Senior Director, Global Hematology Communication and Public Affairs
About The Position
Johnson and Johnson is searching for the best talent to join our team as the Senior Director, Hematolgy Communications and Public Affairs. This is a hybrid role with a preferred location of Raritan, NJ although New Brunswick, NJ or Spring House, PA may be considered. Our Oncology team is focused on the elimination of cancer by discovering new pathways and modalities to finding treatments and cures. We lead where medicine is going and need innovators with an unwavering commitment to results. Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/innovative-medicine Caring for the world, one person at a time has inspired and united the people of Johnson & Johnson for over 130 years. We embrace research and science—bringing innovative ideas, products and services to advance the health and well‑being of people.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Minimum of 15 years of professional experience in communications, public affairs, or related external engagement roles
- Significant experience leading communications for complex, global pharmaceutical portfolios or therapeutic areas
- Demonstrated ability to operate as a trusted advisor to senior business and scientific leaders
- Deep understanding of the biopharmaceutical environment, including commercialization, access, policy, and reputational dynamics
- Proven experience in issues and crisis management in a highly regulated environment
- Strong strategic thinking, executive presence, and influencing skills in matrixed organizations
- Experience leading and developing high-performing global teams
- Ability to integrate enterprise, regional, and market perspectives into cohesive strategies
Nice To Haves
- Advanced degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Policy, Life Sciences, or a related field preferred
- Experience in Oncology or adjacent specialty disease areas
- Experience working closely with Public Affairs, Market Access, and Government Affairs partners
- Global experience across multiple regions and markets
Responsibilities
- Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive global communications strategy for the Hematology portfolio, aligned with Innovative Medicine business priorities and enterprise standards.
- Serve as primary strategic communications advisor to Hematology franchise leadership, providing counsel on external positioning, risk assessment, and stakeholder engagement.
- Shape the global narrative for Hematology across disease areas, products, pipeline assets, and scientific platforms, ensuring clarity, consistency, and differentiation.
- Oversee communications strategy for priority launches, major data readouts, lifecycle milestones, and key growth brands, in close partnership with local market leads, Launch Communications and Performance Accelerator teams.
- Partner with Public Affairs to drive market-shaping, policy, and advocacy strategies that enable access and improve the operating environment for Hematology.
- Guide integrated communications planning across media, issues management, scientific congresses, campaigns, and executive visibility.
- Align with regional and market communications leaders to ensure global strategy is effectively adapted, shaped and executed locally, particularly in Top 10 markets.
- Anticipate, assess, and manage issues and reputational risks affecting the Hematology portfolio, working in close coordination with Enterprise and regional teams.
- Build and sustain strong relationships with external stakeholders, including media, scientific experts, advocacy organizations, and policy influencers.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing Hematology communications team, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
- Contribute as a senior leader within the Innovative Medicine Communications & Public Affairs organization, elevating standards, capabilities, and impact across therapeutic areas.
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 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
Director
