Sr. Manager, MedTech Q&C Communications

Biopharma Careers; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 122,000 - 213,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Parental Leave

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Senior Manager, MedTech Quality Communications to lead development of quality-related communications for the MedTech Quality Organization. Based in Irvine, CA or New Brunswick, NJ, you will partner with cross‑functional teams to craft messages that protect and enhance the company’s reputation.

You will work with the VP and Chief Quality Officer on strategic engagements, ensuring timely delivery of communications across regions and functions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, or a related field.
• 8+ years in a communications or public relations role, healthcare/MedTech preferred.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality-related communications for the MedTech Quality function.
• Develop messaging and materials to protect and enhance company reputation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to convey quality stories to stakeholders.
• Support MedTech Chief Quality Officer on strategic speaking engagements.
• Coordinate with global Quality and Communications leaders on opportunities, issues, milestones, audits.
• Maintain consistency in quality communications across MedTech.
• Monitor the competitive landscape for quality issues and policy actions.

Skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, or related field

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:

Communications & Corporate/External Affairs

Job Sub Function:

Internal Communications

Job Category:

People Leader

All Job Posting Locations:

Irvine, California, United States of America, New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States of America

Job Description:

Are you an experienced Communications/PR professional looking for a unique and exciting opportunity to make a significant impact? Look no further! We are searching for the best talent for Sr. Manager, MedTech Q&C Communications to join our MedTech Quality Organization located in Irvine, CA or New Brunswick, NJ.

A pre-identified candidate for consideration has been identified. However, all applications will be considered.

At Johnson & Johnson, we are dedicated to shaping the future of healthcare. As the Senior Manager, MedTech Quality Communications, you will play an important role in driving our communication strategies for the quality function of our MedTech business. This is a critical position where you will join a high-performing team and collaborate with cross-functional partners to lead the development of quality-related communications to help protect and enhance company reputation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Reporting to the VP, MedTech Quality Transformation Office, this role will lead the management and execution of our MedTech quality-related communications. This will include, but not limited to:
• Lead the development of quality-related communication messaging and materials to help protect and enhance company reputation.
• Collaborate with teams from different businesses, regions, and functions to elevate our quality story and effectively convey important information to key internal and external stakeholders.
• Partner closely and support our MedTech Chief Quality Officer on strategic speaking engagements and external communications.
• Work with global Quality and Communications leaders for day-to-day management and coordination related to quality-related opportunities, issues, milestones, and audits.
• Ensure consistency in communications approach across MedTech and maintain knowledge of all quality communications.
• Monitor the competitive landscape for quality issues and advancements as well as potential risk and policy actions.
• Compete in a fast-paced environment to ensure timely delivery of all communication materials.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, or a related field. Equivalent experience will also be considered.
• Proven track record of at least 8 years in a communications or public relations role, preferably in the healthcare or MedTech industry.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft impactful messages for different audiences.
• Strong understanding of the MedTech landscape and the ability to translate complex scientific concepts into compelling communications.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to effectively prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Change management expertise, with the ability to address organizational change challenges.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, fostering a cooperative work environment.
• Ambitious and self-motivated, with a passion for driving innovation and positive change in the healthcare industry.
• 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.

Preferred Skills:

• Brand Reputation Management
• Business Data Analysis
• Communications Measurement
• Continuous Improvement
• Copy Editing
• Corporate Communications Management
• Corporate Communications Strategy
• Corporate Management
• Cultural Competence
• Developing Others
• Inclusive Leadership
• Internal Communications
• Leadership
• Media Relations
• Relationship Building
• Researching
• Social Awareness
• Team Management
• Voice-Of-Employee

Salary:

The anticipated base pay range for this position is$122,000.00 - $212,750.00

Additional Description for Pay Transparency:

• 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)).
• 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

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

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.

Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopaedics business to establish a standalone orthopaedics company, operating as DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months, subject to legal requirements, including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies, as may be required, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals.

Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes and your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans.In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by DePuy Synthes at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.

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