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Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine · 2 days ago

Vice President, Integrated Drug & Tech Discovery, Interventional Oncology

Spring House, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$218K/yr - $401K/yr

12+ years exp

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine is seeking a Vice President, Integrated Drug & Tech Discovery to join their Interventional Oncology team. This role involves designing and executing a scientific strategy that integrates pharmaceutical discovery, translational research, and MedTech innovation to advance new treatments for cancer.

Pharmaceuticals

Responsibilities

Define and implement a global research agenda that advances innovation in Interventional Oncology, integrating pharmaceutical and MedTech capabilities into cohesive strategies

Lead a team advancing a portfolio of interventional and immuno-oncology assets into the clinic, with accountability for target identification, validation, and translation

Drive the design and implementation of device, procedure, and biomarker strategies that support successful solutions

Build, inspire, and direct high-performing teams across Pharma and MedTech, ensuring collaboration across scientific, clinical, engineering, and business functions

Partner with External Innovation, Business Development, and global innovation networks to evaluate and integrate external opportunities in both Pharma and MedTech domains

Align with senior leadership across Oncology, MedTech, and Global R&D, while also engaging investigators, KOLs, and advisory boards to shape and execute strategy

Apply an agile, entrepreneurial approach to navigate scientific, regulatory, and organizational uncertainty, ensuring delivery against strategic priorities

Qualification

Oncology drug discoveryTranslational researchClinical developmentInterventional OncologyMedTech innovationLeadershipCollaborationEntrepreneurial mindsetStakeholder managementScientific researchStrategic thinking

Required

PhD, MD, or MD/PhD with 12–15+ years of experience in oncology drug discovery, translational research, and/or clinical development is required

Demonstrated ability to advance molecules and/or interventional technologies from pre-clinical discovery through early-stage clinical development is required

Strong leadership record in managing multidisciplinary teams across Pharma with success in both direct line management and global matrix leadership is required

Track record of collaborating across functions (scientific, engineering, regulatory, commercial) and fostering a culture of innovation is required

Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to adapt strategy and execution in the face of uncertainty and rapidly evolving science is required

Demonstrated abilities with exceptional communication skills to bridge diverse stakeholders—from scientists and engineers to clinicians, regulators, and executives is required