Director, Strategy & Operations DSDH

Johnson & Johnson; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 164,000 - 283,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Director of Strategy & Operations within the Data Science & Digital Health (DSDH) Strategy & Operations team. You will synthesize external AI and digital health trends to inform leadership and external communications, reporting to the Chief Data Science Officer.

Collaborating with internal teams and external ecosystems, you will translate market signals into strategic narratives, develop thought leadership content, and ensure messaging alignment across stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree (Master’s preferred; PhD a plus) in Life Sciences, Computational Biology, Data Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in strategy, management consulting, or insight-driven roles in healthcare, life sciences, or technology.
• Consulting background strongly preferred (e.g., McKinsey, BCG, or similar firms with digital, AI, or analytics strategy practices).
• Strong biological and/or computational background enabling deep engagement with AI and data science topics.
• Deep familiarity with the external AI and data science landscape.

Responsibilities

• Develop and curate strategic content by synthesizing internal deliverables, partner outcomes, and thought leadership, and adapting narratives for multiple stakeholder audiences.
• Act as a strategic connector between internal execution and the external AI ecosystem, translating real-time market trends and external discourse into actionable insights and aligned messaging.
• Monitor and synthesize external trends across data science, AI, and digital health in the life sciences.
• Translate external signals into strategic insights for DSDH leadership.
• Generate high-quality strategic content leveraging internal projects, publications, and outcomes.
• Connect DSDH work to broader industry direction and emerging conversations.
• Develop externally informed case studies and strategic narratives for multiple audiences.
• Adapt content for different stakeholder groups, including internal leadership and enterprise partners.
• Partner closely with a peer Director focused on internal strategy to ensure consistent, aligned messaging.
• Maintain stakeholder mapping to tailor communications and positioning.

Skills

Agility Jumps

Executive communication

Strategic storytelling

Stakeholder management

Project management

Data science awareness

Education

Master's degree preferred

PhD a plus

Job description

At Johnson & Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,where treatments are smarter and less invasive, andsolutions 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

Project/Program Management Group

Job Sub Function

R&D Project Management

Job Category

Professional

All Job Posting Locations

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States of America, La Jolla, California, United States of America, New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States of America, Spring House, Pennsylvania, United States of America, Titusville, New Jersey, United States of America

Job Description

About Innovative Medicine

Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science-based advancements. Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing the medicines of tomorrow.

Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way.

Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/innovative-medicine

We are recruiting a Director of Strategy & Operations to join the Data Science & Digital Health (DSDH) Strategy & Operations team.

This Director is responsible for bringing external insight into DSDH strategy and communications. The role connects internal work with the broader data science, AI, and digital health landscape, generating strategic content and real‑time insights that inform leadership thinking and internal narratives. The role directly supports the Chief Data Science Officer and Sr. Director, Strategy & Operations in externally informed strategic communications.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and curate strategic content by synthesizing internal deliverables, partner outcomes, and thought leadership, and adapting narratives for multiple stakeholder audiences.
• Act as a strategic connector between internal execution and the external AI ecosystem, translating real‑time market trends and external discourse into actionable insights and aligned messaging.
• Monitor and synthesize external trends across data science, AI, and digital health in the life sciences.
• Translate external signals into strategic insights for DSDH leadership.
• Generate high‑quality strategic content leveraging internal projects, publications, and outcomes.
• Connect DSDH work to broader industry direction and emerging conversations.
• Develop externally informed case studies and strategic narratives for multiple audiences.
• Adapt content for different stakeholder groups, including internal leadership and enterprise partners.
• Partner closely with a peer Director focused on internal strategy to ensure consistent, aligned messaging.
• Maintain stakeholder mapping to tailor communications and positioning.

Qualifications

Required

• Advanced degree (Master’s preferred; PhD a plus) in Life Sciences, Computational Biology, Data Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in strategy, management consulting, or insight‑driven roles in healthcare, life sciences, or technology.
• Consulting background strongly preferred (e.g., McKinsey, BCG, or similar firms with digital, AI, or analytics strategy practices).
• Strong biological and/or computational background enabling deep engagement with AI and data science topics.
• Deep familiarity with the external AI and data science landscape.
• Strong synthesis, storytelling, and executive communication skills.

Preferred

• Experience producing thought leadership, strategic content, or industry‑facing insights.
• Experience engaging with innovation ecosystems, partnerships, or industry forums.
• Familiarity with governance and responsible innovation principles.

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

• Agility Jumps
• Business Alignment
• Continuous Improvement
• Mentorship
• Performance Measurement
• Process Control
• Project Management
• Project Management Methodology (PMM)
• Project Management Office (PMO)
• Project Reporting
• Project Schedule
• Quality Control (QC)
• Research and Development
• Risk Management
• Tactical Planning
• Technical Credibility

Preferred Skills

• Agility Jumps
• Business Alignment
• Continuous Improvement
• Mentorship
• Performance Measurement
• Process Control
• Project Management
• Project Management Methodology (PMM)
• Project Management Office (PMO)
• Project Reporting
• Project Schedule
• Quality Control (QC)
• Research and Development
• Risk Management
• Tactical Planning
• Technical Credibility

The anticipated base pay range for this position is:

$164,000.00 - $282,900.00

Additional Description For Pay Transparency

Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees and/or eligible dependents are eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance. Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)). This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long‑term incentive program. 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 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 Condolence Leave – 30 days for an immediate family member: 5 days for an extended family member Caregiver Leave – 10 days Volunteer Leave – 4 days Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours Additional information can be found through the link below. https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits