The Senior Director role in Johnson & Johnson’s Innovative Medicine division focuses on leading the data science and digital health strategy for ophthalmology, integrating multiomics, AI/ML, and clinical/RWE to accelerate drug discovery and development. This visionary leader will define and execute innovative approaches, driving the application of advanced analytics to uncover disease mechanisms and novel targets while developing and validating digital tools and endpoints. Key responsibilities include collaborating with internal teams and external partners to enhance clinical trial design and regulatory engagement, as well as recruiting and inspiring a diverse team of experts in computational biology and RWE. The ideal candidate holds an advanced degree and has over 10 years of industry experience, including leadership roles in applying data-driven methods to drug discovery. Technical expertise includes proficiency in multiomics integration, digital health technologies, and large-scale clinical datasets, along with programming skills in Python or R. This role offers the opportunity to transform how we understand and treat ophthalmic disorders through cutting-edge data science techniques.
Skills
Python
R
Multiomics
Digital Health Technologies
Clinical Research Data
Advanced Statistical Methods
Causal Inference
Machine Learning
Deep Learning
Data Analysis Pipelines
AI Methodologies
EHR
Real-World Data
Longitudinal Analysis
Patient Stratification
Data Standards
Privacy Regulations
Regulatory Qualification Pathways
What you'll do
Define and execute data science and digital health strategy for ophthalmology.
Drive application of multiomics and integrative analytics to uncover disease mechanisms.
Lead development and validation of digital tools and novel endpoints for clinical trials.
Champion use of machine learning and AI to accelerate patient stratification and translational discovery.
Partner with clinical teams to integrate real-world evidence into trial design and regulatory submissions.
What we're looking for
Advanced degree in neuroscience or quantitative sciences required.
10+ years of industry experience applying data-driven methods to drug discovery and development.
7+ years of people management experience in a relevant field.
Technical expertise in multiomics integration, digital health technologies, or large-scale clinical datasets.
Proven track record of scientific contributions through presentations and publications.
Excellent communication skills for translating complex insights into clear strategies.
Demonstrated success in leading cross-disciplinary teams at the interface of data science and biology.
Market check
Salary context
This
$193,000–$333,500
range sits above
91%
of similar postings on FindRole.
Peer median band
$124,000–$225,000
Median floor and ceiling across peers.
Typical midpoint (25–75%)
$151,065–$214,500
Middle half of comparable postings.
Based on 239 comparable postings.*
* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.
Employer
About Johnson & Johnson
Johnson & Johnson is a multinational corporation operating in three main segments: consumer health products, pharmaceuticals, and medical devices, known for brands like Tylenol, Band-Aid, and Janssen. Industry: Pharmaceuticals & Medical Devices
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R
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