Principal Scientist, R&D – Orthopedics, Spine, Growth Factors

Johnson & Johnson

. Serve as primary subject matter expert and technical point of contact for the CG BIO partnership .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeWest Chester • Massachusetts • United StatesLead💰 $117,000 - $201,250 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in Biomedical Engineering and advanced bone graft substitutes, with a strong focus on regulatory strategies and technical education for medical professionals. Proven ability to translate complex user needs into actionable technical specifications and lead cross-functional collaborations.

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Ph.D. Or Master Of Science In Biomedical Engineering8+ Years R&D Or Technical Leadership ExperienceExpertise In Growth Factors And Osteoinductive MaterialsStrong Knowledge Of US Regulatory Landscape For BiologicsExperience In Spine Or Orthopedic Trauma Spaces

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Hard Skills

Technical Point Of ContactProduct Lifecycle ManagementDevelopment StrategiesBiochemical And Biomechanical Data AnalysisRegulatory Submissions To The FDATechnical Specifications TranslationEducational Material DevelopmentSurgical Workflow UnderstandingHandling Characteristics ImprovementPharmacokinetic Release Profile Optimization

Soft Skills

CollaborationTechnical EducationCustomer EngagementCommunicationLeadership

Industry Keywords

Medical DeviceBiotechnologyPharmaceuticalsBone Healing BiologyCollagen SpongesSynthetic PuttiesGranulesKOL EngagementGlobal Sales And MarketingTechnical Conferences

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as primary subject matter expert and technical point of contact for the CG BIO partnership
Lead technical activities and decisions between external R&D teams and internal DePuy Synthes teams for global launches and product lifecycle management
Partner with CG BIO to optimize Novosis formulations and procedural kits
Ensure handling characteristics, release kinetics, and bioactivity meet global spine and trauma market needs
Translate orthopedic and neurosurgeon user needs into technical specifications
Lead brainstorming and technical collaborations for priority concepts
Develop robust development, pre-clinical, clinical, regulatory, and reimbursement strategies
Act as subject matter expert on rhBMP-2 and advanced bone graft substitutes
Develop technical training modules and educational materials for global sales and marketing teams
Engage KOLs, spine surgeons, and trauma specialists through technical education and surgical training labs
Gather customer feedback and present at global technical conferences
Partner with Medical Affairs, HEMA, and Clinical teams on evidence generation strategies
Analyze biochemical and biomechanical data for marketing collateral
Author white papers, scientific publications, and technical reports

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced degree (Ph.D. or Master of Science) in Biomedical Engineering, Materials Science, Molecular Biology, or a closely related highly technical discipline
Minimum of 8 years of progressive R&D or technical leadership experience within the medical device, biotechnology, or pharmaceuticals sector
Documented expertise in growth factors and osteoinductive materials
Experience working directly within the spine or orthopedic trauma spaces
Understanding of surgical workflows, fusion criteria, and bone healing biology
Proven track record working with carrier materials such as collagen sponges, synthetic putties, and granules
Experience improving handling characteristics or pharmacokinetic release profiles
Demonstrated success educating and partnering with surgeons
Strong working knowledge of the US regulatory landscape for biologics and combination products, including BLA, PMA, 510(k), and HCT/P
Experience supporting regulatory submissions to the FDA

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)), subject to plan terms
Eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program
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 the 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 applicant interview process and disability accommodations
General company benefits information available at careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits