Manager, Medical Affairs

At Johnson & Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,where treatments are smarter and less invasive, andsolutions 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 jnj.com As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit. Job Function Technology Product & Platform Management Job Sub Function Technical Product Management Job Category People Leader All Job Posting Locations: New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States of America, Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, United States of America, Raynham, Massachusetts, United States of America, Warsaw, Indiana, United States of America, West Chester, Pennsylvania, United States of America Job Description Job Overview This role serves as the technology product owner for Medical Affairs digital capabilities, partnering closely with Medical, Clinical, Regulatory, Quality, and R&D teams to deliver compliant, scalable, and user centered technology solutions. The Manager, Technology Product Owner plays a critical role in translating Medical Affairs needs into prioritized product roadmaps, ensuring technology solutions support scientific engagement, evidence generation, and patient outcomes while meeting regulatory and quality standards. This position offers the opportunity to shape the future of Medical Affairs technology and reports into the DePuy Synthes Technology organization. Key Responsibilities Own and manage the end-to-end product lifecycle for Medical Affairs technology solutions, from strategy and roadmap through delivery and continuous improvement. Partner with Medical Affairs, R&D, Clinical, Regulatory, Quality, and IT stakeholders to translate business and scientific needs into clear product requirements and priorities. Define and maintain product roadmaps, backlogs, and success metrics aligned with organizational strategy and compliance requirements. Lead the application of AI, advanced analytics, and automation to modernize R&D platforms, accelerating product development, improving scientific and engineering insights, and strengthening end-to-end decision making while enabling scalable, compliant, and efficient R&D operations from discovery through lifecycle management. Lead prioritization decisions by balancing value, risk, compliance, cost, and technical feasibility. Ensure solutions comply with applicable regulations, data privacy standards, and internal quality systems. Collaborate with delivery teams using agile and hybrid methodologies to ensure timely, high-quality execution. Manage vendor and partner relationships supporting Medical Affairs technology platforms. Drive adoption and value realization through change management, training, and stakeholder engagement. Apply Johnson & Johnson’s Credo and Leadership Imperatives in all interactions and decisions. Qualifications Education Bachelor’s degree required in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related field. Master’s degree (MBA, MS, or equivalent) preferred. Required Experience and Skills 6-8 years of experience owning or managing digital products or platforms supporting Medical Affairs, R&D, or regulated healthcare environments. Working knowledge of enterprise systems, data platforms, cloud technologies, and system integrations within regulated industries. Understanding of SDLC, agile/product management practices, and technology risk management. Ability to translate Medical Affairs and scientific needs into clear, prioritized technology requirements. Experience working within regulated environments (e.g., medical devices, pharmaceuticals, life sciences). Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on value delivery and outcomes. Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence without direct authority. Strong communication skills to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders at all levels. Experience mentoring team members and promoting a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Preferred Experience supporting Medical Affairs use cases such as scientific engagement, evidence generation, medical information, or clinical data analytics. Prior experience as a Product Owner, Product Manager, or Technology Manager in a global organization. Familiarity with regulatory expectations impacting Medical Affairs technology (e.g., data privacy, audit readiness). Experience managing external technology vendors or system integrators. Other Language: Proficiency in English required. Travel: Up to 10-20%, primarily domestic, with occasional international travel. Certifications such as Product Owner, Agile, or Project Management (e.g., CSPO, SAFe, PMP) preferred. For more information on how we support the whole health of our employees throughout their wellness, career and life journey, please visit Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopedics business to establish a standalone orthopedics company, operating as DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months, subject to legal requirements, including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies, as may be required, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes and your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by DePuy Synthes at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes. 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. Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, external applicants please contact us via internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource. #DePuySynthesCareers Required Skills Preferred Skills Analytical Reasoning, Consulting, Cost Management, Developing Others, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Inclusive Leadership, Leadership, People Performance Management, Performance Measurement, Product Development, Product Strategies, Project Management Methodology (PMM), Research and Development, Resource Management, Software Development Management, Strategic Supply Chain Management, Team Management The anticipated base pay range for this position is : $102,000.00 - $177,100.00 #J-18808-Ljbffr Johnson & Johnson MedTech