Director, Innovation Communications, Johnson and ...

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. As a focused healthcare company, with expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we're empowered to tackle the world's toughest health challenges, innovate through science and technology, and transform patient care. All of this is possible because of our people. We're passionate innovators who put people first, and through our purpose-driven culture and talented workforce, we are stronger than ever.DESCRIPTIONMake sure to read the full description below, and please apply immediately if you are confident you meet all the requirements.Johnson & Johnson is currently recruiting for a Director, Innovation Communications, Johnson and Johnson MedTech. This position is located in New Brunswick, NJ.The Director, MedTech Innovation Communications is responsible for developing and executing breakthrough thought leadership and communication strategies that celebrate and amplify J&J MedTech's robust innovation vision, strategy, and pipeline.Key Responsibilities:Support internal and external engagement preparation, working directly with the MedTech Chief Scientific Officer.Develop and manage an executive thought leadership program for the Chief Scientific Officer.Drive external/internal execution of signature Innovation campaigns and initiatives to extend the MedTech Innovation narrative.Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including scientists, data analysts, and clinical researchers, to distill complex scientific concepts into engaging and accessible content.Lead reporting of MedTech innovation highlights in J&J quarterly earnings.Develop and implement communication strategies to effectively convey the objectives, progress, and outcomes of clinical trials to both internal and external stakeholders.Lead organizational and internal communications for the Chief Scientific Officer.Independently lead and implement content development for Town Halls, R&D Forums and other key internal meetings, working in close partnership with internal and external partners.Work closely with regulatory affairs and compliance teams to ensure that all communications adhere to industry regulations and guidelines.Partner with business unit R&D communications to elevate and highlight key innovation milestones and stories across J&J MedTech.Establish and maintain relationships with key opinion leaders, healthcare professionals, and other stakeholders to amplify the reach of our scientific communications.This role will partner with business leaders, collaborate across our communication team, and engage with a broad group of stakeholders to drive success.The ideal candidate will be able to quickly grasp and translate complex messages into simple narratives, practice a collaborative workstyle, execute with excellence in delivering key programs and initiatives and, most importantly, enjoy what you do. We're a serious, but passionate and fun communications team.Develop and execute breakthrough communication and thought leadership strategies that celebrate and amplify J&J MedTech's robust scientific and innovation story.Monitor and measure the effectiveness of communications through digital analytics, surveys, and other key performance indicators.QUALIFICATIONSEducation:Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree is required with preference for study in the areas of Communications, Public Affairs, Journalism or closely related field.Experience and Skills:Required:Minimum of ten (10) years of experience managing communications in a company, NGO, Government agency, public relations agency or similar is required.Strong executive presence with demonstrated ability to interact with senior leaders is required.Demonstrated ability to build deep, authentic, successful relationships with top executives and scientists and strong influence with senior internal and external stakeholders is required.Exceptional attention to detail with superior writing and presentation development skills.Ability to drive workforce engagement strategies to inspire and increase productivity is required.Proven track record of successful, independent public relations/communications, corporate communication, science communication, product communication, public affairs, and/or media relations achievements is required.Strong business acumen, confident yet agile personality, the ability to move fast and the ability to provide strong counsel in real time is required.Deep understanding of media and business analytics, traditional media, digital and social platforms and strong experience with national and local lay, professional/trade and social media is required.Experience in managing budgets and resource allocation across large critical projects is required.Preferred:Current or past experience with direct people management skills is preferred.Current or past work experience in organizational communications with responsibility for internal and external initiatives is preferred.Proven experience in healthcare communications is preferred.Global mindset and successful track record of working in a global function, with direct experience of leading on international projects, issues, and teams, and of competent internal and external stakeholder interactions on an international basis is preferred.Other:Up to 10% travel.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.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2024-10-23