Medical Director, Project Physician, Clinical Development - Neuroscience/Alzheimer's

Johnson & Johnson; Titusville (FL); On-site; USD 194,000 - 335,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project Physician to join their Neuroscience team, tackling complex brain health challenges. This pivotal role involves developing and executing medical strategies for clinical programs, contributing to clinical trial protocols, and collaborating across various disciplines. The ideal candidate will possess an MD with relevant training, strong analytical and communication skills, and a passion for advancing healthcare solutions. Join a team dedicated to innovating treatments and improving patient outcomes in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Qualifications

• MD with relevant post-doctoral training and certification required.
• Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Develops clinical development plans and trial protocols.
• Responsible for medical monitoring and reporting.
• Collaborates with various scientific and business disciplines.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Critical Thinking

Communication Skills

Presentation Skills

Knowledge of Good Clinical Practices

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Education

MD or equivalent

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, 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 breakthroughs of tomorrow and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com

Job Function:

Discovery & Pre-Clinical/Clinical Development

Job Sub Function:

Clinical Development & Research – MD

Job Category:

People Leader

All Job Posting Locations:

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States of America; Raritan, New Jersey, United States of America; Titusville, New Jersey, United States of America

Job Description:

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.

Our Neuroscience team tackles the world’s toughest brain health challenges including multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, myasthenia gravis, epilepsy, major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and autism. This patient-focused team helps address some of the most complex diseases of our time.

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

Position Summary:

The Project Physician is a key member of a clinical team responsible for developing and executing medical strategies and overseeing the clinical and operational aspects of a complex compound program. They contribute actively to the clinical development plan, clinical trial protocols, and clinical study reports, and may be involved in regulatory filings. The role involves collaboration with various scientific and business disciplines, including project management, legal, quality assurance, clinical supplies, regulatory affairs, data management, medical writing, biostatistics, and others. The Project Physician may also evaluate scientific opportunities within the therapeutic area.

Essential Functions:

1. Responsible for medical monitoring, reporting, and company safety activities.
2. Develops clinical development plans, trial protocols, and owns clinical study reports.
3. Evaluates adverse events for relationship to treatment.
4. Assists Regulatory Affairs with compliance and reporting requirements.
5. Acts as a medical contact for health authorities concerning clinical/medical issues.
6. Prepares and interprets results of product research for regulatory submissions.
7. Collaborates with project teams across programs.

Other Responsibilities / Duties:

1. Supports regulatory strategies and explores new product ideas.
2. Involves in product evaluation, labeling, surveillance, and cross-functional team leadership.
3. Reviews medical literature and emerging technologies.
4. May review company advertising and promotional materials.

Education:

MD (or equivalent) with relevant post-doctoral training and certification.

Required Technical Knowledge and Skills:

• Fluent in written and spoken English.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practices and regulatory requirements.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Compensation:

The anticipated base pay range is $194,000 - $334,650. The position is eligible for performance-based bonuses and other benefits as detailed in the full job posting.