Johnson & Johnson

Scientist, Translational Oncology

Johnson & Johnson$90K — $130K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • M.S. in life sciences with 3+ years or B.S. with 5+ years of relevant industry experience
  • Research experience in solid tumor biology and signaling pathways preferred
  • Hands-on with various cell and molecular biology techniques
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills
  • Ability to independently design and troubleshoot complex experiments
  • Strong time-management skills for managing multiple projects
  • Excellent communication skills for data documentation and presentations

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with TR/biomarker and lab leads to plan and execute experiments
  • Independently perform laboratory workflows delivering high-quality data
  • Communicate research findings through clear data summaries and presentations
  • Maintain accurate electronic lab documentation per data integrity standards
  • Coordinate with external partners to execute studies and generate reagents
  • Seek new methods and apply emerging techniques to enhance projects
  • Work within a matrix environment to align priorities and ensure timely outcomes

Benefits

  • Join a team focused on the elimination of cancer
  • Opportunity to work on pioneering projects that save lives
  • Collaborative, matrixed work environment allowing for innovation
  • Access to the latest scientific techniques and methods
  • Development opportunities in a mission-driven organization
Full Job Description

Job Function:

Discovery & Pre-Clinical/Clinical Development

Job Sub Function:

Translational Discovery & Development Biomarkers

Job Category:

Scientific/Technology

All Job Posting Locations:

Spring House, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Job Description:

About Innovative Medicine

Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science-based advancements. Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing the medicines of tomorrow.

Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way.

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About Oncology

Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science-based advancements. Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing the medicines of tomorrow.

Our Oncology team is focused on the elimination of cancer by discovering new pathways and modalities to finding treatments and cures. We lead where medicine is going and need innovators with an unwavering commitment to results.

Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way.

We are searching for the best talent for a Scientist, Translational Oncology.

Purpose: We are seeking a highly motivated Experienced Scientist to join the Translational Research (TR) team within the Gastrointestinal Malignancies Disease Area Stronghold (GIM DAS). In this laboratory-based role, the successful candidate will design, execute, and analyze preclinical experiments that advance TR and DAS objectives, including efforts to deepen understanding of target expression, tumor biology, mechanisms of response and resistance, and rational combination strategies for portfolio compounds in clinical development. The ideal candidate will bring strong scientific rigor and technical expertise, communicate results clearly, and collaborate effectively within a matrixed, cross-functional environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Work closely with TR/biomarker and lab leads to plan, design, execute, and analyze experiments that advance project and DAS objectives.
  • Independently perform and troubleshoot laboratory workflows to a high scientific standard, delivering high-quality data within established timelines.
  • Communicate findings via clear data summaries and presentations to key stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
  • Maintain accurate, timely ELN/lab documentation in alignment with data integrity requirements.
  • Coordinate work with external partners (e.g., CROs/vendors) to execute studies and/or generate reagents.
  • Proactively seek new methods, learn emerging techniques, and apply insights to advance projects.
  • Operate effectively in a matrixed environment by aligning priorities, proactively identifying risks, and enabling on-time delivery through strong collaboration and communication.

Requirements

  • M.S. in a life science discipline with 3+ years of relevant industry experience or B.S. in a life sciences discipline with 5+ years of relevant industry experience.
  • Proven track record of research experience in solid tumor biology and signaling pathways is strongly preferred.
  • Hands-on experience in a broad range of cell and molecular biology techniques, such as tissue culture, qPCR, immunoblotting, flow cytometry, ELISA, and cellular functional assays.
  • Attention to detail with strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills.
  • Ability to independently design, execute, and troubleshoot complex experiments, applying sound scientific rigor and appropriate controls.
  • Strong planning and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including clear documentation (e.g., ELN/lab notebooks), preparation of summaries, and effective presentation of data.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively in a matrix team environment.

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Preferred Skills:

Analytical Reasoning, Biomarkers, Business Writing, Coaching, Communication, Data Analysis, Drug Discovery Development, Interdisciplinary Work, Medical Compliance, Medical Technology, Preclinical Research, Report Writing, Scientific Research, Standard Scientific Processes and Procedures, Technologically Savvy, Translational Medicine

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