Johnson & Johnson

Sr. Principal R&D Project Manager - Shockwave Medical

Johnson & Johnson$134K — $231K *
Hospitals & Medical Centers
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS/BA in science, engineering or business administration or equivalent experience.
  • 12+ years of experience in the Medical Device sector with at least 7 years in project management.
  • Knowledge of Quality System Regulations (QSR), ISO standards, and MDR requirements.
  • Project Management training and/or certification preferred.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines while fostering teamwork.

Responsibilities

  • Manage cross-functional activities following the product development lifecycle.
  • Develop project strategies and maintain organizational alignment.
  • Drive multiple projects simultaneously with diverse team members.
  • Oversee product development phases from Feasibility to Market Release.
  • Create and publish progress reports and dashboards for stakeholders.
  • Provide formal communication and updates using strong presentation skills.
  • Mentor junior project managers and lead complex projects from inception to launch.

Benefits

  • Consolidated retirement plan participation.
  • Long-term incentive program eligibility.
  • 120 hours of vacation per year.
  • 40 hours of sick time, with variations by state.
  • 13 days of holiday pay, including floating holidays.
Full Job Description
Job Function:
Project/Program Management Group

Job Sub Function:
R&D Project Management

Job Category:
Professional

All Job Posting Locations:
Santa Clara, California, United States of America

Job Description:

Johnson & Johnson is hiring for a Sr. Principal R&D Project Manager- Shockwave Medical to join our team located in Santa Clara, CA.

Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we're developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments. Ready to join a team that's pioneering the development and commercialization of Intravascular Lithotripsy (IVL) to treat complex calcified cardiovascular disease. Our Shockwave Medical portfolio aims to establish a new standard of care for medical device treatment of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease through its differentiated and proprietary local delivery of sonic pressure waves for the treatment of calcified plaque.

Position Overview

The Sr. Principal R&D Project Manager is responsible for product development, resource, and project management activities associated with executing the company's goals for product commercialization. Responsible for gaining cross functional alignment on strategic vision and goals of projects, meeting project goals and ensuring that appropriate resources are identified and allocated. The role supports R&D New Product Development and/or On Market.

Essential Job Functions
• Manage and coordinate all cross-functional activities within the project and consistent with company's new product development lifecycle and Design Control requirements.
• Highly skilled in project planning, risk management, project execution and communication to all levels of the organization.
• Establish project strategy, vision, and maintain organizational alignment to it, both inside and outside the team.
• Effectively drive multiple parallel projects with unique cross-functional team members.
• Oversee all phases of the product development process from Feasibility to Market Release, with excellent understanding of Design Control principles.
• Publish routine dashboards and reports that effectively communicate progress, risk and achievements of the overall portfolio.
• Develop and deliver formal communications, including effective presentation skills.
• Hands-on management and tracking of overall team progress and ability to provide detailed management status reports and updates.
• Mentoring other Project Managers in the group as needed.
• Ability to lead complex new product development projects from concept to launch.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements
• BS/BA in science, engineering or business administration or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• 12+ years of Medical Device experience including a minimum of 7 years of project management experience in the medical device industry.
• Experience in Quality System Regulations (QSR) 21 CFR 820, ISO 13485, MDR requirements, and other applicable regulations as required.
• Project Management specific training and/or certification is highly preferred.
• Experience with developing, implementing, and monitoring process improvement initiatives, project management frameworks and methodologies.
• Highly capable performing under the pressure of multiple competing deadlines while maintaining a cooperative and constructive working relationship with others
• Demonstrated ability to influence at all functions and levels of the organization.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, adept at navigating organizational challenges and possess ability to work through others and accomplish objectives.
• Outstanding verbal & written communication skills.
• High level of enthusiasm, motivation, and drive for results.
• Proven ability to navigate ambiguity.

Required Skills:

Preferred Skills:
Agility Jumps, Business Alignment, Coaching, Collaboration, Continuous Improvement, Operational Excellence, Performance Measurement, Process Control, Process Improvements, Project Management Methodology (PMM), Project Management Office (PMO), Project Reporting, Project Schedule, Quality Control (QC), Research and Development, Tactical Planning, Technical Credibility

The anticipated base pay range for this position is :
$134,000.00 - $231,150.00

Additional Description for 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.

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 - 480 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

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