Global Regulatory Affairs Scholar (1 of 2)
About The Position
The Global Regulatory Affairs (GRA) Scholar Program at Johnson & Johnson is a two-year experiential fellowship for recent university graduates, offering advanced, hands-on professional development at a leading health care company. Scholars work under the mentorship of J&J regulatory professionals and complete multiple rotations across disease-therapeutic areas and related regulatory functions, including Product Labeling, Policy and Intelligence, and Chemistry, Manufacturing and Controls. The role is based in Spring House, Pennsylvania, or Raritan or Titusville, New Jersey, and is eligible for one-way U.S. relocation assistance. The Scholar develops an understanding of the global drug development lifecycle and strategies for engaging health authorities, and learns applicable laws, guidance, and regulatory requirements for drugs and combination products. Scholars work on practical projects, collaborate across teams, participate in internal and external meetings, and complete a complex capstone project to present to GRA senior leaders and internal partners.
Requirements
- Have earned a bachelor's degree (B.S. or B.A.) from a four-year university program.
- Have earned or be pursuing an advanced degree (PhD/PharmD) in a scientific, technology, or engineering-related field from an accredited academic institution, with planned graduation by May 2027.
- Have a strong academic track record.
- Be an early-career candidate seeking to develop 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 capabilities 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 a broad understanding of the global drug development lifecycle and related strategies for engaging health authorities.
- Learn laws, guidance, and regulatory requirements for drugs and combination products while staying aligned with organizational goals.
- Complete real-world projects that develop leadership presence and strengthen stakeholder influence, collaboration, problem-solving, and presentation skills.
- Build a professional network and gain cross-functional exposure by working with different teams.
- Participate in internal and external meetings to support role responsibilities.
- Own a complex capstone project and present results to GRA senior leaders and other internal partners.
Benefits
- One-way U.S. relocation assistance.
- Participation in the company consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)), subject to plan terms.
- Vacation: 120 hours per calendar year.
- Sick time: 40 hours per calendar year, with different amounts for 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 the birth, adoption, or foster care of a child.
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
