Scientific Director, Discovery Adaptive Immunity

Janssen Research and Development, L.L.C., a member of Johnson and Johnson's Family of Companies, is recruiting for a Scientific Director, Discovery Adaptive Immunity, located in either Spring House, PA or La Jolla, CA. At the Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson, what matters most is helping people live full and healthy lives. We focus on treating, curing and preventing some of the most devastating and complex diseases of our time. And we pursue the most promising science, wherever it might be found. As Immunology Leaders, we know immunology is vital to human health. Driven by a relentless focus on patient unmet needs, we will redefine treatments for immune diseases by delivering transformational and accessible therapies and regimens to patients with immune-mediated disease. For more than two decades we have been a world leader in the development of transformational medicines, establishing one of the strongest, first-in-class portfolios and pipelines in the industry, including the first tumor necrosis factor (TNF) inhibitor, and first interleukin (IL)-12 and IL-23 inhibitors. We tirelessly push the boundaries of science and creativity, applying our deep disease insights, novel pathway science, new technologies, and treatment modalities to restore immune homeostasis. Janssen Research & Development, LLC. discovers and develops innovative medical solutions to address important unmet medical needs in the following therapeutic areas: immunology, oncology, neuroscience, infectious diseases & vaccines, cardiovascular & metabolism, and pulmonary hypertension. Please visit http://www.JanssenRnD.com for more information. We are Janssen. Our mission drives us. Our patients inspire us. We collaborate with the world for the health of everyone in it. We are guided by our Credo. We are seeking a Scientific Director within the Discovery team in the Immunology therapeutic area to drive innovative, new approaches in drug discovery, focused on rheumatological and autoimmune diseases. The successful candidate will be responsible for refining and implementing our strategy to identify and prosecute novel therapeutic approaches to target regulatory pathways across multiple immune-mediated disorders. They will work within a strong matrixed environment with colleagues within the Immunology therapeutic area and other functional areas to advance innovative new therapeutics and therapeutic strategies in immune-mediated diseases into clinical development. The successful candidate will also be responsible for aggressively establishing collaborations with world-class academic and clinical thought leaders in this area to access state of the art expertise and technologies that drive innovative approaches to drug discovery. He/she will have a balance of deep technical background, exceptional communication and collaboration skills and an excellent ability to build relationships and lead teams. They will be a member of the Discovery Senior Leadership team to enable delivery on our portfolio and provide leadership at our discovery site. Responsibilities: • Contribute to establishing a premier research infrastructure to build and progress a robust asset portfolio of therapeutics targeting immune mechanisms and pathways to treat autoimmune disorders • Provide project leadership for pre-clinical drug discovery programs across the portfolio, and mentor new project leaders. • Interact with multiple partners in a matrix environment • Work in a collaborative environment where ideas can be respectfully challenged to drive excellence and innovation. Establish collaborations with academic and clinical thought leaders to access state-of-the-art expertise and technologies that drive innovative approaches to target and drug discovery • Represent the company at meetings and to potential collaborators Qualifications PhD in Immunology, Pharmacology, Biochemistry or a related discipline, with a minimum of 10 years of industry experience is required. Previous experience with T cell mechanisms such as coinhibitory receptors or Tregs is preferred. Drug discovery and project leadership experience is required. A track record of success in advancing drug discovery programs into clinical development is preferred. Strong verbal and written communications skills in a variety of forums, and a proven ability to work and lead in a matrix environment, while establishing and maintaining effective internal and external collaborations, is required. Previous people management experienced is required. Experience conducting due diligence and evaluation of business development opportunities is preferred. This role may require up to 10-15% travel. At Johnson & Johnson, we’re on a mission to change the trajectory of health for humanity. That starts by creating the world’s healthiest workforce. Through cutting-edge programs and policies, we empower the physical, mental, emotional, and financial health of our employees and the ones they love. As such, candidates offered employment must show proof of COVID-19 vaccination or secure an approved accommodation prior to the commencement of employment to support the well-being of our employees, their families and the communities in which we live and work. For more information on how we support the whole health of our employees throughout their wellness, career and life journey, please visit www.careers.jnj.com. Johnson & Johnson is an Affirmative Action and 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, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Primary Location United States-Pennsylvania-Spring House-Welsh & McKean Roads Other Locations North America-United States-California-La Jolla Organization Janssen Research & Development, LLC (6084) Job Function R&D Requisition ID 2206006148W