Director, Search & Evaluation - Asia Pacific

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine

Shanghai, China
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External innovation sourcing
Life science ecosystem engagement
Therapeutic area alignment
Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Director of Search & Evaluation for Asia Pacific, based in Shanghai, China, to strengthen external innovation partnerships within the life sciences ecosystem. The ideal candidate should have a significant background in R&D, particularly in oncology, immunology, or neuroscience, and possess strong relationship management skills. ###

Job Summary

  • The aim of Johnson & Johnson’s external innovation group is to successfully compete for the top science and transformational innovation externally, including at universities, biotech companies and elsewhere in the life sciences industry ecosystem.
  • This leader will be responsible for proactively shaping and nurturing key relationships and stakeholders (prioritized academic research centers, venture capital investors, life science and health technology incubators and start-ups) to ensure J&J is perceived as a “Partner of Choice” in their respective regions.
  • Ensuring that all interactions and engagements are carried out with the highest ethical and professional standards and that all work is accomplished with quality and in accordance with J&J Credo.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Director of Search & Evaluation for Asia Pacific, based in Shanghai, China, to strengthen external innovation partnerships within the life sciences ecosystem. The ideal candidate should have a significant background in R&D, particularly in oncology, immunology, or neuroscience, and possess strong relationship management skills. ###

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • External innovation sourcing
  • Life science ecosystem engagement
  • Therapeutic Area alignment
  • Due diligence
  • Relationship building with stakeholders

Nice-to-have

  • Thought leadership
  • Partner of Choice perception
  • Cross-functional collaboration

Key Requirements

  • Doctoral level degree required
  • 8-10 years broad R&D experience
  • Experience in scientific search and evaluation
  • Experience leading and motivating a team preferred
  • Experience developing valuable relationships
  • Experience assessing competitive environments
  • Experience conducting due diligence
  • Solid communication skills

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