Job Function:
Discovery & Pre-Clinical/Clinical Development
Job Sub Function:
Biological Research
Job Category:
Scientific/Technology
All Job Posting Locations:
Irvine, California, United States of America
Job Description:
An internal pre-identified candidate for consideration has been identified. However, all applications will be considered.We are searching for the best talent for a Senior Scientist, R&D.
TheSenior Scientist, R&D, functions as a key team member by energetically supporting the goals of Research and Development . The Senior Scientist collaborates with associates of diverse technical backgrounds and efficiently executes the bench top and pre-clinical evaluation of Johnson & Johnson medical device products as per internal procedures and global standards and regulations. This person applies technical expertise, ingenuity, business experience, and independent judgment to solve complex problems, design and implement strategies and procedures for device testing. Furthermore, this person interacts closely with several departments and provides consultative direction throughout the product development cycle to meet essential requirements necessary to achieve a high-quality product.
Responsibilities:
Oversees, devises, implements, and analyses test systems, procedures, and test results for the evaluation of J&J MD products.
Designs, initiates, coordinates, and interprets investigations for bench top and pre-clinical studies for J&J MD materials and products.
Applies technical expertise to solve complex problems related to the ISO 10993 standards and regulatory authority requirements for product safety.
Interacts closely with and provides consultative direction as well as technical guidance to R&D, Clinical Affairs, Regulatory Affairs, and Product Stewardship.
Manages prioritization and communicates resource needs and updates in project support to the PMO and Manager. Maintains effective communication of business-related issues or opportunities to next management level and if necessary, SMEs, via proper communication methods and/or tools.
Identifies and evaluates potential risks and drives resolution with team members, peers, PMO and management.
Evaluates, identifies, and leads continuous improvement activities and actively participates in shaping the organization.
Provides guidance to and assist in developing junior scientists on the team and foster career development.
Responsible for ensuring personal and company compliance with all Federal, State, local and Company regulations, policies, and procedures.
Responsible for following all Company guidelines related to Health, Safety and Environmental practices as applicable.
Responsible for ensuring personal and Company compliance with all Federal, State, local and Company regulations, policies, and procedures
Performs other duties assigned as needed
Qualifications:
A Bachelors or Masters degree or PhD in biology, chemistry, biomedical engineering or a related scientific field
A minimum 4-6 years of experience in pre-clinical assessment and evaluation in a medical device, pharmaceutical, and/or consumer product company or similar combination of professional training and multi-year experience in the industry.
Experience working in a regulated environment of medical device safety and supporting product submission and audit is required; support for worldwide market registration is preferred.
Ability to work collaboratively as a team member across various functions and disciplines in a challenging and changing environment is required.
Demonstrates leadership qualities including confidence, transparency, integrity, innovation, passion, patience, and tenacity.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Interacts appropriately with all internal and cross-functional partners and demonstrates effective use of conflict resolution skills.
Proactive and self-directed performance in an unsupervised environment and tenacity to overcome major obstacles are required. Demonstrates ability to delegate tasks.
Able to drive problem resolution efficiently and proactively through effective use of analytical and problem-solving skills.
Effectively uses team, mentoring and motivational skills to help less experienced SMEs to perform and achieve success.
Required Skills:
Preferred Skills:
Analytical Reasoning, Clinical Data Management, Communication, Data Analysis, Data Compilation, Data Savvy, Design of Experiments (DOE), Drug Discovery Development, Innovation, Molecular Diagnostics, Pharmaceutical Microbiology, Product Knowledge, Project Management, Scientific Research, Technologically Savvy
The anticipated base pay range for this position is :
$92,000.00 - $148,350.00
Additional Description for Pay Transparency:
Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Companys consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).
This position is eligible to participate in the Companys long-term incentive program.
Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:
Vacation 120 hours per calendar year
Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado 48 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 30 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
Bereavement Leave 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
Caregiver Leave 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period10 days
Volunteer Leave 32 hours per calendar year
Military Spouse Time-Off 80 hours per calendar year
For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: - https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits
