Director, Communications - Advanced Surgical Instruments

We are searching for the best talent for a Director, Communications - Advanced Surgical Instruments. This role will sit out of either the Santa Clara, California or Cincinnati, Ohio office on a hybrid work schedule.

We’re seeking a forward‑thinking, results‑oriented communications leader who excels at execution and strategic collaboration to help shape the future of our advanced surgical stapling and surgical energy business.

As Director, Communications, Advanced Surgical Instrumentation, for Johnson & Johnson Med Tech’s Surgery business, you will work closely with cross‑functional teams to create strategic communications programs that drive business outcomes.

This is a comprehensive communications role, prioritizing thought leadership and earned/owned media strategy, as well as strategic messaging and content development, social media and campaign activations, employee and culture communications, and issues management.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced, highly collaborative environment, can connect the dots across teams, and who brings exceptional writing skills, strategic business acumen, and a bias for action. Building a deep understanding of surgery, connected technology, clinical and medical data, and healthcare markets will be required as a foundation to build and deploy an integrated global communications plan.

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations, or related field (required).

• 10+ years of professional experience in communications, marketing communications, public affairs, or related fields.
• Experience in healthcare, Med Tech, robotics, or highly technical industries preferred.
• Demonstrated experience creating high‑quality written and visual content across multiple formats.
• Experience working cross‑functionally with matrixed teams and managing complex workflows.

• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment.
• Familiarity with digital, social, and multimedia communication platforms.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate and influence without authority.

• Brand Recognition, Corporate Communications Design, Corporate Communications Strategy, Product Communications

• Agility Jumps, Brand Identity, Communications Measurement, Competitive Landscape Analysis, Corporate Management, Cultural Competence, Customer Experience Management, External Communication, Leadership, Product Knowledge, Relationship Building, Stakeholder Engagement, Tactical Planning, Technical Credibility

The anticipated base pay range for this position is: $ – $

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)).

• Vacation – 120 hours per calendar year
• Sick time – 40 hours per calendar year (48 hours for Colorado residents, 56 hours for Washington residents)
• 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 (10 days)
• Volunteer leave – 32 hours per calendar year
• Military spouse time‑off – 80 hours per calendar year

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.