Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine
Vice President, Integrated Drug & Tech Discovery, Interventional Oncology
Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine, Raritan, New Jersey, us, 08869
Vice President, Integrated Drug & Tech Discovery, Interventional Oncology
Join Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine as Vice President, Integrated Drug & Tech Discovery, Interventional Oncology (INTO) across our North American sites in Spring House, PA; Raritan, NJ; and Boston, MA.
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.
Job Description The Vice President of Integrated Drug and Tech Discovery for Interventional Oncology will design and execute a cross‑disciplinary scientific strategy that integrates pharmaceutical discovery, translational research, and MedTech innovation to advance breakthrough intratumorally‑delivered drugs and associated procedures. This leader will operate at the forefront of oncology research, integrating advances in drug discovery, biomarkers, procedural technologies, and data‑driven tools to create new paradigms for patient care in Interventional Oncology.
Deep experience in oncology drug discovery and development, with a strong preference for expertise in Interventional Oncology, is required. The role demands a blend of scientific depth, entrepreneurial agility, and the ability to lead diverse teams spanning Pharma and MedTech disciplines.
Essential Functions
Strategic Leadership: Define and implement a global research agenda that advances innovation in Interventional Oncology, integrating pharmaceutical and MedTech capabilities into cohesive strategies.
Portfolio Development: Lead a team advancing a portfolio of interventional and immuno‑oncology assets into the clinic, with accountability for target identification, validation, and translation.
Device, Procedure, and Biomarker Integration: Drive the design and implementation of device, procedure, and biomarker strategies that support successful solutions.
Cross‑Sector Team Leadership: Build, inspire, and direct high‑performing teams across Pharma and MedTech, ensuring collaboration across scientific, clinical, engineering, and business functions.
External Innovation: Partner with External Innovation, Business Development, and global innovation networks to evaluate and integrate external opportunities in both Pharma and MedTech domains.
Collaboration with Leadership & Stakeholders: Align with senior leadership across Oncology, MedTech, and Global R&D, while also engaging investigators, KOLs, and advisory boards to shape and execute strategy.
Entrepreneurial Execution: Apply an agile, entrepreneurial approach to navigate scientific, regulatory, and organizational uncertainty, ensuring delivery against strategic priorities.
Qualifications
PhD, MD, or MD/PhD with 12–15+ years of experience in oncology drug discovery, translational research, and/or clinical development.
Experience in Interventional Oncology and/or MedTech strongly preferred.
Demonstrated ability to advance molecules and/or interventional technologies from pre‑clinical discovery through early‑stage clinical development; experience developing procedural strategies strongly preferred.
Strong leadership record in managing multidisciplinary teams across Pharma with success in both direct line management and global matrix leadership; similar experience in MedTech is preferred.
Track record of collaborating across functions (scientific, engineering, regulatory, commercial) and fostering a culture of innovation.
Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to adapt strategy and execution in the face of uncertainty and rapidly evolving science.
Exceptional communication skills to bridge diverse stakeholders—from scientists and engineers to clinicians, regulators, and executives.
Salary range:
$218,000 – $401,350
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. Johnson & J on actively seeks qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. Johnson & J on 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, please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.
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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.
Job Description The Vice President of Integrated Drug and Tech Discovery for Interventional Oncology will design and execute a cross‑disciplinary scientific strategy that integrates pharmaceutical discovery, translational research, and MedTech innovation to advance breakthrough intratumorally‑delivered drugs and associated procedures. This leader will operate at the forefront of oncology research, integrating advances in drug discovery, biomarkers, procedural technologies, and data‑driven tools to create new paradigms for patient care in Interventional Oncology.
Deep experience in oncology drug discovery and development, with a strong preference for expertise in Interventional Oncology, is required. The role demands a blend of scientific depth, entrepreneurial agility, and the ability to lead diverse teams spanning Pharma and MedTech disciplines.
Essential Functions
Strategic Leadership: Define and implement a global research agenda that advances innovation in Interventional Oncology, integrating pharmaceutical and MedTech capabilities into cohesive strategies.
Portfolio Development: Lead a team advancing a portfolio of interventional and immuno‑oncology assets into the clinic, with accountability for target identification, validation, and translation.
Device, Procedure, and Biomarker Integration: Drive the design and implementation of device, procedure, and biomarker strategies that support successful solutions.
Cross‑Sector Team Leadership: Build, inspire, and direct high‑performing teams across Pharma and MedTech, ensuring collaboration across scientific, clinical, engineering, and business functions.
External Innovation: Partner with External Innovation, Business Development, and global innovation networks to evaluate and integrate external opportunities in both Pharma and MedTech domains.
Collaboration with Leadership & Stakeholders: Align with senior leadership across Oncology, MedTech, and Global R&D, while also engaging investigators, KOLs, and advisory boards to shape and execute strategy.
Entrepreneurial Execution: Apply an agile, entrepreneurial approach to navigate scientific, regulatory, and organizational uncertainty, ensuring delivery against strategic priorities.
Qualifications
PhD, MD, or MD/PhD with 12–15+ years of experience in oncology drug discovery, translational research, and/or clinical development.
Experience in Interventional Oncology and/or MedTech strongly preferred.
Demonstrated ability to advance molecules and/or interventional technologies from pre‑clinical discovery through early‑stage clinical development; experience developing procedural strategies strongly preferred.
Strong leadership record in managing multidisciplinary teams across Pharma with success in both direct line management and global matrix leadership; similar experience in MedTech is preferred.
Track record of collaborating across functions (scientific, engineering, regulatory, commercial) and fostering a culture of innovation.
Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to adapt strategy and execution in the face of uncertainty and rapidly evolving science.
Exceptional communication skills to bridge diverse stakeholders—from scientists and engineers to clinicians, regulators, and executives.
Salary range:
$218,000 – $401,350
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. Johnson & J on actively seeks qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. Johnson & J on 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, please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.
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