Principal Scientist, Preclinical Surgeon

Johnson & Johnson MedTech

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States
Not specified (assumed on-site in cincinnati, oh with up to 25% travel).
Cardiovascular surgical expertise
Preclinical surgical research
Use of animate and cadaveric models
Johnson & Johnson MedTech is seeking a Principal Scientist specializing in preclinical surgery, particularly focused on cardiovascular procedures, to lead surgical research and development of medical devices. This role requires a doctoral degree, surgical expertise, and experience in preclinical studies, with responsibilities including conducting surgical investigations and collaborating with research teams

Job Summary

  • Functioning as a primary surgeon, this role focuses on cardiovascular procedures to provide surgical expertise and technical leadership during the development and evaluation of surgical devices.
  • The position involves conducting surgical investigations using animate, inanimate, and cadaveric models to support product development and preclinical evidence generation.
  • Johnson & Johnson is committed to equal opportunity employment and provides an inclusive interview process accommodating applicants’ needs.

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Johnson & Johnson MedTech is seeking a Principal Scientist specializing in preclinical surgery, particularly focused on cardiovascular procedures, to lead surgical research and development of medical devices. This role requires a doctoral degree, surgical expertise, and experience in preclinical studies, with responsibilities including conducting surgical investigations and collaborating with research teams.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Cardiovascular surgical expertise
  • Preclinical surgical research
  • Use of animate and cadaveric models
  • Technical leadership in device evaluation
  • Collaboration with preclinical research teams
  • Knowledge of surgical principles and theory

Nice-to-have

  • Robotic surgical experience
  • Experience with fluoroscopic angiography
  • Familiarity with medical device product development
  • Knowledge of FDA and international regulatory requirements
  • Ability to innovate scientific principles
  • Strong communication skills

Key Requirements

  • Doctorate degree (DVM/VMD or MD with experience)
  • Surgical residency training and board certification preferred
  • Certification as Surgical Research Specialist (SRS) considered
  • Demonstrated knowledge of cardiovascular surgery
  • Experience with GLP preclinical/clinical studies preferred
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision
  • Up to 25% travel required

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