Director, Innovation Productivity MedTech Surgery

At Johnson & Johnsonwe believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented treated and curedwhere treatments are smarter and less invasive andsolutions are 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 more at

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Job Function:

R&D Operations

Job Sub Function:

Multi-Family R&D Operations

Job Category:

People Leader

All Job Posting Locations:

Cincinnati Ohio United States of America Raritan New Jersey United States of America

Job Description:

About Surgery

Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology were developing the next generation of smarter less invasive more personalized treatments. Are you passionate about improving and expanding the possibilities of MedTech surgery Ready to join a team thats reimagining how we heal Our MedTech Surgery team will give you the chance to deliver surgical technologies and solutions to surgeons and healthcare professionals around the world. Your contributions will help effectively treat some of the worlds most prevalent conditions such as obesity cardiovascular disease and cancer. Patients are waiting. Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at

We are searching for the best talent for a Director of Innovation Productivity within the J&J MedTech Surgery R&D team. This role is critical in driving efficiency and acceleration across our R&D processes within a complex matrixed organization. The ideal candidate will utilize advanced technologies including artificial intelligence to identify and implement innovative solutions for process improvement. This will be a hybrid position (3 days on-site 2 remote) based in Raritan NJ or Cincinnati OH.

You will be responsible for:

• Analyze and deconstruct current product development and lifecycle maintenance processes to pinpoint areas for enhanced efficiency and speed.
• Lead cross-functional teams to assess existing workflows identify bottlenecks and recommend improvements.
• Develop and implement strategies leveraging emerging technologies to streamline operations and improve productivity.
• Utilize data analytics and AI tools to drive insights and facilitate data-driven decision-making.
• Lead initiatives aimed at optimizing processes that impact product development and lifecycle maintenance
• Cultivate a culture of innovation acceleration by sharing best practices and methodologies across the organization.
• Monitor industry trends and advancements in technology to identify potential applications in the R&D landscape.
• Prepare and present comprehensive reports to senior leadership on progress outcomes and recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Counsels R&D leader on opportunity spaces

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in a relevant field; advanced degree (MBA MS etc.) preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in process improvement roles particularly within R&D supply chain or program management.
• Proven track record of successfully implementing process improvements in a matrixed organization.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in utilizing data analytics and AI technologies.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to effectively work across departments and with various stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a demonstrated ability to think strategically and creatively.

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Subject to the terms of their respective plans employees are eligible to participate in the Companys consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).

This position is eligible to participate in the Companys long-term incentive program.

Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:

Vacation 120 hours per calendar year

Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado 48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington 56 hours per calendar year

Holiday pay including Floating Holidays 13 days per calendar year

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

Parental Leave 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child

Bereavement Leave 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year

Caregiver Leave 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period10 days

Volunteer Leave 32 hours per calendar year

Military Spouse Time-Off 80 hours per calendar year

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Johnson & Johnson is an 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 disability protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

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If you are under 18 years of age you (the candidate) may need to obtain the necessary working papers or other documentation required by state law to start the assignment as well as get a parents consent for the background check

Required Skills:

Preferred Skills:

Analytical Reasoning Clinical Trials Operations Data Management and Informatics Developing Others Ethical and Participant Safety Considerations Inclusive Leadership Industry Analysis Laboratory Operations Leadership Research and Development Research Documents Risk Management Safety-Oriented Stakeholder Engagement Technical Credibility Use of Laboratory Equipment

The anticipated base pay range for this position is :

$164000.00 - $282900.00

Additional Description for Pay Transparency:

Required Experience:

Director