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**Job Function: **
Discovery & Pre-Clinical/Clinical Development
**Job Sub Function: **
Clinical Development & Research – MD
Job Category:
People Leader
All Job Posting Locations:
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States of America, Spring House, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Job Description:
Johnson & Johnson is currently seeking an Vice President, Clinical Development – Dermatology & Respiratory, to be located in Spring House, PA or Cambridge, MA.
The Vice President, Clinical Development – Dermatology & Respiratory is accountable for the design, execution, and reporting of late-stage Phase II and III clinical development programs across Dermatology and Respiratory indications within the Immunology portfolio. The role partners closely with the Head of Clinical Development and Heads of Early and Late Development to refine the vision, mission, and strategic objectives of drug development. As a member of the Immunology Development Leadership Team, this role contributes to talent strategy, operational excellence, innovation, and portfolio impact.
Key Responsibilities
- Accountable for overall strategy and execution of all late-stage Phase II and III Dermatology and Respiratory clinical development programs through product licensing.
- Contribute to Immunology Therapeutic Area (TA) strategy and governance bodies and lead program reviews within the J&J R&D governance structure.
- Define late-stage development approaches supporting Business Development and licensing activities.
- Oversee the design, implementation, analysis, and reporting of global late-phase clinical trials.
- Ensure delivery of innovative, fit-for-purpose development strategies addressing unmet need in skin and airway disease.
- Maintain accountability for global regulatory submissions and oversight of clinical sections of agency filings.
- Lead, develop, and mentor a high-performing team of physicians and clinical scientists.
- Collaborate closely across DAS, PAS, Discovery, Clinical Pharmacology, Biostatistics, Regulatory, Medical Affairs, Commercial, and Business Development.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with global scientific leaders, regulators, and patient advocacy organizations.
Education and Experience
- M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. required.
- Advanced training or board certification in Dermatology, Pulmonology, Allergy/Immunology, or related fields preferred.
- 12–15+ years of experience in pharmaceutical or biotech drug development, including leadership of late-stage programs and regulatory submissions.
Required Knowledge and Skills
- Proven visionary and strategic leadership capability.
- Exceptional communication and influencing skills.
- Strong ability to lead in a highly matrixed environment.
- Deep expertise in immune-mediated inflammatory diseases and clinical development execution.
- Demonstrated commitment to innovation, scientific rigor, and patient impact.
Disclaimer
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. Management reserves the right to amend or modify this role as business needs evolve. This document does not constitute a contract of employment.
Required Skills:
Drug Development, Immunology
Preferred Skills:
Clinical Research and Regulations, Clinical Trial Designs, Commercial Awareness, Corporate Governance, Data Management and Informatics, Developing Others, Drug Discovery Development, Emerging Technologies, Inclusive Leadership, Industry Analysis, Leadership, Market Research, Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), Scientific Research, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Change
The anticipated base pay range for this position is :
$258,000 - $476,100
Additional Description for Pay Transparency:
Please use the following language: Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees and/or eligible dependents are eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance. 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. 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 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 Condolence Leave – 30 days for an immediate family member: 5 days for an extended family member Caregiver Leave – 10 days Volunteer Leave – 4 days Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours Additional information can be found through the link below. https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits