Senior Scientist, Clinical Science IMM

6084-Janssen Research & Development, LLC Legal Entity; Spring House (PA); On-site; USD 109,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

Sick time

Holiday pay

Time off for work, personal and family

Parental leave

Bereavement leave

Caregiver leave

Volunteer leave

Military Spouse Time-Off

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Senior Clinical Scientist to support clinical research activities within the therapeutic area. You will collaborate with physicians, scientists, and cross-functional teams to develop and execute clinical studies, review data, and assist in regulatory documentation.

The role emphasizes strong communication, project management, and the ability to work in a matrixed environment, with travel anticipated domestically and internationally about 10% of the time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or related discipline is required
• An advanced degree (MS/PhD/ PharmD) is preferred
• At least 1 year of relevant clinical research and development experience
• Understanding of regulatory guidelines and ICH‑GCP
• Proficiency with MS Office; familiarity with AI and clinical trial management software is advantageous
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English; strong collaborative skills

Responsibilities

• Assist with executing clinical strategies for trial protocols within the development plan
• Support clinical trials including study initiation, data monitoring, and closeout activities
• Provide training on study protocols and disease evaluation criteria
• Review aggregate and participant-level data; draft patient narratives for adverse events
• Support data monitoring with analysis, documentation and reporting per plan
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to support overarching product development goals
• Develop relationships with internal and external stakeholders; engage CROs as needed
• Review relevant medical literature to support trial execution

Skills

Clinical data management

Clinical evaluations

Coaching

Critical thinking

Data savvy

Drug discovery development

Ethical and participant safety

GCP (Good Clinical Practice)

Industry analysis

Medicines and device development anda

Regulatory affairs management

Relationship building

Research documents

Safety-oriented

Scientific research

Standard scientific processes

Technologically savvy

Education

Bachelor's degree in a scientific or related discipline

Advanced degree (MS, PharmD, PhD) preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

AI in clinical trials software

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.

Job Function

Discovery & Pre-Clinical/Clinical Development

Job Sub Function

Clinical Development & Research – Non-MD

Job Category

Scientific/Technology

All Job Posting Locations

Spring House, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Position Summary

The Senior Clinical Scientist, Clinical Science is responsible for supporting clinical research activities within the therapeutic area. This position involves close collaboration with Study Responsible Physicians, Study Responsible Scientists, Clinical Leads, and other cross‑functional team members to contribute to the development and execution of clinical studies. Responsibilities include supporting the development of clinical trial protocols and study materials, performing medical data review, and assisting in the preparation of clinical study reports and regulatory documents. This role requires effective collaboration within a matrixed organizational structure, emphasizing strong communication and teamwork across diverse disciplines to support the successful execution of clinical trials.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with the execution of clinical strategies for clinical trial protocols of the clinical development plan, ensuring compliance with scientific, organizational and regulatory standards.
• Assist to support clinical trials, including study initiation, medical data monitoring, and closeout activities.
• Assist with providing training on study protocol, disease evaluation criteria, and other essential components to enhance the understanding of clinical development processes.
• Collaborate with Study Responsible Scientists and Study Responsible Physicians to review aggregate and participant‑level data, analyze clinical laboratory results, and draft patient narratives for adverse events within the context of study endpoints.
• Support medical data monitoring activities in partnership with Study Responsible Scientist and Study Responsible Physician, including the evaluation, documentation, and reporting of ongoing clinical trial data per defined medical data review plan.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional partners to support clinical strategies with overall product development goals.
• Develop and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including cross‑functional trial teams, and external partners/vendors (e.g. CRO).
• May review relevant medical literature in support of clinical trial execution.

Education and Experience

A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a scientific or related discipline is required. An advanced degree (e.g., MS, PharmD, PhD) is preferred. Requires at least 1 year of relevant experience in clinical research and development within the pharmaceutical industry, biotech, CRO, or equivalent. Understanding of regulatory guidelines and Good Clinical Practice (ICH‑GCP). Ability to survey and interpret scientific literature related to specific projects effectively. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, and familiarity with generative artificial intelligence and clinical trial management software are advantageous. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; ability to effectively present information to the stakeholders. Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative approach to working within cross‑functional and global matrix teams. Good organizational skills with the ability to multi‑task and prioritize assignments. Proven analytical and problem‑solving capabilities, with a detail‑oriented mindset. Ability to proactively identify study level issues/discussions that require escalation. Ability to handle study projects and meet deadlines, even under pressure. Strong project and time management skills. Willingness to travel domestically and internationally, approximately 10%, as required by project needs. A commitment to maintaining high ethical standards and fostering a culture of inclusivity in the workplace.

Skills

Required Skills: Preferred Skills: Clinical Data Management, Clinical Evaluations, Coaching, Critical Thinking, Data Savvy, Drug Discovery Development, Ethical and Participant Safety Considerations, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Industry Analysis, Medicines and Device Development and Regulation, Regulatory Affairs Management, Relationship Building, Research Documents, Safety‑Oriented, Scientific Research, Standard Scientific Processes and Procedures, Technologically Savvy

Pay and Benefits

The anticipated base pay range for this position is : $109,000.00 - $174,800.00 Additional Description for Pay Transparency: ubject 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)). The anticipated pay range for this position is $109,000 - $175,000 This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long‑term incentive program.

• 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 additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: - https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits