Sr Director, Head of Data Science & Digital Health -Therapeutics Discovery

Johnson & Johnson

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Work type
Remote
Location
Remote
Salary
$196,000–$342,700 / yr
Posted
1 day ago
Closes
Jul 10, 2026

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Above market

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This role $269k
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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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Listed pay typically runs $117,000–$201,250 across 68 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Sr Director, Head of Data Science & Digital Health -Therapeutics Discovery

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Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine is seeking a Sr Director to lead its Data Science and Digital Health initiatives within Therapeutics Discovery, focusing on developing and executing a comprehensive data strategy that integrates advanced automation, FAIR data practices, and scalable analytics platforms. This visionary leader will collaborate with TD teams, IT partners, and external stakeholders to introduce cutting-edge technologies like generative AI and multimodal analytics, while also championing responsible AI standards and fostering strong partnerships within the industry. The role requires extensive experience in computational biology, chemistry, or related fields, along with a proven track record of delivering interoperable data products and leading matrix teams in drug discovery. Key skills include expertise in machine learning, automation tools, and strategic vision for future trends in data science and drug discovery.

Skills

Python SQL R TensorFlow Keras PyTorch AWS Azure GoogleCloudPlatform MLOps CI/CD Git JupyterNotebook PostgreSQL MongoDB Spark Hadoop Docker Kubernetes

What you'll do

  • Develop and execute a comprehensive data strategy for Therapeutics Discovery.
  • Lead design and implementation of scalable data pipelines for discovery workflows.
  • Build external partnerships with industry consortia and academic partners on Data Science needs.
  • Champion data governance, analytics, model lifecycle management, and Responsible AI standards.
  • Lead a core team of data scientists and engineers to support TD strategic goals.
  • Collaborate with IT, R&D Data Science, and external partners to introduce emerging technologies.

What we're looking for

  • PhD or equivalent experience in Computational Biology, Chemistry, AI/ML, Applied Math/Statistics.
  • 12+ years of data science experience in drug discovery with team leadership.
  • Proven expertise in creating high-impact R&D innovations through data science and automation.
  • Strong track record in applying ML/AI methods to drug discovery workflows.
  • Demonstrated success in delivering interoperable data products and scalable analytics platforms.
  • Excellent communication skills for matrix leadership across scientific, technical, and business stakeholders.

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