Program Manager, R&D

Johnson & Johnson•Santa Clara, CA

2d•Hybrid

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. Johnson & Johnson MedTech Surgery Motivated by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments. Are you passionate about improving and growing the possibilities of MedTech surgery? Ready to join a team that is reimagining how we heal? Our MedTech Surgery team will give you the chance to deliver surgical technologies and solutions to surgeons and healthcare professionals around the world. Your contributions will help effectively treat some of the world’s most prevalent conditions such as obesity, cardiovascular disease and cancer. Patients are waiting. Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech . We are looking for a highly motivated Program Manager that is a self-starter and is passionate about leading and partnering with cross-functional teams. The Program Manager will ensure the execution of the Monarch Bronchoscopy program, develop and manage project timelines, lead meetings, set and drive quarterly goals, and identify and mitigate program risks. This position must be located in Santa Clara, CA.

Requirements

BS/BA in Engineering or related technical field
7+ years of experience in a regulated environment
3+ years of experience in program or project management
Experience working on complex systems or in complex dynamic teams
Experience with using and/or administering project management software
Work independently and be self-motivated with a strong sense of urgency and drive for results
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Comfortable and adaptable in presenting to different audiences and levels of the organization
Ability to travel up to 10%, international and domestic

Nice To Haves

MS or PhD in Engineering, Science, or Business
Experience leading early-stage development teams
Exposure to business case development and user requirement identification
Experience with Medical Device Design Control, QSR 21 CFR Part 820, Medical Devices and Regulatory strategies for FDA and 510k along with CE Mark
Experience as an individual contributor in an engineering role within medical device design and development
PMP Certification

Responsibilities

Own and drive the progress of Monarch Bronchoscopy product development programs
Organize regular team meetings to drive progress, track and mitigate risks, resolve/escalate issues, and review action items
Actively plan and drive cross-functional project teams to deliver against integrated, detailed plans within budget and timelines
Enable proactive communications with directors and managers, ensuring integration of projects, and achievement of program milestones
Proactively identify program and technical risks, generate mitigation plans, and facilitate the closure of risks
Build team ownership and dedication to projects and business plans
Prepare regular updates for J&J Robotics & Digital Solutions management team on progress of assigned projects.
Allocate tasks among project specific team members and lead team to complete objectives.
Coordinate and drive efforts with external vendors, including co-development and subcontracted development if required.

Benefits

Consolidated retirement plan (pension)
Savings plan (401(k))
Long-term incentive program
Vacation – 120 hours per calendar year
Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year (varies by state)
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
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
Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year