Medical Director, Early Development & Experimental Medicine (neuroscience)

J&J FAMILY OF COMPANIES

Raritan, New Jersey, United States of America
Base: $199,000.00 - $343,850.00; bonus/equity: not...
Hybrid
Early-phase clinical trial design
Neuroscience clinical expertise
Cross-functional drug development leadership
Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Medical Director for Early Development & Experimental Medicine in Neuroscience to lead clinical strategies and oversee early-phase studies. The ideal candidate will possess extensive expertise in neuroscience, particularly in neurodegenerative diseases, and exhibit strong leadership in a collaborative environment

Job Summary

  • The Clinical Leader for Neuroscience Early Development & Experimental Medicine will serve as the clinical lead for one or multiple early-stage programs in Neuroscience, shaping clinical strategy and driving programs from first-in-human through Proof-of-Concept.
  • Johnson & Johnson provides an inclusive work environment respecting diversity and offers comprehensive benefits including retirement plans, vacation, sick time, parental leave, and volunteer leave.
  • The role involves partnering closely with discovery, precision measures, clinical pharmacology, biostatistics, regulatory, and external academic collaborators to advance transformative therapies for patients.

Matching Summary

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Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Medical Director for Early Development & Experimental Medicine in Neuroscience to lead clinical strategies and oversee early-phase studies. The ideal candidate will possess extensive expertise in neuroscience, particularly in neurodegenerative diseases, and exhibit strong leadership in a collaborative environment.

Salary

Base: $199,000.00 - $343,850.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Retirement plan, 401(k), long-term incentive program, paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Early-phase clinical trial design
  • Neuroscience clinical expertise
  • Cross-functional drug development leadership
  • Biomarker and precision medicine integration
  • Regulatory alignment and engagement
  • Clinical study execution oversight

Nice-to-have

  • Innovative trial designs
  • Digital health tools experience
  • Collaborative innovation culture
  • Stakeholder management
  • Scientific research leadership
  • Global market knowledge

Key Requirements

  • MD, MD/PhD, or equivalent clinical degree
  • Board certification in Neurology or Psychiatry preferred
  • Minimum 5 years clinical research experience
  • Experience leading early-phase clinical trials
  • Deep knowledge of neurodegenerative diseases
  • Strong translational neuroscience expertise

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