Senior Director, Neuroimmunology Research

Johnson & Johnson (J&J) is seeking an accomplished scientific leader to join our R&D organization as Senior Director, Neuroimmunology Research
, reporting to the VP of Global Discovery and External Innovation for Neuroscience, and located in Spring House, PA;
San Diego, CA; or Cambridge, MA.

Our Neuroscience team tackles the world’s toughest brain health challenges including multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, myasthenia gravis, epilepsy, major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and autism. This patient-focused team helps address some of the most complex diseases of our time.

Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way.

• Develop and lead scientific strategy at the interface of immunology and neuroscience, contributing to the overall TA strategy, with a focus on novel therapies for neurological disorders
• Provide deep subject matter expertise in:
• Identify opportunities to apply immune-modulating approaches to diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, ALS, multiple sclerosis, and autoimmune psychosis
• Build and strengthen cross-functional collaboration between J&J’s Neuroscience and Immunology Discovery teams.
• Support the VP of Early Development in shaping the translational strategy to move assets to the clinic.
• Present projects and strategy at governance meetings.
• Lead target identification, validation, translational strategy, biomarker development, and portfolio prioritization in neuroimmunology programs.
• Guide internal and external research collaborations with academic institutions, biotech partners, and key opinion leaders.
• Represent the company externally through scientific conferences, advisory boards, and publications.
• Drive scientific excellence and ensure programs are informed by cutting-edge external science and competitive intelligence.
• Support external collaborations and diligences on licensing and M&A opportunities

• PhD, or MD/PhD in Immunology or Neuroscience
• 10+ years of relevant industry and/or academic experience, with significant leadership experience in drug discovery or translational research.
• Deep expertise in relevant immune-science (Treg biology, immune tolerance mechanisms, and/or B cell depletion strategies).
• Strong understanding of the role of the immune system in neurological diseases.
• Experience translating biological insights into therapeutic hypotheses and development programs.
• Demonstrated success leading matrixed, multidisciplinary teams
• Strong publication record in high-impact peer-reviewed journals.
• Excellent communication, influencing, and executive presence.

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Additional Description for Pay Transparency:

Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).

Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:

• Vacation - 120 hours per calendar year
• Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado - 48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington - 56 hours per calendar year
• 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

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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.

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