Principal Scientist, Occupational Toxicology & Product Quality Full-time

Principal Scientist, Occupational Toxicology & Product Quality

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.

We are searching for the best talent for a Principal Scientist, Occupational Toxicology & Product Quality to be located in Raritan, NJ; Titusville, NJ; or Spring House, PA. Please note that this role is available across multiple countries and may be posted under different requisition numbers to comply with local requirements. While you are welcome to apply to any or all of the postings, we recommend focusing on the specific country(s) that align with your preferred location(s):

Beerse, Belgium – Requisition Number: R-021941

United States – Requisition Number: R-018339

Remember, whether you apply to one or all of these requisition numbers, your applications will be considered as a single submission.

Purpose: The Principal Scientist, Occupational Toxicology & Product Quality will play a vital role in supporting the completion of comprehensive human health risk assessments for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) throughout the drug development process. In this position, the qualified candidate will collaborate closely with toxicologists and cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with evolving regulatory requirements, thereby helping to ensure worker safety and product quality. Key responsibilities will include conducting and communicating risk assessments for new molecular entities (NMEs) and established products (EPs), as well as contributing to the advancement of innovative methodologies for health-based assessments. If you possess a solid background in toxicology and are passionate about worker safety and product quality, we encourage you to apply and become part of our dedicated and innovative team at Johnson & Johnson!

You will be responsible for:

• Applying toxicological knowledge to establish health-based permitted daily exposure levels (PDEs) and occupational exposure limits (OELs) for APIs throughout their synthesis stages.
• Providing training and hazard information on occupational health, including safety data sheet reviews and reproductive hazard assessments.
• Monitoring ongoing toxicology studies to ensure adherence to protocols and regulations.
• Leveraging occupational toxicology knowledge to provide scientific support for small molecules, antibody drug conjugates (ADC) and other modalities.
• Participating in the Pharma Occupational Toxicology Advisory Committee as part of the assessment peer-review process.
• Collaborating with internal and external teams to enhance risk assessment efficacy and adapt to emerging regulations.
• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of global worker safety regulations and participating in activities to influence regulatory decisions.
• Engaging in ongoing training opportunities while supporting cross-training initiatives within the department.

Qualifications / Requirements:

Education: Minimum of Bachelor's degree is required. Master's degree or PhD in Toxicology, Pharmacology or related area is highly preferred.

Required:

• Minimum 6-8 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry/academic setting (i.e. preclinical safety assessment, risk assessment, public health, etc.)
• Experience working in a regulatory environment
• Proven history of integrating toxicology and clinical data into clear risk assessments
• Highly motivated, innovative, and team-oriented mindset
• Excellent written, visual, and oral communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, global environment and adapt quickly to changing company needs while collaborating across functions.

• Travel up to 10%, defined by business need

Preferred:

• DABT certification

The anticipated base pay range for this position in the US is $115,000 to $197,800.

The Company maintains highly competitive, performance-based compensation programs. Under current guidelines, this position is eligible for an annual performance bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable plan. The annual performance bonus is a cash bonus intended to provide an incentive to achieve annual targeted results by rewarding for individual and the corporation's performance over a calendar/performance year. Bonuses are awarded at the Company's discretion on an individual basis.

Employees and/or eligible dependents may be 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.

Employees may be eligible to participate in the Company's consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).

Employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:

• Vacation – up to 120 hours per calendar year
• Sick time – up to 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington – up to 56 hours per calendar year
• Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays – up to 13 days per calendar year
• Work, Personal and Family Time – up to 40 hours per calendar year

This job posting is anticipated to close on July 9, 2025. The Company may however extend this time-period, in which case the posting will remain available on to accept additional applications.

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 and 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 email the Employee Health Support Center or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

The anticipated base pay range for this position is: $115,000-$197,800. Additional Description for Pay Transparency: The Company maintains highly competitive, performance-based compensation programs. Under current guidelines, this position is eligible for an annual performance bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable plan. The annual performance bonus is a cash bonus intended to provide an incentive to achieve annual targeted results by rewarding for individual and the corporation's performance over a calendar/performance year. Bonuses are awarded at the Company's discretion on an individual basis.

Employees and/or eligible dependents may be 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. Employees may be eligible to participate in the Company's consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)). This position is eligible to participate in the Company's long-term incentive program. Employees are eligible for the following time off benefits: Vacation – up to 120 hours per calendar year Sick time – up to 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington – up to 56 hours per calendar year Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays – up to 13 days per calendar year of Work, Personal and Family Time – up to 40 hours per calendar year Additional information can be found through the link below. The compensation and benefits information set forth in this posting applies to candidates hired in the United States. Candidates hired outside the United States will be eligible for compensation and benefits in accordance with their local market.