Scientist, Preclinical Research, Robotics & Digital Solutions - MedTech Surgery
About The Position
This position supports Preclinical activities within the Johnson & Johnson MedTech Surgery Robotics program. Johnson & Johnson MedTech has been working to make surgery better for more than a century. With substantial breadth and depth in surgical technologies, orthopedic and interventional solutions, we aspire to improve and enhance medical care for people worldwide. Together, we are working to shape the future of health through differentiated products and services. Johnson & Johnson’s long-term vision is to use digital technology as part of a holistic approach to surgery across the episode of care to enhance surgical efficiency, promote better clinical outcomes and increase patient satisfaction. This position will serve as a scientific contributor for the development and execution of preclinical evidence strategies necessary to competitively position a product for domestic and international regulatory and clinical acceptance.
Requirements
- A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Biological Science or a related discipline
- A minimum of 3 years of related scientific / technical experience within preclinical research
- Experience in preclinical science and processes along with an understanding of medical device development processes, related healthcare market environment, clinical trends, and preclinical regulations
- Track record of contributing to preclinical programs on time, within budget and in compliance to SOPs and regulations
- Experience working in a GLP environment and direct experience executing preclinical studies
- Understanding of good documentation practices
- Familiarity with animal welfare regulations and IACUC
Nice To Haves
- Experience working in Medical Devices or Robotics
- Experience working with large animal models
- Experience in support of global regulatory submissions for medical devices, biologics, or drugs (including PMA/BLA/NDA and/or their global counterparts)
Responsibilities
- Supports product evaluations involving animate, inanimate, and cadaveric models
- Performs research supporting development of products or procedures in minimally invasive robotic surgery
- Assisting or conducting investigations for medical device development and preclinical evidence generation aligned to R&D, Regulatory, and Commercial needs
- Coordinate and ensure accurate documentation of laboratory activities
- Conduct lab activities in compliance with USDA, AAALAC, and J&J Animal use policies
- Ensure compliance with 21 CFR Part 58 – Good Laboratory Practices
- Contribute and support the design of appropriate studies to meet premarket and postmarket needs
- Design, plan and execute preclinical animal studies for the assessment of safety, performance, and effectiveness
- Act as study coordinator in support of the Study Director
- May act as Study Director on less complex projects
- Assess, communicate, and manage the risks associated to the preclinical evaluation of products.
- Assist in appropriate interpretation and dissemination of all evidence generated, based on evidence dissemination strategy, including study reports, abstracts, manuscripts, etc.
- Demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment that embraces ownership and accountability for innovation, change, risk, and flexibility
- Build successful relationships internally and develop partnerships with key business partners
- May require up to 15% domestic and international travel
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 (may vary 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
