Medical Director, Early Development & Experimental Medicine (neuroscience)

Johnson & Johnson

Raritan, New Jersey, United States of America
Base: $199,000.00 - $343,850.00; bonus/equity: eli...
Hybrid
Neuroscience early development
Experimental medicine
Clinical strategy development
The Clinical Leader for Neuroscience Early Development & Experimental Medicine will serve as the clinical lead for one or multiple early‑stage programs in Neuroscience, accountable for shaping the clinical strategy, designing and overseeing early‑phase clinical studies, and driving programs from first‑in‑human through Proof‑of‑Concept

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, accountable for shaping the clinical strategy, designing and overseeing early‑phase clinical studies, and driving programs from first‑in‑human through Proof‑of‑Concept.
  • This role requires deep scientific and clinical expertise in neuroscience, strong leadership in cross‑functional drug development, and the ability to operate in an innovation‑focused matrix environment.
  • Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual, respecting diversity and dignity, and recognizing merit.

Matching 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, accountable for shaping the clinical strategy, designing and overseeing early‑phase clinical studies, and driving programs from first‑in‑human through Proof‑of‑Concept.

Salary

Base: $199,000.00 - $343,850.00; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for long-term incentive program; Benefits: Vacation, Sick time, Holiday pay, Work/Personal/Family Time, Parental Leave, Bereavement Leave, Caregiver Leave, Volunteer Leave, Military Spouse Time-Off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Neuroscience early development
  • Experimental medicine
  • Clinical strategy development
  • Early-phase clinical trials
  • Translational neuroscience
  • Biomarker strategies

Nice-to-have

  • Patient-focused innovation
  • Agile, innovation-driven environment
  • Scientific excellence
  • Collaborative innovation

Key Requirements

  • MD, MD/PhD, or equivalent clinical degree
  • Board certification in Neurology or Psychiatry strongly preferred
  • Minimum 5 years of clinical research experience
  • Demonstrated experience leading early‑phase clinical trials
  • Experience in Parkinson’s disease and Alzheimer’s Disease highly desirable

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