Director, Process & Operations Management, Medical and Scientific Affairs

Johnson & Johnson

. Unify business, platform, and functional priorities into an MSA portfolio supporting governance decisions on dependencies and trade-offs .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $150,000 - $258,750 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in portfolio management, governance frameworks, and cross-functional leadership within the medical device industry. Proficient in project management methodologies, risk management, and executive reporting to drive strategic decision-making and operational excellence.

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Portfolio ManagementGovernance FrameworksRisk ManagementProject Management Professional (PMP)Medical Device Industry Experience

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Hard Skills

Integrated PlanningResource PlanningExecutive ReportingCross-Functional InitiativesPortfolio PrioritizationProcess ImprovementData VisualizationWorkflow AutomationBudget ManagementCompliance Requirements

Soft Skills

LeadershipInfluencing DecisionsCommunicationCollaborationCoaching

Tools & Technologies

Portfolio-Management PlatformsReporting ToolsData-Visualization Solutions

Certifications & Qualifications

Project Management Professional (PMP)Program Management Professional (PgMP)Lean Six SigmaAgile

Industry Keywords

Medical AffairsClinical AffairsScientific AffairsRegulatory ComplianceEvidence Generation

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Unify business, platform, and functional priorities into an MSA portfolio supporting governance decisions on dependencies and trade-offs
Lead portfolio intake, prioritization, sequencing, stage-gate milestone planning and tracking, and investment recommendations
Define governance forums, decision rights, escalation pathways, and leadership operating rhythms
Prepare executive portfolio reviews covering progress, trade-offs, risks, decisions, resource needs, and expected value
Lead integrated MSA planning and coordinate milestones, dependencies, risks, and escalations
Standardize project-management methods, templates, dashboards, and portfolio data across MSA
Identify cross-functional dependencies, delivery risks, and capacity constraints; drive mitigation and resolution
Improve workflow speed, accountability, handoffs, and decision quality through process simplification, automation, and continuous improvement
Support organizational transformations, operating-model changes, capability buildouts, and process or technology implementations
Develop an MSA scorecard linking scientific quality, delivery speed, compliance, stakeholder impact, patient outcomes, productivity, and business value
Maintain portfolio reporting and a single source of truth for milestones, decisions, risks, budgets, and benefits
Partner with Finance and functional leaders on planning, forecasts, scenario analyses, accruals, and investment trade-offs
Lead resource and capacity planning across employees, contractors, vendors, and shared services
Manage visibility into external commitments, vendor dependencies, and financial impacts; partner with Procurement, Legal, and Finance on risks and escalations
Serve as strategic advisor to the Vice President of Global MSA and MSA Leadership Team
Report via dotted line to the Senior Director, Strategy and Operations, R&D
Facilitate cross-functional alignment, decision-making, and issue resolution across global teams, platforms, and regions
Lead, coach, and develop project and program management talent
Build a culture of ownership, transparency, constructive challenge, disciplined execution, and continuous learning
Communicate complex information to executive, scientific, clinical, operational, and business audiences

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, health sciences, engineering, business, project management, or related discipline
Project Management Professional (PMP), Program Management Professional (PgMP), Lean Six Sigma, Agile, or comparable certification
Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in Medical Affairs, Clinical Affairs, or Scientific Affairs in the medical device industry
Minimum of 7 years of program, project, portfolio, or PMO leadership experience, including responsibility for complex cross-functional initiatives
Experience establishing or leading governance, portfolio prioritization, integrated planning, risk management, resource planning, and executive reporting
Experience partnering with senior leaders and influencing decisions across global, matrixed organizations without direct authority
Working knowledge of medical, clinical, regulatory, quality, and compliance requirements applicable to evidence generation and product lifecycle activities
Preferred: advanced degree in a relevant field
Preferred: experience building or transforming a PMO, portfolio-management capability, governance model, or enterprise operating system
Preferred: experience leading global programs across multiple functions, business units, therapeutic areas, or geographic regions
Preferred: experience implementing portfolio-management platforms, reporting tools, workflow automation, or data-visualization solutions
Preferred: experience managing multimillion-dollar budgets, external partners, and complex vendor portfolios
Preferred: people leadership and experience developing project or program management talent

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; 48 hours for employees residing in Colorado; 56 hours for employees residing in Washington
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 options
Inclusive interview accommodations