Director, Oncology – INTO External Innovation

Johnson & Johnson

. Identify opportunities and implement the external innovation plan for Interventional Oncology (INTO) .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $164,000 - $282,900 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Oncology drug discovery and external innovation strategies, with a strong focus on partnership development and cross-functional collaboration. Proven ability to lead diligence teams and manage complex deal processes in the pharmaceutical and biotech sectors.

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Oncology Drug DiscoveryCross-Functional Diligence LeadershipExternal Innovation StrategyPartnership DevelopmentPharmaceutical/Biotech Experience

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Hard Skills

MTA/Lab-Based EvaluationSmall Molecule ModalitiesProtein ModalitiesNovel PlatformsScientific InnovationLicensingDeal ManagementProject PlanningOpportunity EvaluationProof of Concept

Soft Skills

Superior Influencing SkillsOrganizational Savvy

Certifications & Qualifications

PhDMD or MBA (Plus)

Industry Keywords

Interventional OncologyBiotech PartnershipsVenture PartnershipsOncology Therapeutic AreaEmerging Scientific Innovations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Identify opportunities and implement the external innovation plan for Interventional Oncology (INTO)
Partner with J&J’s Global External Innovation Network to accelerate an innovative INTO project and solutions portfolio
Expand the drug discovery pipeline through academic, biotech and venture partnerships
Lead multi-function diligence teams evaluating novel opportunities, including MTA/lab-based evaluation
Develop research and project plans with internal and external stakeholders
Manage venture, transaction and commercial deal processes to drive decision-making
Scout, evaluate and partner on external opportunities and innovative solutions
Establish and maintain relationships with biotech, academia, industry, entrepreneurs and potential licensors worldwide
Lead external platform, mechanism-of-action and focused projects and opportunity landscaping
Develop partnering strategies aligned with Oncology Therapeutic Area and global INTO strategies
Lead cross-functional due diligence for in-licensing, collaboration and alliance opportunities through Proof of Concept
Prepare and present scientific and business rationales for recommendations to Oncology stakeholders and Janssen R&D leadership
Collaborate across Johnson & Johnson pharmaceutical, medical device, consumer and Janssen R&D functions
Support external visibility by participating on committees and presenting at meetings
Stay current with emerging scientific, technological and medical innovations
Represent the company as a partner of choice to attract potential partners

Requirements

What you’ll need

PhD
A minimum of 15 years of pharmaceutical/biotech experience
Experience in Oncology drug discovery, scientific innovation, licensing and deal aspects
Expertise in Oncology / Immune Oncology / Med Tech
Superior influencing skills and organizational savvy
Experience evaluating and executing external opportunities with academic, biotech and venture partners
Experience leading cross-functional diligence teams in a matrix organization
Experience with MTA/lab-based evaluation
Experience with small molecule and protein modalities and novel platforms
MD or MBA with PhD would be a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Consolidated 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
Remote work options considered case by case if approved by the company