Global Regulatory Affairs Scholar

6084-Janssen Research & Development Legal Entity • Titusville, NJ

7h

About The Position

Johnson & Johnson’s Global Regulatory Affairs Scholar Program is a two-year experiential fellowship for recent university graduates, offering advanced, hands-on professional development under the mentorship of regulatory professionals. Scholars complete multiple rotations across disease and therapeutic areas and regulatory functions such as Product Labeling, Policy and Intelligence, and Chemistry, Manufacturing and Controls. The position is based in Spring House, Pennsylvania, or Raritan or Titusville, New Jersey, and is eligible for one-way U.S. relocation assistance.

The role develops a broad understanding of the global drug development lifecycle and strategies for engaging health authorities, as well as knowledge of laws, guidance, and regulatory requirements for drugs and combination products. Scholars work on real-world projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, attend internal and external meetings, and complete a complex capstone project for presentation to Global Regulatory Affairs senior leaders and other internal partners. This opportunity is intended for candidates with early professional experience who want to develop a career in regulatory affairs.

Requirements

• Earned a bachelor’s degree (B.S. or B.A.) from a four-year university program.
• Earned or currently pursuing a master’s-level advanced degree in a scientific, technology, or engineering-related field from an accredited institution, with planned graduation by May 2027.
• Strong academic track record.
• Early professional experience and an interest in developing a career in regulatory affairs.

Nice To Haves

• Fundamental understanding of pharmaceutical drug development.
• Knowledge of current FDA regulations, guidelines, and submission requirements.
• Demonstrated leadership in an organizational setting, such as campus or community activities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a group, with curiosity and flexibility.
• Self-motivation, a can-do approach, and willingness to speak up and suggest innovative ideas.
• Creative problem-solving ability and interest in international healthcare systems and technology contexts.

Responsibilities

• Develop an understanding of the global drug development lifecycle and strategies for engaging health authorities.
• Learn laws, guidance, and regulatory requirements for drugs and combination products while aligning with organizational goals.
• Work on real-world projects that develop leadership presence, stakeholder influence, collaboration, problem-solving, and presentation skills.
• Build a professional network and cross-functional experience by working with different teams.
• Participate in internal and external meetings in support of role responsibilities.
• Lead a complex capstone project and present its results to Global Regulatory Affairs senior leaders and other internal partners.

Benefits

• One-way U.S. relocation assistance.
• Retirement plan (pension) and 401(k) savings plan, subject to plan terms.
• Vacation: 120 hours per calendar year, subject to policy and hire date.
• Sick time: 40 hours per calendar year; different amounts apply to employees residing in Colorado or Washington.
• 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 a child’s birth, adoption, or foster care placement.
• Bereavement leave: 240 hours for an immediate family member and 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year.
• Caregiver leave: 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period.
• Volunteer leave: 32 hours per calendar year.
• Military spouse time-off: 80 hours per calendar year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level