Director, Innovation Productivity - MedTech Surgery
Listed on 2026-10-11
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Business
Change Management
Job Function:
R&D Operations
Job Sub Function:Multi-Family R&D Operations
Job Category:People Leader
All Job Posting Locations:Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America, Raritan, New Jersey, United States of America
Job Description:About Surgery
Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we're developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments. Are you passionate about improving and expanding the possibilities of Med Tech surgery? Ready to join a team that's reimagining how we heal? Our Med Tech Surgery team will give you the chance to deliver surgical technologies and solutions to surgeons and healthcare professionals around the world.
Your contributions will help effectively treat some of the world's most prevalent conditions such as obesity, cardiovascular disease and cancer. Patients are waiting. Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at
We are searching for the best talent for a Director of Innovation Productivity within the J&J Med Tech Surgery R&D team. This role is critical in driving efficiency and acceleration across our R&D processes within a complex matrixed organization. The ideal candidate will utilize advanced technologies, including artificial intelligence, to identify and implement innovative solutions for process improvement. This will be a hybrid position (3 days on-site, 2 remote) based in Raritan, NJ or Cincinnati, OH.
Responsibilities:- Analyze and deconstruct current product development and lifecycle maintenance processes to pinpoint areas for enhanced efficiency and speed.
- Lead cross-functional teams to assess existing workflows, identify bottlenecks, and recommend improvements.
- Develop and implement strategies leveraging emerging technologies to streamline operations and improve productivity.
- Utilize data analytics and AI tools to drive insights and facilitate data-driven decision-making.
- Lead initiatives aimed at optimizing processes that impact product development and lifecycle maintenance
- Cultivate a culture of innovation acceleration by sharing best practices and methodologies across the organization.
- Monitor industry trends and advancements in technology to identify potential applications in the R&D landscape.
- Prepare and present comprehensive reports to senior leadership on progress, outcomes, and recommendations for continuous improvement.
- Counsels R&D leader on opportunity spaces
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; advanced degree (MBA, MS, etc.) preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in process improvement roles, particularly within R&D, supply chain, or program management.
- Proven track record of successfully implementing process improvements in a matrixed organization.
- Strong analytical skills with experience in utilizing data analytics and AI technologies.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills to effectively work across departments and with various stakeholders.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong problem-solving skills and a demonstrated ability to think strategically and creatively.
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Benefits: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)).
This position is eligible to participate in the Company's long-term incentive program.
- - 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 hou
Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:
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