Clinical Research Scientist

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com

Job Function:

Discovery & Pre-Clinical/Clinical Development

Job Sub Function:

Clinical Development & Research – Non-MD

Job Category:

Scientific/Technology

All Job Posting Locations:

Irvine, California, United States of America

Job Description:

Johnson and Johnson is currently seeking a Clinical Research Scientist to JJMT Electrophysiology. This role is based in Irvine, CA and reports to the office on assigned days 2-3 times per week.

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/.

Summary:

This professional will report to Clinical Science and External Research (CSER) Leaders in the management of assigned clinical projects for the Cardiovascular Group to support the development of the evidence generation and dissemination strategy of assigned products, manage external clinical studies, execute publication plans, and conduct literature reviews. S/he will manage activities with supervision consistent with level of experience. S/he will be responsible for providing support activities for clinical activities and other study-related tasks, as well as applicable department study-related procedures.

Job Responsibilities:

The Clinical Research Scientist will or may be responsible for:

• Working with Global Strategic Marketing, Franchise Clinical Leaders, Biostatistics, Data Management, Medical Affairs, and other functions on: (i) Executing research collaborations with physicians, (ii) tracking study idea development and progress, and (iii) planning data dissemination via congress presentation and peer-reviewed publications
• Managing nonregulated studies (e.g., Investigator initiated, Registries, Real-world evidence, Company -sponsored post market studies) and low complexity regulated studies (eg., Post approval, Real-world evidence) including study budget assessment, fair market value appraisal, contract development and execution, and payments
• Interfacing and collaborating with investigators, IRBs/ECs, Competent Authorities, contractors/vendors, and Company personnel
• Developing study-related materials (e.g., protocol, CRFs, CSR)
• Analyzing, interpreting, summarizing, and sharing appropriate interpretation of clinical evidence generated from research studies
• Executing study-related publication efforts including abstracts, congress presentations, and manuscripts, per clinical publication policy
• Collaborating with cross-functional team members to develop collaterals to disseminate research results among internal and external stakeholders
• Knowing, understanding, incorporating, and complying with all applicable laws and regulations relating to business activities, and Policies and Procedures
• Evaluating publication support requests and providing meaningful, consolidated comments during the publication development lifecycle
• Tracking assigned project budgets to ensure adherence to business plans
• Communicating progress towards planned timelines

Qualifications:

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree with at least 2 years of clinical research experience required
• Advance degree (Master’s degree, PhD, PharmD etc.) with 0-1 year of clinical or related research experience highly preferred
• A Life Science, Physical Science, Nursing, or Biological Science degree is preferred
• Ability to analyze and interpret scientific data and advanced writing/presentation skills are required, such as conducting literature reviews, and planning and drafting conference presentation and peer-reviewed journal articles
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practices and ICJME/Good Publication Practices is required
• Gpp3, ISMPEE – preferred
• Good understanding of clinical research science and processes along with an understanding of product development processes, team dynamics related to healthcare market environment, and global clinical trial regulations is preferred
• Prior experience designing and executing clinical studies is desirable
• Project management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects is required
• Medical device experience is preferred
• Cardiovascular experience is a plus
• Medical Writing Experience preferred
• Relevant industry certifications preferred (ie., CCRA, RAC, CDE, CMPP, MWC)

Additional Skills Requirements:

• Effective time management, organizational and prioritization skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks
• Strong project management skills with meticulous attention to detail and accuracy
• Professional verbal and written communication skills
• Proven ability to collaborate in a cross-functional team environment while having the skillset and confidence to work independently, as needed
• Must be reliable, and flexible in adapting to shifting business needs while contributing to a multidisciplinary and fast-paced working environment
• Must be a highly motivated, responsible, fast-learner, and team-oriented collaborator willing to take ownership of his/her contributions to the advancement of the collective CSER goals and objectives
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. 

Johnson and Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please email the Employee Health Support Center  ([email protected]) or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

The anticipated base pay range for this position is :

$89,000 - $143,000

Additional Description for Pay Transparency:

The Company maintains highly competitive, performance-based compensation programs. Under current guidelines, this position is eligible for an annual performance bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable plan. The annual performance bonus is a cash bonus intended to provide an incentive to achieve annual targeted results by rewarding for individual and the corporation’s performance over a calendar/performance year. Bonuses are awarded at the Company’s discretion on an individual basis. Employees and/or eligible dependents may be eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance. Employees may be eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)). This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program. Employees are eligible for the following time off benefits: Vacation – up to 120 hours per calendar year Sick time - up to 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington – up to 56 hours per calendar year Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays – up to 13 days per calendar year Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year Additional information can be found through the link below. https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits