Senior Director, Compound Development Team Leader - Ophthalmology and Neuroscience

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Job Function:
Discovery & Pre-Clinical/Clinical Development

Job Sub Function:
Clinical Development & Research – Non-MD

Job Category:
Scientific/Technology

All Job Posting Locations:
Raritan, New Jersey, United States of America, US026 PA Spring House - 1400 McKean Rd, US337 MA Cambridge - 301 Binney St, US353 CA La Jolla - 10975 N Torrey Pines Rd

Job Description:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:


* In partnership with Discovery and line functions, establish a development plan spanning LLO to NME-declaration to ensure a robust monograph package that supports preclinical and early clinical development of the asset


* Lead the design and implementation of a robust cross-functional early development strategy for designated NME(s)/assets beginning with preclinical development through clinical proof of concept


* In partnership with line functions, maximize the potential for early decision-making and portfolio prioritization by leveraging innovative fit-for-purpose development paradigms to assess whether the asset can meet target product profile/quality standards


* In partnership with Late Development and Commercial functions, establish clinical proof of concept study/studies that supports late clinical development


* Lead CDTs to drive compound development, enable effective strategy planning and decision making, and achieve governance strategic alignment with senior leaders


* Actively contribute to compound strategy decision-making by ensuring relevant research, analysis, and expertise are available


* Accountable for overall budget and project plan deliverables, and risk mitigation strategies


* Ensure effective planning and negotiate with stakeholders to secure resources that the CDT needs to achieve its goals and objectives while minimizing cost and time without sacrificing quality; proactively anticipate and address strategic and operational needs and challenges to resolve critical risks and communicate to all stake holders


* Champion the asset at all levels of J&J while bringing the portfolio perspective to the CDTs


* Build high performing teams and contribute to development of CDT members via feedback and mentoring


* Represent the CDTs among external stakeholders and ensure effective relationship with alliance partner(s) on partnered compounds


* Collaborate with Business Development and External Innovation on assessing external compounds and companies and due dilig...