Senior Medical Director, Global Med Affairs - Oncology

Job Function:

Medical Affairs Group

Job Sub Function:

Medical Affairs

Job Category:

Scientific/Technology

All Job Posting Locations:

Raritan, New Jersey, United States of America

Job Description:

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. Our Oncology team is focused on the elimination of cancer by discovering new pathways and modalities to finding treatments and cures. We lead where medicine is going and need innovators with an unwavering commitment to results. 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

We are searching for the best talent for the Senior Medical Director-Oncology.

Senior Medical Director-Oncology Global Medical Affairs, Multiple Myeloma

Johnson & Johnson Oncology Global Medical Affairs, is recruiting for a Senior Medical Director for Multiple Myeloma. The preferred locations for this position are Bridgewater/Raritan, NJ however, remote work options may be considered on a case-by-case basis and if approved by the company.

The Senior Medical Director Multiple Myeloma will be a member of the Global Medical Affairs team, leading the conduct of a global clinical study using the portfolio of compounds at J&J with the aim of building curative regimens for patients with multiple myeloma. The Senior Medical Director will work under the leadership of the Head of Myeloma and Plasma Cell Disorders, Global Medical Affairs, with the focus on leading a global medical affairs worldwide study. In addition, they will work closely with senior R&D Clinical Leaders of myeloma asset teams, working closely towards the goal of advancing the science and development of our myeloma compounds towards cure. They will be a standing member of the Global Medical Affairs Leadership team, Global Medical Affairs teams, and an ad hoc member of the myeloma clinical teams. The role requires a high-performing and energetic individual who demonstrates outstanding scientific knowledge applicable to hematology clinical research and the highest personal and ethical standards. Experience in running and the conduct of global or highly complex studies is a key area of expertise needed for this individual.

The Senior Medical Director will also lead the development of protocol writing for and operational execution of this new multiple myeloma clinical studies. They will also be critically involved in external engagement of myeloma experts involved in this study, both supporting the scientific advocacy and scientific engagement of the medical community. Will participate in the interpretation and reporting of the results of the research, including any appropriate health authority interaction. They will evaluate scientific information and new ideas to assist in identifying new research opportunities. The Senior Medical Director Myeloma will also support other clinically related medical affairs activities across our myeloma portfolio around our pursuit of building regimens towards cure. They will also assess external clinical research proposals involving company products and manuscripts that are being prepared for publication. Will also act as a liaison between the company and clinical investigators. Importantly, they will lead the internal study working group for this global study, working with R&D cand regional Medical Affairs colleagues.

Qualifications

• This position requires a minimum of an advanced degree in medicine (i.e. M.D. or equivalent).
• A trained Hematologist or Oncologist, or an individual with substantial previous experience in conducting hematology clinical studies is highly desired.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a clinical research position in an academically-based research institute or within the pharmaceutical industry is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of basic and clinical cancer or hematology research and its application to drug development is required.
• Experience specifically in multiple myeloma is highly desired, with experience working with myeloma experts in the medical community.
• Good oral, written, and presentation skills (including report development) are essential.
• Successful work experience in a matrix team environment is preferred.
• Ability to lead a cross functional study team is required.
• A strong commitment to hematology/oncology clinical research and the ability to work well within a team setting are essential.
• This position requires up to 20% annual travel (international as well as domestic).

The Company maintains highly competitive, performance-based compensation programs. Under current guidelines, this position is eligible for an annual performance bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable plan. The annual performance bonus is a cash bonus intended to provide an incentive to achieve annual targeted results by rewarding for individual and the corporation’s performance over a calendar/performance year. Bonuses are awarded at the Company’s discretion on an individual basis.

• Employees and/or eligible dependents may be eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance.
• Employees may be eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).
• This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program.
• Employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:
• Vacation – up to 120 hours per calendar year
• Sick time - up to 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington – up to 56 hours per calendar year
• Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays – up to 13 days per calendar year of Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year

Additional information can be found via the following link: https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits

The compensation and benefits information set forth in this posting applies to candidates hired in the United States. Candidates hired outside the United States will be eligible for compensation and benefits in accordance with their local market. 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, 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.

Johnson & Johnson 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.