Principal Scientist - Preclinical, Robotics & Digital Solutions - MedTech Surgery

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Cincinnati (OH)

On-site

USD 180,000 - 240,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Vacation 120 hours/year

Sick time 40 hours/year

Holiday pay 13 days/year

Parental Leave

Volunteer Leave

Military Spouse Time-Off

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Principal Scientist, Preclinical, Robotics & Digital Solutions in Cincinnati. The role is on-site and may require travel. You will shape preclinical plans for MedTech Surgery robotics and interact with regulators to advance product development and submissions.

The candidate will lead GLP and non-GLP studies, build cross-functional partnerships, and drive evidence generation across global teams to improve patient outcomes.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Biological Science or related discipline required.
Advanced degree (master’s or Ph.D.) preferred for seniority.
Experience with FDA 21 CFR part 58 (GLPs) desired.
8+ years in preclinical research and related science.

Responsibilities

Develops and delivers global preclinical evidence strategies aligned to R&D, Regulatory, and Commercial needs.
Ensures input from regional MedTech leads for evidence generation strategies.
Designs and supports studies to meet pre-market and post-market needs.
Plans and executes preclinical animal studies for safety and performance; includes IACUC protocols.

Skills

Clinical Evaluations

Coaching

Critical Thinking

Drug Discovery Development

Entrepreneurship

Good Clinical Practice

Leadership

Medicines and Device Development

Organizing

Regulatory Affairs Management

Relationship Building

Research Documents

Safety-Oriented

Scientific Research

Standard Scientific Processes

Strategic Change

Study Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biological Science

Master’s or Ph.D. preferred

Tools

GLP SOPs

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. 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

Clinical Development & Research – Non-MD

Job Category

Scientific/Technology

All Job Posting Locations

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America

Job Description

About Surgery

Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments. Are you passionate about improving and expanding the possibilities of MedTech surgery? Ready to join a team that’s reimagining how we heal? Our MedTech Surgery team will give you the chance to deliver surgical technologies and solutions to surgeons and healthcare professionals around the world. Your contributions will help effectively treat some of the world’s most prevalent conditions such as obesity, cardiovascular disease and cancer. Patients are waiting. Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://jnjmedtech.com

We are searching for the best talent for a Principal Scientist, Preclinical, Robotics & Digital Solutions, located in Cincinnati, Ohio. This will be an on‑site position and we are open to candidates willing to relocate. This role may require up to 15% domestic and international travel.

Purpose

This position has the unique opportunity to support Preclinical activities within the Johnson & Johnson MedTech Surgery Robotics program. Johnson & Johnson MedTech has been working to make surgery better for more than a century. With substantial breadth and depth in surgical technologies, orthopedic and interventional solutions, we aspire to improve and enhance medical care for people worldwide. Together, we are working to shape the future of health through differentiated products and services. Johnson & Johnson’s long‑term vision is to use digital technology as part of a holistic approach to surgery across the episode of care to enhance surgical efficiency, promote better clinical outcomes and increase patient satisfaction.

You will be responsible for

Develops and delivers appropriate global preclinical evidence generation strategies aligned to R&D, Regulatory, and Commercial needs
Ensures input and strong alignment from key regional MedTech leads and other strategically important countries/regions in the development of the preclinical and clinical evidence generation strategies
Contributes and supports the design of appropriate studies to meet pre-market and post-market needs
Designs, plans and executes preclinical animal studies for the assessment of safety, performance, and effectiveness; includes study and IACUC protocol development and final reports
Acts as Study Director as defined in 21 CFR part 58 for GLP and non-GLP studies
Assesses, communicates, and manages the risks associated to the preclinical evaluation of products
Ensures appropriate interpretation and dissemination of all evidence generated, based on evidence dissemination strategy, including study reports, abstracts, manuscripts, etc.
Supports preclinical scientific discussions with regulatory agencies / notified bodies to drive support of the preclinical, and regulatory strategy, including proposed studies; review process of evidence generated for marketing authorization, line extensions, etc., including during sponsor regulatory inspections
Demonstrates the ability to influence, shape and lead teams and work effectively in a team‑oriented environment that embraces ownership and accountability for innovation, change, risk, and flexibility
Builds successful relationships internally and develop partnerships with key business partners and customers/investigators
For those who supervise or manage a staff, ensure 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

Qualifications / Requirements

A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Biological Science or a related discipline is required. An advanced degree (master’s or Ph.D.) is preferred
Working knowledge and application of FDA 21 CFR part 58 (GLPs)
A minimum of 8 years of related scientific / technical experience within preclinical research is required
Experience in preclinical science and processes along with an understanding of medical device development processes, related healthcare market environment, and preclinical regulations is required
Proven track record of contributing to preclinical programs on time, within budget and in compliance to SOPs and regulations is required
Experience working in a GLP environment and direct experience executing preclinical GLP studies
Understanding of good documentation practices
Familiarity with animal welfare regulations and IACUC
Experience in support of global regulatory submissions for medical devices, [including IDE/De Novo/510(k)] and/or their global counterparts)
May require up to 15% domestic and international travel

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.

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

For more information on how we support the whole health of our employees throughout their wellness, career and life journey, please visit www.careers.jnj.com.

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.

If you are under 18 years of age you (the candidate) may need to obtain the necessary working papers or other documentation required by state law to start the assignment, as well as get a parent’s consent for the background check.

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