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Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine

Senior Director, Compound Development Team Leader - Neuroscience

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine, San Diego, California, United States, 92189

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Senior Director, Compound Development Team Leader - Neuroscience Join Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine as Senior Director for Compound Development in Neuroscience. You will lead the strategy, execution, and lifecycle management of key compounds, ensuring timely and cost‑effective delivery of clinical programs and operations across the organization.

Position Summary The Senior Director, Compound Development Team Leader (CDTL) is responsible for the development and execution of the compound strategy for a selected molecular entity, as well as the operational implementation of that strategy through effective leadership of a cross‑functional Compound Development Team (CDT). The CDTL is accountable for Phase 2b/3/3b/4 and post‑marketing clinical trials related to the compound development program and other lifecycle‑management activities. The role includes matrix leadership across TA strategy, global regulatory affairs, finance, legal, quality, clinical supplies, early clinical development, strategic marketing, and other relevant disciplines.

Essential Functions

Matrix Leader of Cross‑functional Compound Development Team; works with TA Leadership Team to develop compound strategy.

Leads the development and maintenance of the program plan and decision‑making by providing relevant research, analysis, and expertise.

Manages successful cross‑functional execution of the project plan through negotiation with function heads about functional deliverables.

Aligns the CDT to achieve its goals through the networks of people/functions represented on the team.

Identifies critical risks and assumptions and transparently communicates them to the CDT, functions, TA & Pharma governance committees, and senior management.

Identifies issues and leads contingency planning.

Leads resolution of issues at the CDT, TA & Pharma governance committees and senior management levels.

Leads CDT problem‑solving and provides decision‑making tools and techniques.

Leads the communication of strategy and plans to the TA & Pharma governance committees, development partners, and other key stakeholders.

Responsible for review of medical publications emerging from the Team and its affiliates.

Accountable for the budget for the compound or program.

Works with function heads to select CDT members, set goals and objectives for CDT members, mentor and guide CDT members, provide input for performance evaluation of CDT members, and execute the program and manage deliverables & financials.

May act, in concert with senior clinical personnel, as a company spokesperson regarding publication of clinical research findings and presentations to relevant health authorities.

Develop credible relationships with scientific leaders, key regulatory officials.

Education and Experience

Advanced Degree (Ph.D., M.D., M.B.A.) highly desirable.

A minimum of ten years of pharmaceutical industry or related experience overall and/or a minimum of five to seven years of drug development or related experience.

Experience in a leadership role within a multi‑functional R&D organization.

Ability to integrate all cross‑functional disciplines into a successful strategy and project plan.

Understanding of requirements for successful commercialization of a new product.

Expert knowledge of the drug development process and the competitive environment.

Strong problem‑solving skills for developing creative solutions and meeting project objectives.

Demonstrated influence, negotiation and conflict resolution skills, including the ability to influence without clear reporting authority.

Significant work experience in a leadership position in a team matrix environment.

Strong planning and tracking skills.

Demonstrated ability of strategic thinking and contingency planning with respect for Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine objectives.

Fluent in written and spoken English.

Working knowledge of the use of Microsoft suite of software products including Excel and Word.

Experience and knowledge of Good Clinical Practices and regulatory requirements for the conduct of clinical trials and for the appropriate contributions to regulatory filings.

Required Technical Knowledge and Skills

Fluent in written and spoken English.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Excel and Word.

Experience and knowledge of Good Clinical Practices and regulatory requirements for clinical trials.

Preferred Skills

Clinical Evaluations, Clinical Trial Protocols, Consulting, Cross‑Functional Collaboration, Design Mindset, Drug Discovery Development, Entrepreneurship, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Lateral Leadership, Medicines and Device Development and Regulation, Program Management, Regulatory Affairs Management, Relationship Building, Safety‑Oriented, Scientific Research, Strategic Change, Study Management.

Salary and Pay Transparency The anticipated base pay range for this position is $196,000.00 – $342,700.00. This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long‑term incentive program and consolidated retirement plan (401(k)).

Benefits

Vacation – 120 hours per calendar year.

Sick time – 40 hours per calendar year; 48 hours for Colorado residents; 56 hours for Washington residents.

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 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 period (10 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

Locations Cambridge, Massachusetts; San Diego, California; Spring House, Pennsylvania; Titusville, New Jersey.

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