Research And Development Leadership Development Program (rdldp)- 2026 Full-time Phd

J&J FAMILY OF COMPANIES

Santa Clara, California, United States of America
Base: $123,000.00; bonus/equity: eligible for annu...
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Resolve advanced materials
Design development
Manufacturing and commercialization
** Johnson & Johnson is seeking candidates for its Research and Development Leadership Development Program (RDLDP) for PhD graduates in engineering, set to start in 2026. The program is a two-year rotational opportunity focused on innovative medical technology development, emphasizing collaboration across various R&D functions. **

Job Summary

  • The MedTech Research & Development Leadership Development Program (RDLDP) is a two-year dynamic rotational program offering assignment experiences supporting innovative R&D teams.
  • Responsibilities include participating in or leading rotational assignments, supporting product design development, manufacturing, and commercialization, and developing automated medical devices.
  • Additional responsibilities in Global Regulatory Affairs/Public Policy involve conducting policy-focused research, synthesizing evidence, and informing regulatory strategy and market access.

Matching Summary

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** Johnson & Johnson is seeking candidates for its Research and Development Leadership Development Program (RDLDP) for PhD graduates in engineering, set to start in 2026. The program is a two-year rotational opportunity focused on innovative medical technology development, emphasizing collaboration across various R&D functions. **

Salary

Base: $123,000.00; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for annual performance bonus and sign-on/early incentive bonus; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement plan, savings plan, long-term incentive program, paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • resolve advanced materials
  • design development
  • manufacturing and commercialization
  • automated medical devices
  • policy-focused research
  • synthesize evidence
  • regulatory strategy

Nice-to-have

  • cross-functional collaboration
  • technologically advanced environment
  • thought leadership
  • external engagement
  • critical thinking skills
  • intellectual curiosity

Key Requirements

  • Engineering PhD Program graduating May 2025-June 2026
  • Mechanical, Mechatronics, Robotics, Electrical, Computer, Systems, Software, Computer Science, Materials Science, Biomedical, Optical, Bioinformatics
  • Machine Learning, IoT, Embedded Software, Deep Machine Learning, Prototyping, Robot Design, Systems Reliability, Camera Optics, Image quality, Vision or Image Quality Assessment Firmware, and hardware integration
  • Minimum GPA of 3.3
  • Validated leadership experience
  • Ability to relocate anywhere in the United States

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