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We know that the success of our business - and our ability to deliver meaningful solutions - depends on how well we understand and meet the diverse needs of the communities we serve. Which is why we foster a culture of inclusion and belonging where all perspectives, abilities and experiences are valued, and our people can reach their potential.

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Within the CMC group, you will lead multiple CMC Teams spanning from pre-NME through post-Approval, including Life Cycle Management (LCM). This includes, but is not limited to, the creation and implementation of the development strategy, the adherence to the CMC 12 Stage process, approval by governance bodies, the identification and mitigation of CMC risks, the completion of required CMC regulatory documents and responses, creation and adherence to budget and timelines, and the delivery of clinical and launch drug supplies in accordance with development plans. You will be the CMC point of contact with the Compound Development Team(s) (CDT) and Value Stream Teams (VST).

You will see opportunities for team or product development improvements across the TDS organization. They may also support or lead teams in implementing initiatives to deliver organizational or process improvements.

You will demonstrate behaviors consistent with the current Leadership Imperatives and will be mentoring and coaching CMC Team Members to improve their skills and contributions to the organization in collaboration with line management.

Your main focus is on development projects which may span multiple Therapeutic Areas (TAs) and/or Innovative Medicine Supply Chain (IMSC) and stages of development.

Working in a multi-disciplinary, complex and innovative environment, with evidence of delivering results in this setting, including: In-depth experience and technical knowledge of the Large Molecule CMC protein and Bioconjugates (include Antibody Drug Conjugate and radio-ligand therapy) development process, preferably including an understanding of early, late and LCM development.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in life science or related field with at least 10 years of experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology or a related industry OR a Master's degree in life science or related field with at least 8 years of experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology or a related industry OR a Ph.D. with at least 6 years experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology or a related industry is required
• Large Molecule CMC experience is required.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, as well as proven conflict management and negotiation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to adapt effectively to a constantly evolving organization issues, structures and dynamics.
• Experience in developing antibody drug conjugates or radio-ligand therapy is highly preferred.
• Experience in setting development and regulatory strategies for products in development is required.
• Demonstrated capability to manage multiple projects is required.
• Ability to make difficult decisions in a timely fashion along with excellent follow through and organizational skills to assure team and organizational alignment to these decisions is required
• Influencing ability without line authority is preferred.

What is in it for you?

• Contributing to our mission to continue to bring transformational new medicines to patients for a world without disease.
• Being part of a motivated and experienced global research team in an innovative and diverse working environment
• A competitive salary, health promotion and energy programs and other benefits for you and your family

The compensation and benefits information set forth in this posting applies to candidates hired in the United States. Candidates hired outside the United States will be eligible for compensation and benefits in accordance with their local market.

Johnson & Johnson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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