Staff Scientist, Clinical Development – Research

Johnson & Johnson

. Develop clinical evidence generation and evidence dissemination strategies across New Product Development and Life-Cycle Management projects .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $109,000 - $174,800 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in clinical evidence generation, regulatory compliance, and project management within clinical research. Proficient in technical writing and collaboration across cross-functional teams to deliver clinical programs effectively.

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Clinical Trial Protocol DevelopmentGood Clinical PracticesTechnical Writing SkillsRegulatory SubmissionsClinical Research Experience

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Hard Skills

Clinical Evidence GenerationClinical Evaluation ReportsStudy Budget PlanningClinical Data InterpretationClinical Research ScienceProduct Development ProcessesBiomaterials KnowledgeClinical Trial RegulationsStudy Report DraftingFinancial Disclosure Management

Soft Skills

LeadershipEffective CommunicationInfluencing SkillsCollaborationRelationship Building

Industry Keywords

New Product DevelopmentLife-Cycle ManagementClinical OperationsHealth EconomicsMarket AccessRegulatory AffairsBiostatisticsClinicalTrials.govSOP ComplianceStakeholder Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop clinical evidence generation and evidence dissemination strategies across New Product Development and Life-Cycle Management projects
Collaborate with Clinical R&D and cross-functional partners including R&D, Global Strategic Marketing, Medical Affairs, Regulatory Affairs, Health Economics, and Market Access
Develop and draft clinical trial protocols, informed consents, investigator brochures, and other study materials
Plan study budgets and collaborate with Clinical Operations on investigator agreements, site contracts, vendor agreements, payments, and financial disclosures
Deliver assigned clinical programs on time, within budget, and in compliance with regulations and SOPs
Partner with Clinical Operations, Biostatistics, and Data Management teams
Build relationships with study core teams, investigators, and other stakeholders
Draft study reports, annual reports, study close-out reports, and clinical sections for IDE, PMA, 510(k), and other regulatory submissions
Critically assess literature and draft Clinical Evaluation Reports
Support clinical scientific discussions with regulatory agencies and notified bodies
Interpret and disseminate evidence through abstracts, manuscripts, CSRs, and clinical data for market access and reimbursement
Ensure study registration and results posting on ClinicalTrials.gov
Develop understanding of the pipeline, product portfolio, and business needs
Keep management informed of developments and issues affecting clinical strategy and portfolio management
Communicate business issues or opportunities to the next management level
Ensure personal and Company compliance with applicable regulations, policies, and procedures

Requirements

What you’ll need

A Bachelor’s or equivalent degree in Biological Science or related discipline
Minimum of 6 years of related scientific, technical, or clinical research experience
Background or experience in Biomaterials and/or Spine preferred
Understanding of Good Clinical Practices
Understanding and application of regulations and standards applied in clinical areas/regions
Good presentation skills and ability to effectively influence others
Written and oral communication skills
Leadership in a professional and ethical manner
Technical writing skills
Understanding of clinical research science and processes, product development processes, team dynamics, healthcare market environment, clinical trends, and global clinical trial regulations
Ability to provide scientifically strategic and scientific clinical research input across NPD and LCM projects
Proven track record delivering clinical projects in a clinical/surgical research setting on time, within budget, and in compliance with SOPs and regulations
Ability to lead study teams to deliver critical milestones
Ability to collaborate across Clinical R&D functional areas and meet business objectives
Ability to build collaborative relationships with internal and external partners and stakeholders
Ability to influence, shape, and lead without direct reporting authority
Must follow applicable laws, policies, regulations, procedures, and compliance requirements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Vacation – 120 hours per calendar year
Sick time – 40 hours per calendar year; 48 hours per calendar year for employees residing in Colorado; 56 hours per calendar year 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 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
Remote work options may be considered case-by-case if approved by the Company