At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and Med Tech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at. As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.Job Function: Medical Affairs Group | Job Sub Function: Medical Affairs | Job Category: People Leader | All Job Posting Locations: Toronto, Ontario, CanadaJob DescriptionWe are searching for the best talent for the Medical Director Portfolio and Strategic Accounts position to join our Medical Affairs team located in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.Our expertise in Cutting-edge Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science-based advancements. Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing the medicines of tomorrow. Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way. Learn more at PurposeThe Medical Director Portfolio and Strategic Accounts is responsible for medical and scientific leadership for the J&J Portfolio and Strategic Accounts, including neuroscience, rare disease, general medicine and associated pipeline assets. This role is accountable for providing evidenced-based scientific expertise to internal and external partners for all assets in the TA, delegating responsibility to the Associate Medical Director and/or Scientific Advisor as appropriate. The Medical Director Portfolio and Strategic Accounts is accountable for the Integrated Evidence Generation Process (IEGP) in collaboration with the therapeutic area team and in direct communication with the global organization. They lead the team responsible for the National Medical Education and Evidence Communication/ Dissemination plans. They work closely with external HCPs/sites to ensure seamless integration of the assets into the health care system. They lead, manage and coach a team that may include an Associate Medical Director/Scientific Advisors & National Medical Education Manager. They provide scientific strategic leadership to the field medical team and lead the Medical Integrated Team. The Medical Director Portfolio and Strategic Accounts co-leads the cross-functional Patient Value Team and the development/execution of the cross-functional Business Plan and associated operational budget.



They also contribute to global/regional strategic planning through representation on teams such as the Worldwide Medical Affairs Strategy Team and Study Publication Team.You will be responsible for: Accountable to develop and deploy the medical strategy for the TA in alignment with internal stakeholders and external physicians and sitesCollaborate closely with internal stakeholders as co-lead of the cross-functional TA business team to align on portfolio strategyEnsure integration of TA portfolio strategy across internal stakeholders on brand teamIdentify opportunities to gather relevant information via Scientific Advisory Boards, including strategic development and tactical execution of these activities.Lead the Launch Readiness Process for assets in the pipeline.Pre-launch medical activities including advisory boards, congress activities, coordination of regional activityActively represent Canada on global teams and liaise with multiple global partners to provide expertise and to ensure Canadian needs are metLead and partner in interactions with key individual stakeholders to provide input and decision-making into short, medium, and long-range solutions to ensure appropriate data generation and data communication strategiesDevelop and maintain relationships with external investigators and opinion leaders involved in the delivery of TA care or engaged in TA studiesIdentifies data gaps for each product within the respective disorders areas and develops a Data Generation Plan.Presents data gaps to Global team and actively participates in the research approval processDevelop, conduct and manage clinical protocols of high scientific standard in support of local initiativesChampion Investigator Initiated Studies to meet Canadian needs & oversight of final deliverablesDevelopment and execution of publication strategyKey Partner in company sponsored studies-develops strategy, protocol and hypotheses for phase 4 clinical trials, aids in the identification of sitesSecures required resources to execute on the TA medical planLeads, manages and develops a team that may include Associate Medical Director, Scientific Advisors, National Medical Education ManagerHires strong individuals into the team, manages performance, manages team operational budgetChampions development of team membersProvides strategic leadership and indirect coaching to field medical teamLeads Medical Integrated Team, ensuring high standard for Medical Education and Medical Communications plansMaintain up-to-date scientific expertise with regular attendance at key scientific/clinical/economic conferences, training sessions and preceptorships Qualifications / Requirements Ph D or MD preferred; Pharm D,



MSc at a minimum combined with experienceAt least 8 years of experience in a medical/scientific function in the pharmaceutical industryPeople management experience requiredAbility to build and develop effective people and teamsExperience/knowledge in neuroscience, cardiology, or rare disease is an assetExperience related to Medical Education and/or Medical Communications is an assetStrong knowledge of GCP, IMC code and Healthcare Compliance policies and procedures.Familiarity with working in an environment guided by SOPs.Solid knowledge of local regulatory requirementsStrategic thinking and positive track record of flawless executionProven ability to effectively communicate information to KOLs, as well as non-expertsAbility to put data into perspective and communicate it concisely, as requiredDemonstrated critical thinking, strong project management skills and ability to impact decision making with relevant partnersPrioritization skills and big picture orientationScientific acumen across several disease statesDemonstrated ability to take initiative, multitask and follow throughExperience developing and/or executing product strategyExceptional written and verbal communication skills including an ability to effectively observe, assess and mentor others on communicating complex technical, scientific or medical information to broad audience typesStrong leadership capabilities and excellent interpersonal skillsProven track record developing, presenting and publishing clinical studiesTravel estimated to be 20% of time both internationally and in market Position DetailsThis position is located at the 19 Green Belt Drive Toronto home office and follows a hybrid schedule of three days in the office and two days remotely per week.Company CultureAt Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and Med Tech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at Our Credo calls on us to respect the dignity of every individual and create an environment for all people to thrive. Throughout the recruitment process - from application through hiring - we are committed to providing reasonable accommodations/adjustments for qualified candidates with disabilities. If you need support at any stage of the recruitment process, please complete our candidate accommodation request form so we can assist you.The Company uses AI in its assessment of applicants. This job posting is for an existing position.Job Function: Medical Affairs Group | Job Sub Function: Medical Affairs | Job Category: People Leader | All Job Posting Locations: Toronto, Ontario, CanadaRequired Skills: Preferred Skills: Data Generation, Developing Others, Healthcare Trends, Inclusive Leadership, Medical Affairs, Medical Communications, Medical Compliance, People Leadership, Stakeholder Collaboration, Strategic Thinking#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Medical Director Portfolio And Strategic Accounts (Toronto)
🏢 7710-Janssen-Ortho
📍 Toronto