Director, Clinical Research Scientist (Oncology)

$157,000 - $271,400/Yr

Johnson & Johnson - Horsham, PA

Full-time - Senior

Remote - Horsham, PA

Chemical Manufacturing

About the position

The Director, Clinical Research Scientist at Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine will play a pivotal role in the Medical Affairs Lung Therapeutic Area Strategy Team. This position involves leading and overseeing clinical research trials, contributing to the development of innovative oncology products, and collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure the successful execution of clinical studies. The role emphasizes the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in fostering a culture that accelerates healthcare innovation.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Study Responsible Scientist (SRS) for Medical Affairs led interventional clinical trials.
• Provide oversight of investigator initiated and collaborative studies.
• Support the Study Responsible Physician (SRP) in medical, safety, and scientific study oversight activities.
• Act as the key point person for the status of clinical study activities.
• Review and assess new clinical study proposals.
• Lead company-sponsored study development from protocol development to study close-out and publication.
• Monitor, review, and analyze clinical trial data.
• Assist with investigation and acquisition of additional necessary data for safety reporting.
• Develop abstracts and scholarly publications for company-sponsored studies.
• Establish relationships and communicate with external investigators, steering committee members, and thought leaders.
• Support the development and execution of advisory boards.
• Collaborate with the Therapeutic Area Head, Medical Directors, Real World Evidence Team, and other stakeholders on project execution.
• Participate in the review of promotional materials.
• Lead trainings for internal and external stakeholders.
• Support other initiatives and projects within the Therapeutic Area as needed.

Requirements

• Advanced degree required; PharmD, PhD, MD/DO preferred.
• A minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible experience in clinical research and development, or related experience within the industry (pharmaceutical, biotech, CRO, etc.) is required.
• Experience in oncology therapeutic area is required; experience in lung cancer preferred.
• Significant experience with clinical trials including development of protocols, case report forms, informed consent, study initiation, protocol training, and clinical data monitoring required.
• Excellent written communication, oral communication, and presentation skills are required.
• Advanced proficiency in use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work and lead in a cross-functional team environment and be flexible and adaptable.
• Ability to travel up to 25% required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and compensation package.
• Diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.