Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine
Associate Director, Digital Transformation & Operational Execution Lead
Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine, Spring House, Pennsylvania, United States, 19477
Overview
Associate Director, Digital Transformation & Operational Execution Lead Remote role available in all states within the United States. Travel up to 20% may be required. Job Description
About Innovative Medicine: Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science-based advancements. Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing the medicines of tomorrow. Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/innovative-medicine This role serves as a strategic digital leader driving technology-enabled modernization across the Preclinical Sciences and Translational Safety (PSTS) group. The Associate Director will lead the design, implementation, and governance of digital solutions that enable automation, data integration, and analytics. The candidate should have a strong background in information technology, data platforms, and digital transformation, with an understanding of related business processes and cybersecurity. Responsibilities include bridging IT, scientific operations, and business strategy to build scalable, compliant, and future-ready digital ecosystems that enhance decision-making, operational excellence, and user experience. You Will Be Responsible For
Digital Transformation Strategy
Establish frameworks for digital governance, cybersecurity, and data integrity aligned with GxP and 21 CFR Part 11 compliance for internal and externalized research activities. Lead the end-to-end digital strategy for the PSTS organization, aligning initiatives with enterprise R&D digital priorities and business outcomes. Identify and deploy emerging technologies—such as AI/ML, automation, data lakes, laboratory digitization, and cloud-native architectures—to enhance scientific productivity and collaboration. Partner with IT, Data Science, and Informatics teams to architect integrated solutions that streamline data flow from discovery through translational safety and regulatory reporting. Drive digital maturity assessments and develop actionable roadmaps to advance the PSTS department’s digital capabilities. Implementation & Operational Excellence
Oversee the implementation of digital platforms, including ELNs, LIMS, laboratory automation, and data visualization tools. Lead multi-functional project teams to deliver complex digital solutions, ensuring stakeholder engagement, system validation, and seamless integration with enterprise infrastructure. Partner with business process owners to optimize workflows and leverage automation, RPA, and analytics for efficiency gains and data-driven decision-making. Define operational metrics and KPIs to measure adoption, ROI, and continuous improvement of digital systems. Manage vendor relationships and technology partnerships, ensuring system interoperability, scalability, and cost-effectiveness. Ensure digital platforms are designed with a user-centric approach, incorporating structured requirements gathering, intuitive UI/UX design, and iterative feedback to optimize scientific workflows. Cross-Functional Collaboration & Change Enablement
Act as the primary liaison between PSTS leadership, IT, and data governance teams to ensure alignment of digital initiatives. Drive cultural transformation by promoting digital literacy, user adoption, and agile implementation practices across the scientific community. Partner with Data Governance and AI/ML teams to ensure data quality, standardization, and FAIR data practices. Develop communication and change management strategies to build enthusiasm and accountability for digital adoption. Qualifications / Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical field is required. Minimum of 8-10 years of experience leading digital transformation or IT initiatives (preferably in pharmaceutical, biotech, or regulated life science industries). Proven success in implementing large-scale digital platforms (ELN, LIMS, ERP, or data integration systems). Strong understanding of cloud computing, data architecture, and systems integration (e.g., AWS, Azure, Snowflake, API frameworks). Experience managing IT projects under regulatory compliance. Demonstrated leadership in stakeholder management, change enablement, and cross-functional program delivery. Excellent communication and influencing skills across technical and scientific domains. Strategic thinker with operational execution excellence—able to translate vision into actionable, measurable outcomes. Travel up to 20% (domestic & international). Preferred
Background or exposure to life sciences or pharmaceutical R&D environments. Expertise in digital strategy development, enterprise architecture, and process automation. Proficiency with data management, analytics platforms, and AI/ML implementation. Strong project management skills with ability to manage technical and business stakeholders. The anticipated base pay range for this position in the US is $137,000 to $235,000. The Company maintains highly competitive, performance-based compensation programs. This position is eligible for an annual performance bonus. Bonuses are discretionary. Employees and/or eligible dependents may participate in medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, and other benefits. Participation in retirement plans (pension and 401(k)) is available. See https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits for details. Employees are eligible for time-off benefits: Vacation, Sick time, Holidays, Work, Personal and Family Time. See the benefits page for details. This job posting is anticipated to close on October 23, 2025; the Company may extend the posting period. 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, or protected veteran status. We provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request.
