Senior Manager, R&D Technology Product Owner (Lab Informatics & Digital Platforms)

Leading expert individual contributor who is viewed as a valuable resource by peers, who manages large projects or processes. Contributes to the management of daily Laboratory Operations including supporting leadership and computing equipment tracking and management. Maintains stock of necessary supplies and equipment. Prepares documents for internal staff and new hires, informing all relevant parties of established safety protocol and inspection policies. Conducts advanced management of equipment through communicating with various laboratories and contractors to buy, service, and retire equipment, focusing on maximizing efficiency in the use of laboratory resources. Develops methods for information and data organization, including arranging servers, data files, meeting minutes, and scientific sample management. Evaluates laboratory teams to ensure safety and operational policies are being followed. Advises on documents for internal staff and new hires, informing all relevant parties of established safety protocol and inspection policies. Recommends investments in technology, equipment, systems, or other assets that will enhance laboratory performance. Provides expert knowledge on laboratory affairs to authorized parties. Guides junior colleagues through consultation and mentoring in techniques and processes, and provides functional (matrix) supervision. Integrates Johnson & Johnson's Credo and Leadership Imperatives into team goals and decision making. Job Description Location : Raynham, Massachusetts DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a(n) Sr. Manager, TPO R&D Labs . 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. Job Overview The Sr. Manager, TPO R&D Labs serves as the primary owner of global R&D Lab technology products supporting traditional R&D labs and R&D medical device software development labs. This role partners closely with R&D, R&D lab technicians, cyber security, and IT stakeholders to translate business and scientific needs into scalable, compliant technology solutions. The role has a direct impact on accelerating innovation, improving data quality, and enabling efficient research and development that supports DePuy Synthes' orthopedic portfolio. This position plays a critical role in modernizing the R&D Lab employee experience while supporting innovation, cyber security, compliance, and operational excellence across DePuy Synthes R&D Labs, and reports into the DePuy Synthes Technology organization. Key Responsibilities Own the product vision, roadmap, and lifecycle for R&D Lab applications, ensuring alignment with business, technology, and cyber security strategies. Partner with R&D Labs, IT, and cyber security stakeholders to translate lab-specific needs into clear product requirements and priorities. Lead backlog management, prioritization, and release planning, balancing value, risk, and regulatory requirements. Drive delivery of secure, compliant, and scalable R&D Lab solutions, ensuring adherence to J&J Credo, data privacy, and regulatory standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external vendors to deliver high-quality solutions on time and within scope. Establish and monitor product performance metrics, user adoption, and continuous improvement opportunities. Lead change management and communication efforts to ensure successful global adoption across R&D Labs. Mentor and guide junior product owners or analysts, fostering strong product management practices. 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. Qualifications Education Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, Human Resources, or a related field (required). Master’s degree or MBA (preferred). Experience and Skills Required: 8-10 years of progressive experience in IT product management, product ownership, or technology leadership roles. Proven experience owning R&D Lab applications. Strong understanding of infrastructure needs for R&D labs. Strong understanding of Agile and product management methodologies. Experience working with cross-functional teams in complex, regulated environments. Demonstrated ability to translate business needs into technology solutions and roadmaps. Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and decision-making skills. Preferred: Experience supporting Medical Device R&D labs. Experience with cyber security requirements for R&D product software development labs. Familiarity with data privacy, compliance, and validation requirements in regulated industries. Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Ability to influence without authority in a matrixed organization. Other: Travel: Up to 15% domestic and/or international. Certifications: Product Owner, Agile, or Project Management certifications (preferred). 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. 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