Senior Director, Compound Development Team Leader - Oncology

Job Function Discovery & Pre-Clinical/Clinical Development Job Sub Function Clinical Development & Research – Non-MD Job Category Scientific/Technology Locations Raritan, New Jersey, United States of America Spring House, Pennsylvania, United States of America Job Description Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine is recruiting for a Senior Director, Compound Development Team Leader (CDTL). The CDTL provides leadership to a cross‑functional strategic compound development team and leads the development and execution of the compound strategy. They also champion the product/brand and manage communication alignment on all CDT matters. Our Oncology team focuses on the elimination of cancer by discovering new pathways and modalities. We lead where medicine is going and need innovators with an unwavering commitment to results. Key Responsibilities Actively contribute to Compound Strategy decision‑making by ensuring relevant research, analysis, and expertise is available. Lead CDT in partnership with line functions to develop the compound such that its value is maximized over its lifecycle while costs and time are minimized without sacrificing quality. Build team effectiveness and lead the Compound Development Team (CDT) to achieve its goals through the networks of people/functions represented on the team and negotiate with function heads on functional deliverables when necessary. Challenge all functions on CDT to ensure that all issues and questions are addressed, and that line function input into strategy and plans is adequate to meet the needs of the compound. Lead the development and maintenance of the compound development strategy in collaboration with the Project Manager (PM). Identify potential issues and lead contingency planning; lead CDT problem solving and apply decision‑making tools and techniques to drive effective and efficient decisions. Lead resolution of conflict at the CDT, Oncology Senior Leadership Team (Oncology SLT), Development Committee (DC), Investment Committee (IC), Group Operating Committee (GOC) and joint steering committees for partnered compounds and senior management levels. Ensure successful implementation of clinical supplies strategy. Accountable for overall budget and project plan deliverables. Act as co‑chair of global project teams with Alliance partners and align global strategy within a partnership, as applicable. Major collaborator for the internal Alliance Managers for partnered compounds. Ensure lessons learned at critical nodes in the development path. Lead the communication of strategy, issues, and plans to the PMC, Oncology SLT, DC, IC, GOC, alliance partners, JPKK, regional management boards, and other key stakeholders. Represent the interests of the compound/brand along with the global commercial lead at the Oncology SLT. Build and maintain team effectiveness and satisfaction. Drive innovation by benchmarking. Work with functional management to secure required resources for project success, influence optimal team composition, align goals and objectives with CDT members, coach and guide CDT members, and provide input for performance evaluation of CDT members. General Requirements Preferred to hold a PhD, MD or M.D./Ph.D. with a minimum of 8‑10 years of experience, or a Master’s with 10‑12 years of experience or equivalent experience in a leadership role within a research‑driven pharmaceutical company. Experience in leading clinical development programs in the appropriate therapeutic area is preferred. Demonstrated solid understanding and involvement in the entire drug development process. Proven ability to work cross‑functionally with interdisciplinary teams to access and optimize resources for development programs and experience working in a matrix organization. Business oriented with a proven record of managing resources and budgets and leading projects through successful transition from Discovery to Early Development and through preclinical and clinical development to Phase 2b within the therapeutic area. Excellent communication and leadership skills; strong track record of producing results in a matrix‑based environment. Domestic and international travel may be required, approximately 10–25%. High performing individual demonstrating outstanding leadership, influence, and communication skills. Strong problem‑solving skills for developing creative solutions and meeting project objectives. Strong project planning and tracking skills. Demonstrated ability for strategic thinking and contingency planning. Expert knowledge of the drug development process and familiarity with pharmaceutical portfolio risk management. Must understand requirements for successful commercialization of a new product. Expert interpersonal skills for bridging between scientific and business participants, negotiating timelines, resources and for effective international collaborations. Expert oral and written communication skills, allowing effective interactions with all levels of the organization. Expert critical and objective interpretation of scientific and commercial information. Expert analytical skills for integrating and interpreting interdisciplinary project information. High degree of organizational awareness and understanding of change management. Required Skills Global Drug Development, Oncology Drug Development, Pharmaceutical Development Preferred Skills Clinical Evaluations, Clinical Trial Protocols, Consulting, Cross‑Functional Collaboration, Design Mindset, Drug Discovery Development, Entrepreneurship, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Lateral Leadership, Medicines and Device Development and Regulation, Program Management, Regulatory Affairs Management, Relationship Building, Safety‑Oriented, Scientific Research, Strategic Change, Study Management Pay Base pay range: $196,000.00 – $342,700.00 Pay Transparency Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are 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. Benefits Vacation – 120 hours per calendar year. Sick time – 40 hours per calendar year (48 hours for Colorado residents, 56 hours for Washington residents). 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 immediate family member; 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year. Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52‑week rolling period. Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year. Military Spouse Time‑Off – 80 hours per calendar year. For additional general information on Company benefits, please visit: #J-18808-Ljbffr Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine