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Johnson & Johnson · 16 hours ago

Director, R&D Data Science & Digital Health - AI Knowledge & Literacy Lead

New Brunswick, NJ

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

$160K/yr - $276K/yr

8+ years exp

Johnson & Johnson is a leading healthcare company focused on innovative medicine. They are seeking a Director, Knowledge & Literacy Lead to drive the enterprise-wide flow of AI insights across the organization, ensuring that AI-related knowledge is curated and made accessible for strategic decision-making in R&D.

Hospital & Health Care

Comp. & Benefits

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Executive Insight Development: Partner directly with the Chief Data Science Officer (CDSO) to develop high-impact executive briefings, strategic overviews, and thought leadership materials that synthesize emerging AI trends and their implications for R&D

AI Intelligence Translation: Monitor global AI advancements on a weekly basis and translate technical developments into strategic insights tailored to the needs of senior R&D leaders

Internal Innovation Storytelling: Collaborate with DSDH teams to identify, shape, and amplify internal AI tool success stories—crafting narratives that highlight their strategic value to R&D

Knowledge Architecture & Dissemination: Design and evolve a knowledge-sharing framework that ensures timely, structured, and scalable access to AI insights across the enterprise

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Engage with scientific, technical, and business stakeholders to identify knowledge gaps and deliver tailored, high-value content that supports AI literacy and adoption

Innovation in Communication: Leverage digital platforms and novel formats (e.g., interactive dashboards, visual storytelling, microlearning) to enhance the reach and resonance of AI insights

Qualification

PhDEquivalent degreeAI/ML technologiesCross-functional collaborationKnowledge management systemsDigital communication toolsData scienceStorytelling skillsStrategic thinkingLeadershipCritical thinking

Required

PhD or equivalent advanced degree in a relevant scientific, technical, or data science discipline

Minimum 8 years of experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, healthcare, or life sciences, with at least 3 years in a strategic, consulting, or executive advisory capacity

Deep understanding of AI/ML technologies, including generative AI, and their application in R&D

Proven ability to synthesize complex technical information into clear, actionable insights for senior leadership

Strong storytelling and communication skills, with experience developing executive-level presentations and strategic narratives

Demonstrated success in cross-functional collaboration, particularly with data science, digital health, and R&D teams

Experience with knowledge management systems, digital communication tools, and insight dissemination platforms

Preferred

Advanced Analytics

Budget Management

Compliance Management

Critical Thinking

Data Analysis

Data Privacy Standards

Data Quality

Data Reporting

Data Savvy

Data Science

Data Visualization

Developing Others

Digital Fluency

Inclusive Leadership

Leadership

Program Management

Strategic Thinking

Succession Planning

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Business accident insurance

Group legal insurance

Consolidated retirement plan (pension)

Savings plan (401(k))

Long-term incentive program

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

Company

Johnson & Johnson

Glassdoor4.2

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything.

Founded in 1886

New Brunswick, NJ, US

10001+ employees

http://www.jnj.com

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