Senior Director, Neuroimmunology Research

Senior Director, Neuroimmunology Research – Location Options

Reports to the VP of Global Discovery and External Innovation for Neuroscience. Positions available in Spring House,PA;
San Diego,CA; or Cambridge,MA.

• Develop and lead scientific strategy at the interface of immunology and neuroscience, contributing to the overall therapeutic area strategy.
• Provide deep subject‑matter expertise in T‑reg biology, immune tolerance, B‑cell biology, antibody‑mediated disease, neuroinflammation, and CNS immune mechanisms.
• Identify opportunities to apply immune‑modulating approaches to diseases such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, ALS, multiple sclerosis, and autoimmune psychosis.
• Build and strengthen cross‑functional collaboration between Neuroscience and Immunology discovery teams.
• Support the VP of Early Development in shaping the translational strategy to move assets to 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.

• PhD or MD/PhD in Immunology or Neuroscience.
• 10+ years of industry and/or academic experience, with significant leadership experience in drug discovery or translational research.
• Deep expertise in relevant immune science (T‑reg biology, immune tolerance mechanisms, 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.

Base salary range: $ – $.

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.