Senior Director, Compound Development Team Leader - Neuroscience

Johnson & Johnson•San Diego, CA

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 https://www.jnj.com/. POSITION SUMMARY: The late development Compound Development Team Leader (CDTL) is responsible for development and execution of the compound strategy for a selected molecular entity, and operational implementation, delivered through the effective leadership of a cross-functional Compound Development Team (CDT). The CDTL is accountable for Phase 2b/3/3b/4 and post marketing clinical trials related to the compound development program and other required cross-functional activities related to lifecycle management. The CDTL leads the team to develop products in a timely and cost effective manner and is accountable for the execution of the compound strategy. Team leadership via matrix interactions includes individuals from TA strategy, GCSO, global regulatory affairs, project management, finance, legal, quality assurance, quality monitoring & compliance, clinical supplies unit, drug discovery, early clinical development, strategic marketing, CM&C, preclinical department and other scientific and business related disciplines.

Requirements

Advanced Degree (Ph.D., M.D., M.B.A.) highly desirable
A minimum of ten years of pharmaceutical industry or related experience overall and/or a minimum of five to seven years of drug development or related experience
Experience in a leadership role within a multi-functional R&D organization
Ability to integrate all cross functional disciplines into a successful strategy and project plan
Understanding of requirements for successful commercialization of a new product
Expert knowledge of the drug development process and the competitive environment
Strong problem solving skills for developing creative solutions and meeting project objectives
Demonstrated influence, negotiation and conflict resolution skills, including the ability to influence without clear reporting authority
Significant work experience in a leadership position in a team matrix environment
Strong planning and tracking skills
Demonstrated ability of strategic thinking and contingency planning with respect for Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine objectives
Fluent in written and spoken English
Working knowledge of the use of Microsoft suite of software products including Excel and Word
Experience and knowledge of Good Clinical Practices and regulatory requirements for the conduct of clinical trials and for the appropriate contributions to regulatory filings
Fluent in written and spoken English
Working knowledge of the use of Microsoft suite of software products including Excel and Word
Experience and knowledge of Good Clinical Practices and regulatory requirements for the conduct of clinical trials and for the appropriate contributions to regulatory filings

Nice To Haves

Clinical Evaluations
Clinical Trial Protocols
Consulting
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Design Mindset
Drug Discovery Development
Entrepreneurship
Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
Lateral Leadership
Medicines and Device Development and Regulation
Program Management
Regulatory Affairs Management
Relationship Building
Safety-Oriented
Scientific Research
Strategic Change
Study Management

Responsibilities

Matrix Leader of Cross-functional Compound Development Team
Works with TA Leadership Team to develop compound strategy
Leads the development and maintenance of the program plan and decision-making by providing relevant research, analysis, and expertise
Manages successful cross-functional execution of the project plan through negotiating with Function heads about functional deliverables
Aligns the CDT to achieve its goals through the networks of people/functions represented on the team
Identifies critical risks and assumptions and transparently communicate them to the CDT, functions, TA & Pharma governance committees, and senior management
Identifies issues and leads contingency planning
Leads resolution of issues at the CDT, TA & Pharma governance committees and senior management levels
Leads CDT problem-solving and provide decision-making tools and techniques
Leads the communication of strategy and plans to the TA & Pharma governance committees, development partners, and other key stakeholders
Responsible for review of medical publications emerging from the Team and its affiliates
Accountable for the budget for the compound or program
Works with Function heads to: Select CDT members Set Goals and Objectives for CDT members Mentor and guide CDT members Provide input for performance evaluation of CDT members Execute the program and manage deliverables & financials
May act, in concert with senior clinical personnel, as a company spokesperson regarding publication of clinical research findings and presentations to relevant health authorities (e.g. global health authority meeting related to NDA/MAA/BLA)
Develop credible relationships with scientific leaders, key regulatory officials

Benefits

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 Colorado –48 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
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 period10 days
Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year