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Associate Director, Digital Transformation & Operational Execution Lead Remote role available in all states within the United States. Travel up to 20% may be required. Job Description
About Innovative Medicine: Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science-based advancements. Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing the medicines of tomorrow. Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/innovative-medicine This role serves as a strategic digital leader driving technology-enabled modernization across the Preclinical Sciences and Translational Safety (PSTS) group. The Associate Director will lead the design, implementation, and governance of digital solutions that enable automation, data integration, and analytics. The candidate should have a strong background in information technology, data platforms, and digital transformation, with an understanding of related business processes and cybersecurity. Responsibilities include bridging IT, scientific operations, and business strategy to build scalable, compliant, and future-ready digital ecosystems that enhance decision-making, operational excellence, and user experience. You Will Be Responsible For
Digital Transformation Strategy
Establish frameworks for digital governance, cybersecurity, and data integrity aligned with GxP and 21 CFR Part 11 compliance for internal and externalized research activities. Lead the end-to-end digital strategy for the PSTS organization, aligning initiatives with enterprise R&D digital priorities and business outcomes. Identify and deploy emerging technologies—such as AI/ML, automation, data lakes, laboratory digitization, and cloud-native architectures—to enhance scientific productivity and collaboration. Partner with IT, Data Science, and Informatics teams to architect integrated solutions that streamline data flow from discovery through translational safety and regulatory reporting. Drive digital maturity assessments and develop actionable roadmaps to advance the PSTS department’s digital capabilities. Implementation & Operational Excellence
Oversee the implementation of digital platforms, including ELNs, LIMS, laboratory automation, and data visualization tools. Lead multi-functional project teams to deliver complex digital solutions, ensuring stakeholder engagement, system validation, and seamless integration with enterprise infrastructure. Partner with business process owners to optimize workflows and leverage automation, RPA, and analytics for efficiency gains and data-driven decision-making. Define operational metrics and KPIs to measure adoption, ROI, and continuous improvement of digital systems. Manage vendor relationships and technology partnerships, ensuring system interoperability, scalability, and cost-effectiveness. Ensure digital platforms are designed with a user-centric approach, incorporating structured requirements gathering, intuitive UI/UX design, and iterative feedback to optimize scientific workflows. Cross-Functional Collaboration & Change Enablement
Act as the primary liaison between PSTS leadership, IT, and data governance teams to ensure alignment of digital initiatives. Drive cultural transformation by promoting digital literacy, user adoption, and agile implementation practices across the scientific community. Partner with Data Governance and AI/ML teams to ensure data quality, standardization, and FAIR data practices. Develop communication and change management strategies to build enthusiasm and accountability for digital adoption. Qualifications / Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical field is required. Minimum of 8-10 years of experience leading digital transformation or IT initiatives (preferably in pharmaceutical, biotech, or regulated life science industries). Proven success in implementing large-scale digital platforms (ELN, LIMS, ERP, or data integration systems). Strong understanding of cloud computing, data architecture, and systems integration (e.g., AWS, Azure, Snowflake, API frameworks). Experience managing IT projects under regulatory compliance. Demonstrated leadership in stakeholder management, change enablement, and cross-functional program delivery. Excellent communication and influencing skills across technical and scientific domains. Strategic thinker with operational execution excellence—able to translate vision into actionable, measurable outcomes. Travel up to 20% (domestic & international). Preferred
Background or exposure to life sciences or pharmaceutical R&D environments. Expertise in digital strategy development, enterprise architecture, and process automation. Proficiency with data management, analytics platforms, and AI/ML implementation. Strong project management skills with ability to manage technical and business stakeholders. The anticipated base pay range for this position in the US is $137,000 to $235,000. The Company maintains highly competitive, performance-based compensation programs. This position is eligible for an annual performance bonus. Bonuses are discretionary. Employees and/or eligible dependents may participate in medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, and other benefits. Participation in retirement plans (pension and 401(k)) is available. See https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits for details. Employees are eligible for time-off benefits: Vacation, Sick time, Holidays, Work, Personal and Family Time. See the benefits page for details. This job posting is anticipated to close on October 23, 2025; the Company may extend the posting period. 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, or protected veteran status. We provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request.
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