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Post-Doctoral - Global Regulatory Affairs Scholar

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Johnson & Johnson

Post-Doctoral - Global Regulatory Affairs Scholar

Spring House, PA

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine is recruiting for Post-Doctoral - Global Regulatory Affairs Scholar. The position can be located on-site/hybrid in the US (Titusville, NJ; Spring House, PA; Raritan, NJ).

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/.

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For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) has been a part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Rooted in Our Credo, the values of DEI fuel our pursuit to create a healthier, more equitable world. Our diverse workforce and culture of belonging accelerate innovation to solve the world's most pressing healthcare challenges.

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.

At Johnson & Johnson, we all belong.

Global Regulatory Affairs (GRA) is looking for a high energy, inventive, self-starter who is passionate about exploring a career in healthcare. This position is crafted for candidates who recently graduated, or currently pursuing an advanced degree program (PharmD or PhD).

What's it like to be a Regulatory Affairs Post-Doctoral Scholar?

GRA is a key strategic partner supporting global R&D initiatives at Janssen. Gain a broad understanding of the global drug development process and related health authority engagement strategies. Through hands-on, real world experiences, work on projects that improve your leadership, problem solving, and creative and critical thinking skills. Network and gain cross-functional exposure. The two-year GRA Scholar Program - known as a fellowship in other companies - starts in Summer 2025. You will experience different disease-therapeutic areas, and associated regulatory areas, such as Product Labeling, Chemistry, Manufacturing and Controls, Policy and Intelligence. Attend internal and external cross-functional meetings in support of the role's responsibility. Work with knowledgeable mentors and develop skills to build a strong career foundation!

You will:

  • Gain experience and exposure to groundbreaking programs and strategies for compounds in development and/or marketed products intended to address unmet medical needs in markets globally. Learn the laws, guidances, and regulatory requirements for drugs and combination products while being accountable to the organization's objectives. Accountability is the cornerstone of our culture. We demonstrate our compassion for patients, and work hard to honor our commitment for those who depend on us to develop innovative therapies.
  • Support innovative thinking and contribute to fresh innovative solutions in Regulatory Affairs. Innovation is our passion and mission as well as a fundamental requirement in our pursuit to create world-class medicines.
  • Develop leadership and creative problem solving skillsets, to become an inventive regulatory leader in the healthcare field of interest.
  • As part of this two-year experiential program, all GRA Scholars complete a project for presentation to the GRA Senior Leadership Team and other internal partners.


Qualifications

  • Earned a bachelor's degree (B.S. or B.A.) from a 4-year university program.
  • Earned or is currently pursuing an advanced degree in scientific, technology or engineering related field from an accredited academic institution. Examples include, biomedical engineering, data analytics/applied statistics, quantitative modeling in biology, pharmacy or other healthcare science. Strong academic track record is required.
  • Some fundamental understanding of pharmaceutical drug development. Knowledge of current Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, guidelines, and submission requirements is desired.
  • Proven leadership capabilities in an organizational setting (campus/community activities) is desired.
  • Able to work independently, as well as, be part of a group, with curiosity and flexibility.
  • Be self-motivated, possess a "can do" approach, and courage to speak your voice and suggest innovative ideas.
  • Be a creative problem solver, with an interest in exploring the international context of healthcare systems and technology contexts.
  • Candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States and not require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H1-B status) now or in the future.
  • Desired assignment location is New Jersey and may require local travel. Flexible arrangements in other U.S. locations may be considered.

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.

This is a two-year duration-based role that has eligibility for severance. The anticipated base pay for this role is $95,000 per year.

The Company maintains highly competitive, performance-based compensation programs. Under current guidelines, this position is eligible for an annual performance bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable plan. The annual performance bonus is a cash bonus intended to provide an incentive to achieve annual targeted results by rewarding for individual and the corporation's performance over a calendar/performance year. Bonuses are awarded at the Company's discretion on an individual basis.

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
    • Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year

For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits

This job posting is anticipated to close on November 22nd, 2024. The Company may however extend this time-period, in which case the posting will remain available on https://www.careers.jnj.com to accept additional applications.

Client-provided location(s): Spring House, PA, USA; Titusville, Hopewell Township, NJ 08560, USA; Raritan, NJ 08869, USA
Job ID: Johnson&Johnson-2406219076W
Employment Type: Other