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Full-time
postgraduate degree
Posted 10d ago
Apply by Sep 30
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Develop and implement a multi-year medical and clinical affairs strategy for APAC, focusing on Japan, North Asia, and ANZ. Lead clinical evidence generation and maintain strategic relationships with KOLs, medical societies, and regulatory bodies.
Requirements
Requires a medical degree (MD) or advanced scientific degree (PhD, PharmD) with over 12 years of experience in medical affairs or clinical development. Proven leadership experience in the APAC region, specifically Japan and ANZ, is essential.
Full job description
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 jnj.com.
As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.
Job Function:
Medical Affairs Group
Job Sub Function:
Medical Affairs – MD
Job Category:
People Leader
All Job Posting Locations:
Chiyoda, Tokyo, Japan
Job Description:
Develop and implement a multi-year medical & clinical affairs strategy for APAC EP aligned with global strategy, prioritizing Japan, North Asia and ANZ while ensuring scalable approaches for India and SEA.
Lead design and execution of clinical evidence generation (post‑marketing studies, investigator-initiated studies, real-world evidence, registries) to support label, reimbursement and clinical adoption.
Build and maintain strategic relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs), medical societies, payers, HTA bodies and relevant academic institutions across focus markets
Provides leadership and direction to medical science managers and senior leaders and serves as the liaison for team collaborations and stakeholder engagements in the Japan, North Asia and ANZ Cluster and leverage the same to the rest of ASPAC.
Defines educational initiatives and industry partnerships on publications and clinical research
Advises on organizational standards regarding driving MSL team tactics and ensuring strong clinical engagement in the Japan, North Asia and ANZ Cluster and leverage the same to the rest of ASPAC
Communicates medical insights on future research and medical developments to both internal teams and external stakeholders
Maintains collaborative relationships across teams and exchanges scientific information on products and services
Oversee regional medical operations: scientific communications, publications, medical education, meetings, MSL deployment and medical review of promotional materials.
Recruit, coach and develop a high-performing medical team; set objectives, performance metrics and succession plans.
Ensure compliance with industry codes, local regulations, and company policies; champion ethical engagement and scientific integrity.
Leadership & reporting
Role level: PG 40 (senior leadership)
Direct reports: Medical leads, MSL leads, clinical operations manager(s) — depending on organizational model
Works closely with: Country Medical Leads (Japan, North Asia, ANZ, India, SEA), Regional Commercial, Regulatory, Market Access, Global Medical and Clinical Development teams, Medical Communications, Medical Legal & Compliance
Location & travel
Based in Tokyo, Japan
Travel: frequent regional travel (~40–60%) across Japan, North Asia, ANZ, India and SEA for KOL engagement, advisory boards, clinical study oversight and cross-functional alignment
Experience & qualifications
Medical degree (MD) preferred. Advanced scientific degree (PhD, PharmD) with experience in in Medical device is preferred.
12+ years’ experience in medical affairs, clinical development or related roles within the healthcare/medical device/pharma industry, with progressive leadership experience.
Demonstrated experience across APAC with deep exposure to Japan and ANZ; prior responsibility overseeing India/SEA is highly desirable.
Proven track record in designing and delivering clinical evidence programs (post‑marketing studies, RWE), successful interactions with KOLs and medical societies, and meaningful support to market access/HTA activities.
Strong understanding of local regulatory, reimbursement and clinical practice environments in Japan and ANZ; familiarity with Japan-specific requirements is a plus.
Experience managing cross-cultural teams and matrix stakeholders in complex, multi-country settings.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Japanese language skills or demonstrated experience working with Japanese stakeholders strongly preferred.
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Required Skills:
Preferred Skills:
Analytical Reasoning, Clinical Research and Regulations, Clinical Trials Operations, Communication, Consulting, Developing Others, Healthcare Trends, Inclusive Leadership, Leadership, Medical Affairs, Medical Communications, Medical Compliance, Product Strategies, Representing, Research Proposals, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Thinking
At Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine, we innovate with purpose, to lead where medicine is going. The experiences of patients around the world inform and inspire our science-based innovations, which continue to change and save lives. Applying rigorous science with compassion, we confidently address the most complex diseases of our time and develop the potential medicines of tomorrow. We are continuously working to develop treatments, aspiring to find cures, pioneering the path from lab to life, and championing patients every step of the way. https://bit.ly/3reuMvK
Health CareBiotechnologyMedicalManufacturingPharmaceutical
At Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine, we innovate with purpose, to lead where medicine is going. The experiences of patients around the world inform and inspire our science-based innovations, which continue to change and save lives. Applying rigorous science with compassion, we confidently address the most complex diseases of our time and develop the potential medicines of tomorrow. We are continuously working to develop treatments, aspiring to find cures, pioneering the path from lab to life, and championing patients every step of the way. https://bit.ly/3reuMvK
Health CareBiotechnologyMedicalManufacturingPharmaceutical