Job Description

About the Role
Title:
Director of Biosurgery, Life Cycle Management
R&D - MedTech
Location:
Raritan, New Jersey, United States of America
Job Description:
At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at
jnj.com
As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.
Job Function:
Enterprise Management
Job SubFunction:
R&D Management
Job Category:
Professional
All Job Posting Locations:
Raritan, New Jersey, United States of America
Job Description:
About Surgery
Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments.
Are you passionate about improving and expanding the possibilities of surgery? Ready to join a team that’s reimagining how we heal? Our Surgery team will give you the chance to deliver surgical technologies and solutions to surgeons and healthcare professionals around the world. Your contributions will help effectively treat some of the world’s most prevalent conditions such as obesity, cardiovascular disease and cancer. Patients are waiting.
Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech
We are searching for the best talent for a
Director of Biosurgery, R&D, Life Cycle Management (LCM)
to support our handheld medical devices business.
This role will be located in Raritan, NJ & work a Flex/Hybrid schedule with 3 days per week on-site
.
Our business offers a broad range of products and technologies, including surgical staplers, clip appliers, trocars and sealing devices—that are used in a wide variety of minimally invasive and open surgical procedures.
Purpose:
The Director of Biosurgery R&D, Life Cycle Management (LCM) is responsible for leading the team that technically supports the marketed Biosurgery portfolio to best serve the needs of the customers and business while addressing changing compliance needs in the global marketplace. They are the primary R&D representative on all LCM governance councils for the Biosurgery platform with Global Strategic Marketing, Supply Chain, Quality and Regulatory on how to maximize value on the existing portfolio and ensure and enhance compliance. They are accountable for developing value creation opportunities including new claims/new applications of existing products, developing the business case and prioritizing within the platform. As a member of the Biosurgery R&D Leadership Team, this role leads lifecycle management strategy and execution for the assigned business segment, ensuring portfolio value, compliance, and operational excellence. The Director builds and develops a high‑performing team, manages resources effectively, and partners closely with leaders across the organization to drive impact.
You will be responsible for:
LCM Project Governance
Lead governance of LCM projects including CAPAs
Manage resource and capability needs to deliver project against timelines
Lead finished product LCM governance, strategy and project execution globally
Partner closely with Supply Chain on project Strategy and Execution
Lead Claims Process and Strategy Development
Develop new capabilities in claims strategy, claims development and execution as the cross functional leader. Manage these projects as part of an integrated pipeline partnering with other leaders in R&D and GSM
Support LCM operating model redesign
This role leads the segment specific Lifecycle Management (LCM) strategy in the post separation operating model, ensuring strong alignment with New Product Development (NPD) to maximize clarity, efficiency, and portfolio impact
The leader represents the LCM function across segment specific governance forums, driving streamlined decision making and organizational effectiveness
Talent Development
Develop diverse R&D team with a mindset for scaling best practices and continuous learning on process improvements
Develop team skills in complex collaborations across R&D and Supply Chain
Drive Culture of challenging bureaucracy
Help lead cultural change for broader organization from following-the-process towards improving-the-process by challenging the status quo, i.e. increase individual accountability and ownership of process
Champion for leading change and new ways of working and a role model for leading effectively through ambiguity
Qualifications and Requirements:
BS in Engineering/Science is
required
preferably in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Polymer Science or Biomedical Engineering; Advanced Degree (MS, PhD) in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Polymer Science or Biomedical Engineering is
preferred
.
Significant experience in R&D, lifecycle management, or related leadership roles within MedTech, medical devices, or healthcare is
required.
Proven people and change leadership skills, including 8+ years of people leadership experience, with the ability to lead cross‑functional teams and drive transformation in dynamic, matrixed environments is
required
.
Experience working across global markets and regulatory environments is
required
.
Proven ability to lead organizational change and operational transformation is
required
.
Demonstrated success leading global, cross‑functional teams in a matrixed environment is
required
.
Strong strategic thinking, decision‑making, and executive communication skills
Strong engineering foundation combined with advanced problem‑solving, analytical, and project management capabilities to lead complex lifecycle initiatives is
required
.
Excellent collaboration and influencing skills, enabling effective partnership across R&D, Supply Chain, Quality, Regulatory, and commercial functions
Excellent collaboration and influencing skills, enabling effective partnership across R&D, Supply Chain, Quality, Regulatory, and commercial functions is preferred.
Experience in Biosurgical product categories (hemostats, sealants, adhesives, tissue scaffolds) and/or Wound Closure type products (needles, sutures, tapes, topical skin adhesives, dressings, Wound Care products, etc.) is preferred.
This position requires approximately
20% domestic and/or international travel
.
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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.
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Required Skills:
Preferred Skills:
Competitive Landscape Analysis, Consulting, Continuous Improvement, Corporate Management, Customer Intelligence, Design Mindset, Industry Analysis, Interdisciplinary Work, Mentorship, Operational Excellence, Product Development, Product Development Lifecycle, Qualitative Research, Research and Development, Tactical Planning, Technical Credibility
The anticipated base pay range for this position is :
$164,000.00 - $282,900.00
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)).
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
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For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: - https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits