional teams including Medical Affairs, Health Economics and Market Access, Global Strategic Marketing, Biostatistics etc. to drive timely project's execution and success
Leads or participates in monthly literature review with global teams; performs literature review as needed to support evidence generation and dissemination strategies
Handles budget associated with assigned research and publication projects
Supports congress planning as needed including clinical booth activities and scientific sessions coverage
Mentors junior CSER staff as needed
Responsible for communicating business related issues or opportunities to next management level
Responsible for following all Company guidelines related to Health, Safety and Environmental practices as applicable
For those who supervise or manage a staff, responsible for ensuring that subordinates follow all Company guidelines related to Health, Safety and Environmental practices and that all resources needed to do so are available and in good condition, if applicable
Responsible for ensuring personal and Company compliance with all Federal, State, local and Company regulations, policies, and procedures
Performs other duties assigned as needed

SECTION 3: EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

A minimum of a Master's Degree with at least 10 years of clinical, medical affairs or related technical experience.
PhD/MD/ PharmD with at least 8 years industry/academic research experience preferred.
A minimum of 1-2 year people management related experience is required for this role.
A Life Science, Physical Science, Nursing, or Biological Science degree preferred.
Medical device experience, especially in neurovascular therapeutic experience highly preferred
Clinical research experience
Experience with medical writing and systematic literature review desired

SECTION 4: REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES and AFFILIATIONS

Strong scientific capabilities and research background, can think creatively to bring forth new insights and innovative ideas to grow external research collaborations leading to impactful publications.
Able to influence others along with strong written and oral communication skills
Advanced project management skills with the ability to balance multiple projects
Strategic mentality and critical analytical skill
Working knowledge of biostatistical methods
Successful experience in publication planning and development
Knowledge of Good Clinical Practices and ICMJE standard
Leadership in Evidence generation strategy
Other: This role is based in Irvine, CA, however remote candidates (in the US) may be considered.

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 federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers. Internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

Required Skills:

Preferred Skills:

The anticipated base pay range for this position is : $137,000.00 - $235,750.00

Additional Description for Pay Transparency:

Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:

Vacation –120 hours per calendar year
Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year
Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year
Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period10 days Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year

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