Director, Immunology Medical Affairs, Japan

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Job Function:
Medical Affairs Group

Job Sub Function:
Medical Affairs

Job Category:
People Leader

All Job Posting Locations:
Chiyoda, Tokyo, Japan

Job Description:


* Responsible and accountable for Medical Affairs strategy of Immunology therapeutic area (TA) including compounds/product development/business plan in Dermatology and Inflammatory bowel disease.


* Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders including key opinion leaders to develop and implement the overall Medical Affairs strategy for product lifecycle aligned with company brand strategy.


* Responsible for people and operational budget management of TA department.


* Responsible for ensuring that all Medical Affairs activities are compliant with Japan Legislation and HCC rules.

The role involves extensive interactions with :



* Domestic and international KOLs in responsible therapeutic areas.


* AP Regional leadership team


* Other local management board members


* Sales and Marketing leaders in J&J IM Japan


* R&D, PV, PMS and Regulatory Affairs leaders in JPKK


* All Medical Affairs leaders and members

Education Requirements:



* MD


* PhD, MBA

Experience Requirements:



* Good people management experience in Medical Affairs, R&D, or Marketing within the pharmaceutical industry.


* Good experience in the specific therapeutic area preferred.


* Strong understanding of local regulatory policies and industry codes related to drug registration, promotion, and clinical studies.


* Familiarity with clinical study operations and execution.

Core Competencies:



* Integrity / Credo-based Actions


* Strategic Thinking


* Big Picture Orientation with Attention to Detail


* Organizational & Talent Development


* Intellectual Curiosity


* Collaboration and Teaming


* Sense of Urgency


* Prudent Risk Taking


* Self-Awareness / Adaptability


* Results / Performance Driven

Job-Specific Skills:



* Business-level Japanese and English communication skills.


* Strong interpersonal flexibility for cross-functional collaboration.


* Excellent presentation skills and business acumen.


* Analytical ability to identify trends and develop creative solutions.


* Adherence to Johnson & Johnson Credo and Health Care Business Integrity Guide.


* Leadership competencies appropriate for senior leaders.

Key Responsibilities...