Director, Global Solid Tumor Communications – Public Affairs

Johnson & Johnson

. Lead global Oncology Communications & Public Affairs for the Solid Tumor portfolio and pipeline, spanning lung, head and neck, gastrointestinal cancers, and Interventional Oncology .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeSpring House • New Jersey • United StatesLead💰 $150,000 - $258,750 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading global communications and public affairs strategies within the biopharmaceutical sector, with a focus on oncology. Proven ability to advise senior leaders, manage reputational risk, and deliver measurable outcomes through collaboration and strategic thinking.

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Global Communications StrategyOncology ExpertiseStakeholder EngagementReputational Risk ManagementTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

CommunicationsPublic AffairsMarket AccessStrategic ThinkingAnalytical SkillsExecutional DisciplineOrganizational SkillsVisual CommunicationIssue ManagementBusiness Development

Soft Skills

CollaborationInfluenceAttention to DetailAgilityExecutive Presence

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Industry Keywords

BiopharmaceuticalOncologyR&DCommercializationPublic RelationsGovernment AffairsHealthcare StakeholdersPolicy AdvocacyReputational DynamicsHigh-Performing Culture

Tech Stack

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Spring

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead global Oncology Communications & Public Affairs for the Solid Tumor portfolio and pipeline, spanning lung, head and neck, gastrointestinal cancers, and Interventional Oncology
Oversee product, reputation, public affairs, and organizational communications
Partner across global, regional, market, and enterprise teams to support business priorities and strengthen stakeholder trust
Strengthen Johnson & Johnson’s reputation as a global innovator in solid tumors
Advise senior leaders across R&D, Global Commercial Strategy, Supply Chain, Business Development, Commercial, HR, Finance, Investor Relations, and Global Reputation & Engagement
Lead integrated global communications and public affairs strategies aligned with enterprise and business priorities
Partner with regional and market teams to co-create adaptable strategies
Develop market-shaping strategies and strengthen engagement with policy, advocacy, and healthcare stakeholders
Lead business development communications for the portfolio and pipeline
Deliver measurable outcomes across earned, owned, shared, and paid channels while managing issues and reputational risk
Position R&D and commercial leaders as credible voices on unmet need, scientific innovation, and Johnson & Johnson’s oncology portfolio
Champion the Innovative Medicine Communications & Public Affairs operating model
Foster collaboration, agility, capability building, and organizational effectiveness
Lead and develop team members and agency partners by setting priorities and fostering an inclusive, high-performing culture

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree required
Minimum of 10 years of experience in communications, public affairs, or related external engagement roles within a large company, NGO, government, or public relations agency
Deep understanding of the biopharmaceutical environment, including R&D, commercialization, access, policy, competitive, and reputational dynamics
Experience advising senior business, commercial, and scientific leaders and exercising sound judgment amid changing priorities
Success leading complex global initiatives, building alignment across functions and markets, and driving results through influence and collaboration
Ability to translate stakeholder and market insights into integrated strategies delivering measurable business outcomes while balancing enterprise consistency with local relevance
Exceptional written, oral, and visual communication skills
Experience managing issues and reputational risk in a highly regulated environment
Strong strategic thinking, executive presence, organizational and analytical skills, attention to detail, executional discipline, and sense of urgency
Experience leading and developing people and partners within an inclusive, high-performing culture
Experience in oncology or related specialty disease areas preferred
Experience partnering with Public Affairs, Market Access, and Government Affairs preferred
Experience working across multiple regions and markets preferred
Required location of Raritan, NJ or Spring House, PA
Up to 25% of domestic and international travel required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Retirement plan (pension)
401(k) savings plan
Long-term incentive program
Vacation – 120 hours per calendar year
Sick time – 40 hours per calendar year; 48 hours for Colorado residents; 56 hours for Washington residents
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
Hybrid work arrangement
Up to 25% domestic and international travel