Associate Director

Job Function Data Analytics & Computational Sciences Sub Function Data Science Category Scientific/Technology Job Description We are searching for the best talent for Associate Director, AI Next Frontiers to be in Titusville, NJ. Purpose The Associate Director, AI Next Frontier will serve as a key leader in shaping, building, and scaling next-generation AI capabilities across Marketing, Patient, and Commercial Operations within the US Pharmaceutical organization. This role is focused on reimagining commercial engagement through Generative AI and Agentic AI — enabling intelligent, personalized, and scalable experiences with HCPs, patients, payers, and internal stakeholders. Responsibilities Contribute to the AI Next Frontier roadmap, lead high-impact AI product initiatives across all three pillars, and drive the development and deployment of AI-powered solutions that unlock growth, efficiency, and innovation across the commercial enterprise. Lead end‑to‑end AI product development across all three pillars, including ideation, design, development, deployment, and performance measurement. Translate business needs from Marketing, Patient, and Commercial Operations stakeholders into scalable AI‑driven solutions and product opportunities. Drive cross‑functional collaboration with stakeholders across Marketing, Sales, Patient Services, Commercial Operations, and Medical Affairs. Partner with data science, engineering, and design teams to deliver production‑ready AI solutions integrated into the Engagement.AI ecosystem (WithMe CRM and Connext). Support evaluation and management of external AI vendors, platforms, and strategic partnerships across all three pillars. Establish and contribute to best practices for AI product development, experimentation, and scaling across the commercial organization. Ensure all AI initiatives align with regulatory, privacy, ethical, and medical/legal/regulatory (MLR) standards. Champion adoption of AI capabilities across Marketing, Patient, and Commercial Operations teams, fostering a culture of innovation and experimentation. Qualifications / Requirements Master’s degree required; PhD preferred. Advanced degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Engineering, Marketing Analytics, Business Analytics, or related field preferred. 7+ years of experience in AI, machine learning, data science, marketing technology, commercial analytics, or advanced analytics. Demonstrated experience leading AI‑driven transformation initiatives across marketing, patient services, or commercial operations. Strong expertise in modern AI technologies including Generative AI (LLMs), Agentic AI systems, NLP, and machine learning. Hands‑on experience with LLM applications, prompt engineering, RAG architectures, and/or AI agents. Ability to translate complex business needs across marketing, patient, and commercial operations into AI product strategies and scalable solutions. Experience collaborating with cross‑functional teams across business and technical domains. Experience evaluating or working with external AI vendors and enterprise AI platforms. Excellent communication, storytelling, and stakeholder influence skills across both technical and executive audiences. Pharma, healthcare, or regulated industry experience preferred. Familiarity with CRM platforms (e.g., Veeva, Salesforce), omnichannel marketing ecosystems, and patient hub operations a plus. Preferred Skills Advanced Analytics Consulting Critical Thinking Data Analysis Data Privacy Standards Data Quality Data Reporting Data Savvy Data Science Data Visualization Digital Fluency Econometric Models Mentorship Strategic Thinking Tactical Planning Technical Credibility Location Based in Titusville, NJ or Horsham, PA with required travel between both locations. EEO Statement 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. Pay & Benefits The anticipated base pay range for this position is $137,000 to $235,750 USD. Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long‑term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance. Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)). Eligible for the company’s long‑term incentive program. Vacation –120 hours per calendar year. Sick time - 40 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. Condolence leave – 30 days for an immediate family member: 5 days for an extended family member. Caregiver leave – 10 days. Volunteer leave – 4 days. Military spouse time‑off – 80 hours. #J-18808-Ljbffr