Head Global Medical Affairs Gastroenterology_

Horsham

Head Global Medical Affairs Gastroenterology - 2406194120W

**Description**

Johnson & Johnson is currently seeking a Head Global Medical Affairs Gastroenterology (GI) to join our Global Medical Affairs organization located in Horsham, PA.

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at nj.com/.

For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) has been a part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Rooted in Our Credo, the values of DEI fuel our pursuit to create a healthier, more equitable world. Our diverse workforce and culture of belonging accelerate innovation to solve the world’s most pressing healthcare challenges.

We know that the success of our business – and our ability to deliver meaningful solutions – depends on how well we understand and meet the diverse needs of the communities we serve. Which is why we foster a culture of inclusion and belonging where all perspectives, abilities and experiences are valued and our people can reach their potential.

At Johnson & Johnson, we all belong.

The Head Global Medical Affairs GI is responsible for leading the strategy for the clinical-commercial optimization of product development and life cycle management strategies and plans for multiple products and/or compounds within the disease area stronghold (DAS) and/or therapeutic area (TA). S/he will partner closely with the GMA Operations Leader, Regional Medical TA/product leaders and Clinical Development Leader to develop an integrated global medical affairs perspectives, strategies, and plans. Will lead a team of global medical affairs professionals.

Responsibilities include:

* Lead the development of the Global Medical Affairs (GMAF) strategy and plan for the assigned compounds based on prioritized regional needs.

* Collaborate with the Compound Development Team(s) (CDT) to ensure integration with the overall global compound strategy, resulting in one global R&D and Medical Affairs compound development plan, inclusive of developing a Target Product Profile representing medical affairs global and regional value needs.

* Lead relevant patient advocacy initiatives and strategy by driving, building and enhancing strategic alliances with key national and international stakeholders, including patient advocacy groups, physician advocacy groups, academic organizations and other relevant stakeholders in response to patient needs and in support of J&Js global patient advocacy objectives and related strategic goals responsibility for J&Js patient advocacy landscape assessment and engagement strategy.

* Lead/participate in the GMAT(s), consisting of regionally designated Therapeutic Area Medical Affairs Leaders to create one medical affairs perspective and one “unified” voice on the CDT.

* Provide single Medical Affairs voice into the creation of compound development and LCM strategies, plans and trial design from phase IIa through phase IV.

* Lead pre-launch medical activities including product/Therapeutic Area global advisory boards, medical symposia and congress activities, coordination of regional activity in these areas.

* Collaborate closely with the regional medical affairs representatives to develop integrated global medical affairs strategies and plans and maintain open, two-way communication to ensure regional medical affairs is up to date on all plans, progress and decisions.

* Lead development and execution of the global publication plan as well as review and approval of publications and scientific congress displays for marketed products and specified compounds in clinical development.

* Manage the ReCAP process (review of all medical affairs sponsored clinical trials and Investigator Initiated Sponsored studies) for applicable products.

* Support development of the company risk management strategy and plan as well as author and review specific sections of the Periodic benefit-risk assessment report for compounds. Perform Medical impact assessments as required.

**Qualifications**

* An advanced scientific/medical degree (e.g. MD, PhD, PharmD, MPH or other masters level degree) is required; MD/DO is preferred

* Experience in Immunology is required; Gastroenterology experience is highly preferred

* A minimum of 10 years of combined relevant experience in a medical/clinical environment and/or scientific function in the pharmaceutical industry is preferred

* Medical Affairs experience highly preferred

* Having an established network with medical experts/opinion leaders in the field of GI is highly preferred

* Highly innovative with the ability to drive a complex and changing environment and effectively manage and resolve issues is required

* Direct people leadership experience is preferred

* Global mindset and ability to partner cross culturally/regionally is required

* In-depth knowledge of study/clinical methodology, study/clinical data reviews and analysis is preferred

* A demonstrated track record leading highly matrixed, cross-functional work teams comprised of high-level managers and executives is required

* Experience developing and managing strategic relationships with medical experts/opinion leaders is required

* Proven ability to act as a medical spokesperson for external audiences is required

* Excellent knowledge of study execution, benefit risk management and life-cycle management are preferred

* Proven track record of ethical decision making is required

* Experience in patient advocacy and engagement is highly desirable

* Up to 30% travel is required

* This position is located in Horsham, PA and follows a hybrid schedule of 3 days in the office and 2 days remotely per week

Johnson & Johnson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

**Primary Location** NA-US-Pennsylvania-Horsham

**Organization** Janssen Global Services, LLC (6085)

**Travel** Yes, 25 % of the Time

**Job Function** Medical Affairs

**Req ID:** 2406194120W