Director, Global Solid Tumor Communications – Public Affairs

Johnson & Johnson

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

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeRaritan • 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, particularly in oncology. Proven ability to translate complex stakeholder insights into measurable business outcomes while managing reputational risks in a highly regulated environment.

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Global Oncology Communications LeadershipStrategic ThinkingStakeholder EngagementReputational Risk ManagementTeam Development

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Hard Skills

Communications StrategyPublic AffairsMarket AccessBusiness DevelopmentIssue ManagementAnalytical SkillsExecutional DisciplineOrganizational EffectivenessPolicy AdvocacyOncology Knowledge

Soft Skills

Exceptional Communication SkillsExecutive PresenceAttention to DetailSense of UrgencyCollaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeAdvanced Degree Preferred

Industry Keywords

Biopharmaceutical EnvironmentR&DCommercializationHealthcare StakeholdersRegulatory EnvironmentOncologyPublic PolicyGovernment AffairsMarket DynamicsCompetitive Landscape

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead global Oncology Communications & Public Affairs for the Solid Tumor portfolio and pipeline across 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
Develop integrated global communications and public affairs strategies aligned with enterprise and business priorities
Partner with regional and market teams to adapt and execute strategies across priority markets
Develop market-shaping strategies engaging 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
Advise senior leaders across R&D, Global Commercial Strategy, Supply Chain, Business Development, Commercial, HR, Finance, Investor Relations, and Global Reputation & Engagement
Translate business priorities into communications and public affairs strategies and drive execution through influence
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
Strengthen collaboration, agility, capability building, and organizational effectiveness
Lead and develop team members and agency partners

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree required
Minimum of 10 years of experience in communications, public affairs, or related external engagement roles
Deep understanding of the biopharmaceutical environment, including R&D, commercialization, access, policy, competitive, and reputational dynamics
Experience advising senior business, commercial, and scientific leaders
Experience leading complex global initiatives and building alignment across functions and markets
Ability to translate stakeholder and market insights into integrated strategies with measurable business outcomes
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
Up to 25% of domestic and international travel is required
Preferred: advanced degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Policy, Life Sciences, or a related field
Preferred: 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

Benefits

Comp & perks

Retirement plan (pension)
Savings plan (401(k))
Long-term incentive program
Vacation – 120 hours per calendar year
Sick time – 40 hours per calendar year; Colorado residents – 48 hours; Washington residents – 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