Preclinical Scientist (Robotics & Digital Solutions) – MedTech Surgery Full-time NEW

Preclinical Scientist

Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we're developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments. Are you passionate about improving and expanding the possibilities of surgery? Ready to join a team that's reimagining how we heal? Our Surgery team will give you the chance to deliver surgical technologies and solutions to surgeons and healthcare professionals around the world. Your contributions will help effectively treat some of the world's most prevalent conditions such as obesity, cardiovascular disease and cancer. Patients are waiting. Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness.

We are searching for the best talent for a Preclinical Scientist to support our Robotics & Digital Surgery group. This role can be based in either Cincinnati, OH or Santa Clara, CA and will be fully On-Site 5 days per week.

Purpose: To use digital technology as part of a holistic approach to surgery across the episode of care to enhance surgical efficiency, promote better clinical outcomes and increase patient satisfaction. This position will serve as a scientific contributor for the development and execution of preclinical evidence strategies necessary to competitively position a product for domestic and international regulatory and clinical acceptance.

You will be responsible for:

• Supports product evaluations involving animate, inanimate, and cadaveric models
• Performs research supporting development of products or procedures in minimally invasive robotic surgery
• Assisting or conducting investigations for medical device development and preclinical evidence generation aligned to R&D, Regulatory, and Commercial needs
• Coordinate and ensure accurate documentation of laboratory activities
• Conduct lab activities in compliance with USDA, AAALAC, and J&J Animal use policies
• Ensure compliance with 21 CFR Part 58 – Good Laboratory Practices
• Contribute and support the design of appropriate studies to meet premarket and post-market needs
• Design, plan and execute preclinical animal studies for the assessment of safety, performance, and effectiveness
• Act as study coordinator in support of the Study Director
• May act as Study Director on less complex projects
• Assess, communicate, and manage the risks associated to the preclinical evaluation of products.
• Assist in appropriate interpretation and dissemination of all evidence generated, based on evidence dissemination strategy, including study reports, abstracts, manuscripts, etc.
• Demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment that embraces ownership and accountability for innovation, change, risk, and flexibility.
• Build successful relationships internally and develop partnerships with key business partners.

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Biological Science or a related discipline is required. An Advanced Degree (master's or Ph.D.) is strongly preferred.
• At least 3+ years of related scientific / technical experience within clinical and/or preclinical research is required.
• Experience in clinical and/or preclinical science and processes along with an understanding of product development processes, related healthcare market environment, clinical trends, and/or preclinical or clinical trial regulations including In-Vivo is required.
• Proven track record of contributing to clinical and/or preclinical programs on time, within budget and in compliance to SOPs and regulations is required.
• Experience working in a GLP environment and direct experience executing preclinical GLP studies.
• Understanding of good documentation practices required.
• Familiarity with animal welfare regulations and IACUC is required.
• Large Animal experience is highly desired.
• Experience working in Medical Device and/or Robotics is preferred.
• Experience in support of global regulatory submissions for medical devices, biologics, or drugs (including PMA/BLA/NDA and/or their global counterparts) is preferred.
• May require up to 15% domestic and international travel.

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants' needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please contact us via or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

The base pay range for this position is $89,000 to $143,750 in Cincinnati, OH or $103,000 to $165,600 in Santa Clara, CA. Additional Description for Pay Transparency: Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees and/or eligible dependents are eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance. Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company's consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)). Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, Employees are eligible for the following time off benefits: Vacation –120 hours per calendar year Sick time – 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year Work, Personal and Family Time – up to 40 hours per calendar year Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child Condolence Leave – 30 days for an immediate family member: 5 days for an extended family member Caregiver Leave – 10 days Volunteer Leave – 4 days Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours Additional information can be found through the link below.