Associate Director, R&D Neuroscience Data Science & Digital Health – Neurodegeneration

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 MedTech, 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 https://www.jnj.com

Job Function:
Data Analytics & Computational Sciences

Job Sub Function:
Data Science Portfolio Management

Job Category:
Professional

All Job Posting Locations:
Zug, Switzerland

Job Description:

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine is recruiting for Associate Director, R&D Neuroscience Data Science & Digital Health – Neurodegeneration to be located in Zug, Switzerland.

A pre-identified candidate for consideration has been identified.

However, all applications will be considered.

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 MedTech, 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 https://www.jnj.com/. 

Role Summary

This outstanding data scientist will join the Neuroscience Data Science and Digital Health (DSDH) team to transform neurodegeneration clinical trials through cutting-edge AI, digital health technologies and advanced statistical methodologies.

This role will work on the discovery, development and validation of novel digital endpoints and tools, enhancing patient screening, recruitment, monitoring, and engagement.

By combining deep knowledge of neuroscience with expertise in data science and digital health, the role will ensure innovative, fit-for-purpose solutions that enhance patient-centricity, streamline trial execution, and support regulatory and payer acceptance.

This will be achieved by being an integral member of a matrixed team working closely with the Neuroscience Therapeutic Area, Clinical Development, Quantitative Sciences, Regulatory and Patient Reported Outcomes, and by establishing strategic external collaborations.

Key Responsibilities
Advancing our Digital Health Strategy


* Partner with cross-functional teams to create strategic roadmaps that integrate digital health solutions throughout the patient journey ensuring clinical relevance and patient-centered outcomes.


* Monitor emerging technologies and trends to bring forward next-generation solutions for neurodegeneration research and development.

Endpoint & Digital Tool Development


* Monitor emerging t...