Johnson and Johnson Innovative Medicine R&D is recruiting for a Director, DSDH, Discovery and Portfolio Strategy, Immunology. This outstanding leader and data science expert will work to optimize our discovery and development portfolios with a focus on translation of genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, and metabolomics data to inform target identification and validation, as well as biomarker discovery.

This role requires knowledge of sophisticated analytics of multivariate data domains, and utilizing artificial intelligence and machine learning techniques to optimize programs across discovery and development. This includes novel uses of multi-omic and clinical data from multiple sources, including, but not limited to: large biobanks; preclinical and clinical studies; and real-world data. Analyses will drive precision medicine strategy for target discovery and patient stratification. This role will also support integrating data science and digital health throughout development programs across the portfolio. This role will report to the Vice President, DSDH, Immunology, Cardiopulmonary, and Communicable Diseases.

• Create the strategy and process for evaluating target opportunities from the perspective of multi-omics biology, drawing upon a combination of internal and external resources.
• Develop tools and platforms to enable AI/ML-driven discovery and translational science initiatives.
• Collaborate with scientists and clinicians to develop data-driven strategies for precision medicine in immunology by being forward-looking and foreseeing the path to launch.
• Chart the path for the use of real-world data integrated within clinical programs to accelerate development, and strengthen understanding of unmet need and opportunities to benefit patient subtypes within and across immunology indications.
• Manage a robust portfolio of Data Science projects spanning RWE to Computer Vision to Digital Health from a milestone perspective

• PhD or MD with 5+ years of progressive experience or MS with 7+ years of progressive experience
• Biologic or computational science, or other related quantitative field (e.g., biomedical engineering, computational biology, genetics), and applying data science to drug discovery and development.
• Ability to translate data into easily digestible information and imputing strategies into executable action plans.
• Experience with deriving insights from high-dimensional molecular, imaging, or real-world data.
• Prior experience working in the context of target discovery and validation or biomarkers in healthcare setting.
• Strong project management skills to prioritise projects across a complex portfolio
• Experience working in matrix organizations and leading interdisciplinary teams including scientists, clinicians, business, and finance.
• Collaboratative nature to work with DSDH and IMM TA leadership team to identify key areas where data science can deliver significant business value and innovation, ensure scientific impact and alignment between DSDH and IMM TA goals & objectives
• Ability to clearly communicate technical work to a diverse audience is required.
• Play a leadership role in the J&J IM R&D data science community.
• Ability to travel both domestic and international on an as-needed basis (up to 10% yearly)

• Employees and/or eligible dependents may be eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance.
• Employees may be 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.
• Employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:
  • Vacation - up to 120 hours per calendar year
  • Sick time - up to 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington - up to 56 hours per calendar year
  • Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays - up to 13 days per calendar year of Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
• Additional information can be found through the link below. https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits