Trauma Product & Pipeline Communications Lead

Brighter Signals; Raritan (NJ); On-site; USD 122,000 - 213,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Sr. Manager, Product/Pipeline Communications – Trauma, to translate portfolio priorities and clinical evidence into integrated, compliant communications that drive product adoption and growth.

You will collaborate with Marketing, R&D, Medical Affairs, and Regulatory to develop clear narratives and compelling campaigns. The role requires 8–10 years in medical communications, strong leadership, and the ability to manage agencies and multiple projects in a matrixed

Qualifications

• Minimum 8–10 years of progressive experience in communications, marketing communications, or corporate communications.
• Experience leading product and/or pipeline communications for complex portfolios.
• Ability to translate technical/clinical concepts into clear messaging.
• Proven success in matrixed, cross-functional environments with independence and accountability.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• Experience managing agencies, vendors, and multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop communications strategies informed by customer insights and business priorities to strengthen differentiation and adoption for the Trauma portfolio.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to implement high-impact activations and compelling pipeline storytelling.
• Lead integrated communications across earned, owned, shared, and paid channels (media, digital, social, executive thought leadership).
• Ensure all communications are accurate, compliant with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
• Manage agencies and external vendors to deliver high-quality activations on time and within budget.
• Support executive and leadership communications related to Trauma product innovation and milestones.
• Analyze performance metrics and stakeholder feedback to continuously improve effectiveness.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Written communication

Verbal communication

Agency management

Strategic communications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Business, Life Sciences, or related field

Master’s degree (MBA, MA in Communications, or similar)

Job description

Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Sr. Manager, Product/Pipeline Communications – Trauma, to translate portfolio priorities and clinical evidence into integrated, compliant communications that drive product adoption and growth.

You will collaborate with Marketing, R&D, Medical Affairs, and Regulatory to develop clear narratives and compelling campaigns. The role requires 8–10 years in medical communications, strong leadership, and the ability to manage agencies and multiple projects in a matrixed