[innovative Medicine] R&d, Director, Search & Evaluate-asia Pacific

J&J FAMILY OF COMPANIES

Tokyo, Japan
Doctoral level degree in life sciences
8+ years broad r&d experience
Scientific search and evaluation expertise
The role involves sourcing on-strategy external innovation opportunities across all therapeutic areas to advance transformative products for patients

Job Summary

  • The role involves sourcing on-strategy external innovation opportunities across all therapeutic areas to advance transformative products for patients.
  • This leader will proactively shape relationships with academia, venture capital, and startups to ensure Johnson & Johnson is perceived as a Partner of Choice in Japan.
  • Responsibilities include conducting due diligence, facilitating incubation through JLABs, and representing the company at industry conferences and thought leadership events.

Matching Summary

The role involves sourcing on-strategy external innovation opportunities across all therapeutic areas to advance transformative products for patients.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Doctoral level degree in life sciences
  • 8+ years broad R&D experience
  • Scientific search and evaluation expertise
  • Due diligence in scientific environments
  • Relationship management with external ecosystems

Nice-to-have

  • Experience leading and motivating a team
  • Network in oncology, immunology, or neuroscience
  • Influencing skills to build credibility
  • Open innovation R&D capacity experience
  • Ability to champion off-strategy opportunities

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree required
  • Minimum 8 years of R&D experience
  • Proficiency in English language
  • Willingness to travel up to 20%

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