Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine
Associate Director, External Innovation Strategic Assessment - Data Science & Di
Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine, Cambridge, Massachusetts, us, 02140
Associate Director, External Innovation Strategic Assessment - Data Science & Digital Health
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.
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https://www.jnj.com
Project/Program Management Group R&D Project Management Professional
Job Function:
Project/Program Management Group Job Sub Function:
R&D Project Management Job Category:
Professional
Preferred Location: Cambridge, MA; Titusville, NJ or Spring House, PA. Remote work considered on a case‑by‑case basis.
Description:
The Associate Director, External Innovation Strategic Assessment (Data Science & Digital Health) will play a critical role in identifying and evaluating AI/ML technologies with the potential to drive transformative impact across JJM R&D. This research‑intensive position focuses on deep technical analysis, conducting comprehensive landscaping of emerging technologies, producing clear and actionable assessments, and supporting both rapid and long‑term strategic evaluations.
Responsibilities:
Conduct thorough landscaping and assessment of AI/ML trends and technologies for differentiation, quality, scalability, and utility for JJM R&D.
Deliver both rapid assessments and longer‑term strategic reviews of external technologies and opportunities.
Participate in detailed technical due diligence of potential external collaborators, providing insights to support decision‑making.
Develop and present findings tailored to different audiences—ranging from concise summaries to detailed technical reports.
Collaborate with DSDH (Data Science & Digital Health) AI/ML External Innovation, R&D Data Science & Digital Health leadership, and across R&D to shape overall strategic direction based on rigorous technical evaluation.
Collaborate effectively with senior leaders, scientists, and cross‑functional teams in J&J.
Requirements:
PhD or MA within a relevant discipline such as Computer Science, Statistics, Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence, Physics, Mathematics, Biomedical Engineering, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, or Biology.
5 years relevant experience.
Extremely engaged with tracking and analyzing the latest developments in AI/ML for life sciences R&D.
Strong interdisciplinary fluency across scientific and computational domains (“bilingual” capability).
Excellent strategic thinking, business acumen, and communication skills.
Proven ability to synthesize complex technical information into clear, actionable insights, as well as detailed technical reports.
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.
Thank you for your interest. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please contact us at
https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers .
The anticipated base pay range for this position is: $137,000 - $235,750
Benefits:
Employees are eligible to participate in the company’s medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance programs. Participation in the company’s consolidated retirement plan (401(k)) and long‑term incentive program is also available. Employees are eligible for vacation, sick time, holiday pay, parental leave, and additional benefits as described in the company benefit handbook.
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Learn more at
https://www.jnj.com
Project/Program Management Group R&D Project Management Professional
Job Function:
Project/Program Management Group Job Sub Function:
R&D Project Management Job Category:
Professional
Preferred Location: Cambridge, MA; Titusville, NJ or Spring House, PA. Remote work considered on a case‑by‑case basis.
Description:
The Associate Director, External Innovation Strategic Assessment (Data Science & Digital Health) will play a critical role in identifying and evaluating AI/ML technologies with the potential to drive transformative impact across JJM R&D. This research‑intensive position focuses on deep technical analysis, conducting comprehensive landscaping of emerging technologies, producing clear and actionable assessments, and supporting both rapid and long‑term strategic evaluations.
Responsibilities:
Conduct thorough landscaping and assessment of AI/ML trends and technologies for differentiation, quality, scalability, and utility for JJM R&D.
Deliver both rapid assessments and longer‑term strategic reviews of external technologies and opportunities.
Participate in detailed technical due diligence of potential external collaborators, providing insights to support decision‑making.
Develop and present findings tailored to different audiences—ranging from concise summaries to detailed technical reports.
Collaborate with DSDH (Data Science & Digital Health) AI/ML External Innovation, R&D Data Science & Digital Health leadership, and across R&D to shape overall strategic direction based on rigorous technical evaluation.
Collaborate effectively with senior leaders, scientists, and cross‑functional teams in J&J.
Requirements:
PhD or MA within a relevant discipline such as Computer Science, Statistics, Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence, Physics, Mathematics, Biomedical Engineering, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, or Biology.
5 years relevant experience.
Extremely engaged with tracking and analyzing the latest developments in AI/ML for life sciences R&D.
Strong interdisciplinary fluency across scientific and computational domains (“bilingual” capability).
Excellent strategic thinking, business acumen, and communication skills.
Proven ability to synthesize complex technical information into clear, actionable insights, as well as detailed technical reports.
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.
Thank you for your interest. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please contact us at
https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers .
The anticipated base pay range for this position is: $137,000 - $235,750
Benefits:
Employees are eligible to participate in the company’s medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance programs. Participation in the company’s consolidated retirement plan (401(k)) and long‑term incentive program is also available. Employees are eligible for vacation, sick time, holiday pay, parental leave, and additional benefits as described in the company benefit handbook.
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