Associate Director, Clinical Sciences, Ophthalmology – Early Development

Johnson & Johnson

. Contribute to clinical trial strategies and study-related materials, including case report forms and operational plans .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeRaritan • New Jersey • United StatesSenior💰 $137,000 - $235,750 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in clinical trial management, including protocol development, data analysis, and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and mentor junior staff while ensuring high-quality clinical data integrity and innovative research methodologies.

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Clinical Trial ManagementRegulatory ComplianceMedical Data MonitoringClinical Data VisualizationProtocol Development

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Hard Skills

Clinical Trial DesignData AnalysisFirst-In-Human StudiesSafety Data ReviewBiomarker IntegrationClinical Study ReportingProject ManagementQuality AssuranceStatistical AnalysisClinical Research Methodologies

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsTime Management Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteExcelWordPowerPoint

Industry Keywords

Clinical ResearchPharmaceutical IndustryBiotechCROICH/GCPDrug DevelopmentClinical Development ProcessesStudy ExecutionGovernance MeetingsCross-Functional Teams

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Google Cloud Platform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Contribute to clinical trial strategies and study-related materials, including case report forms and operational plans
Provide clinical representation for study-related review committees
Contribute to clinical strategy execution while ensuring scientific, organizational, and regulatory compliance
Oversee end-to-end clinical trial protocol delivery, including design, initiation, medical data monitoring, dissemination, and closeout
Coordinate internal and external partners for timely scientific and clinical execution
Maintain clinical data quality and integrity
Collaborate with investigators and study teams and lead training on protocols and disease evaluation criteria
Review, interpret, and report clinical trial data for health authority submissions
Prepare clinical study reports, patient narratives, investigator brochures, and periodic safety updates
Perform medical data monitoring and reporting and evaluate ongoing clinical trial data
Liaise with clinical investigators, key opinion leaders, and external advisors
Maintain relationships with senior management, cross-functional teams, CROs, AROs, and other vendors
Mentor and train junior team members
Identify process improvements and implement clinical trial best practices
Drive innovative research methods and operational strategies
Align clinical strategies with product development goals
Participate in governance meetings and cross-functional initiatives
Present clinical research findings at internal and external meetings, including regulatory interactions
Potentially author scientific publications
Review medical literature and new technologies
Integrate biomarkers and digital health innovations into clinical trial designs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum bachelor’s degree in a scientific or related discipline required
Minimum 6 years of relevant experience in clinical research and development within pharmaceutical industry, biotech, CRO or equivalent
Early development experience in drug development required, including direct experience with first-in-human (FIH) clinical studies
Experience performing medical data review and supporting medical monitoring, including participant-level and aggregate safety data review and escalation of emerging safety concerns
Experience developing and using clinical data visualizations for safety, tolerability, PK/PD, and biomarker trends
Experience integrating safety, tolerability, and PK/PD data for FIH dose selection, dose-escalation reviews, and cohort-progression decisions
Strong understanding of clinical development processes, trial design, protocol development, data analysis, regulatory guidelines, ICH/GCP, and study execution
Demonstrated experience managing critical clinical trial aspects from conception to closure, including data management and quality assurance
Proven ability to interpret scientific literature and apply findings strategically
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
Strong interpersonal, organizational, analytical, problem-solving, project-management, and time-management skills
Ability to work within cross-functional and global matrix teams
Ability to identify issues requiring escalation and overcome project delays and obstacles
Experience leading scientific teams and providing mentorship
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally, approximately 10%
Commitment to high ethical standards and workplace inclusivity

Benefits

Comp & perks

Retirement plan (pension)
Savings plan (401(k))
Vacation – 120 hours per calendar year
Sick time – 40 hours per calendar year; Colorado employees – 48 hours; Washington employees – 56 hours
Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays – 13 days per calendar year
Work, Personal and Family Time – up to 40 hours per calendar year
Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of birth/adoption/foster care of a child
Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member; 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period
Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year
Inclusive interview accommodations for applicants with disabilities