Director, Strategy & Operations DSDH

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine•Hopewell Township, NJ

About The Position

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. Learn more at jnj.com As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit. 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 We are recruiting a Director of Strategy & Operations to join the Data Science & Digital Health (DSDH) Strategy & Operations team. This Director is responsible for bringing external insight into DSDH strategy and communications. The role connects internal work with the broader data science, AI, and digital health landscape, generating strategic content and real‑time insights that inform leadership thinking and internal narratives. The role directly supports the Chief Data Science Officer and Sr. Director, Strategy & Operations in externally informed strategic communications.

Requirements

Advanced degree (Master’s preferred; PhD a plus) in Life Sciences, Computational Biology, Data Science, Engineering, or related field.
8+ years of experience in strategy, management consulting, or insight‑driven roles in healthcare, life sciences, or technology.
Consulting background strongly preferred (e.g., McKinsey, BCG, or similar firms with digital, AI, or analytics strategy practices).
Strong biological and/or computational background enabling deep engagement with AI and data science topics.
Deep familiarity with the external AI and data science landscape.
Strong synthesis, storytelling, and executive communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience producing thought leadership, strategic content, or industry‑facing insights.
Experience engaging with innovation ecosystems, partnerships, or industry forums.
Familiarity with governance and responsible innovation principles.

Responsibilities

Develop and curate strategic content by synthesizing internal deliverables, partner outcomes, and thought leadership, and adapting narratives for multiple stakeholder audiences.
Act as a strategic connector between internal execution and the external AI ecosystem, translating real‑time market trends and external discourse into actionable insights and aligned messaging.
Monitor and synthesize external trends across data science, AI, and digital health in the life sciences.
Translate external signals into strategic insights for DSDH leadership.
Generate high‑quality strategic content leveraging internal projects, publications, and outcomes.
Connect DSDH work to broader industry direction and emerging conversations.
Develop externally informed case studies and strategic narratives for multiple audiences.
Adapt content for different stakeholder groups, including internal leadership and enterprise partners.
Partner closely with a peer Director focused on internal strategy to ensure consistent, aligned messaging.
Maintain stakeholder mapping to tailor communications and positioning.

Benefits

Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees and/or eligible dependents are 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.
Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are 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.
Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, Employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:
Vacation –120 hours per calendar year
Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year
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 the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
Condolence Leave – 30 days for an immediate family member: 5 days for an extended family member
Caregiver Leave – 10 days
Volunteer Leave – 4 days
Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours
Additional information can be found through the link below.
https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits