The R&D Director will lead a team developing materials for contact lens and ocular implant products, driving innovation and commercialization aligned with Johnson & Johnson Vision's goals
Job Summary
The R&D Director will lead a team developing materials for contact lens and ocular implant products, driving innovation and commercialization aligned with Johnson & Johnson Vision's goals.
This role involves managing research priorities, resource allocation, and fostering impactful chemistry and material innovations to improve vision treatments.
Johnson & Johnson is committed to diversity, inclusion, and providing accommodations during the interview process for individuals with disabilities.
Matching Summary
The R&D Director will lead a team developing materials for contact lens and ocular implant products, driving innovation and commercialization aligned with Johnson & Johnson Vision's goals.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Synthetic chemistry innovation
Raw material development
Team leadership in scientific research
Project management for product development
Material characterization and scale-up
Collaboration with internal and external partners
Nice-to-have
Cross-functional team leadership
Continuous process improvement
Strategic supplier relationship management
Regulatory submission experience
Intellectual property creation
Key Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field
8-12 years experience (PhD preferred with 6-10 years)
Proven technology or product launch success
Strong project management skills
Experience with regulatory material specifications