Manager Evidence Generation Operations

Janssen Inc, a Johnson & Johnson company, is recruiting an Manager Evidence Generation Operations to join our growing Evidence Generation Centre operations team within the Medical Affairs organization based in Toronto, Ontario. At the Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson, we are working to create a world without disease. Transforming lives by finding new and better ways to prevent, intercept, treat and cure disease inspires us. We bring together the best minds and pursue the most promising science. We are Janssen. We collaborate with the world for the health of everyone in it. Learn more at www.janssen.com and follow us @JanssenGlobal. Janssen Inc. is a member of the Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson. Please visit www.janssen.ca for more information. This critical role will provide technical, scientific and program management expertise in the development and implementation of the Evidence Generation (EG) programs in the context of the Integrated Evidence Generation Planning (IEGP) process. This dynamic leader will technically lead the team of Evidence Generation Project Managers (EGPMs) and supervise their day-to-day tasks, with a strong focus on sharing experience, standard procedures and build areas of technical expertise between the EGPM team. Building and maintaining the internal and external evidence generation/RWE network of Subject Matters Experts (SMEs) to support the setup and execution of EG programs will be under the remit of this Manager. Through collaborations with relevant partners, execution excellence of EG programs according to quality, budgetary and timeline specifications is a core responsibility for this role. Collaborate closely with Medical Science, Market Access and Regulatory leads providing technical and operational expertise to the planning, communication and execution related to evidence generation programs, publications & other relevant activities. Partner with execution teams to drive the setup, implementation, and delivery of projects within the IEGP. Provide dotted- line management to the evidence generation/RWE project managers (EGPMs) by jointly setting project- specific requirements, objectives, and timelines, assigning responsibilities and supervise the day-to-day tasks of the team. Ensure risk mitigation, contingency plans are developed for key activities, checked against available budget, and implemented as appropriate by EGPMs. Collaborate closely with Medical Science, Market Access and Regulatory leads providing technical and operational expertise to the planning, communication and execution related to evidence generation programs, publications & other relevant activities. Partner with execution teams to drive the setup, implementation, and delivery of projects within the IEGP. Ensure publication plans are properly developed and implemented by the EGPMs in collaboration with activity owners within timelines & budget. Ensure HCC, pharmacovigilance and legal requirements are fully understood, appropriately handled, and followed when planning projects, developing materials, implementing projects, and contracting vendors. Support the EGPM Team in establishing links and communication channels with all relevant partners involved in clinical research related activities. Share technical knowledge and provide input into core documents and respond to program- related questions. Continuously explore and give input to EG operational gaps, business solutions and technologies (e.g., programs, tools, systems, and applications) to drive efficiencies and effectiveness across teams. Ensure that appropriate operational trainings related to EGPM role (medical/scientific, functional skills, study planning & execution) are undertaken. Encourage sharing of experience & standard procedures between the EGPMs and build areas of technical expertise within the EGPM Team. Collaborate with finance to run budget planning, tracking, and reporting in accordance with finance reporting cycles. Coordinate evidence generation budget reviews with activity owners, functional leads and finance partners following each budget update cycle. Build and update the evidence generation metrics dashboards and reports. Serve as the primary contact point for the communication and reporting of program status and ensure effective communication of status and other relevant topics to cross-functional colleagues, including Patient Value Teams (PVTs). Qualifications Education: BA/BS degree in Life Sciences or related scientific field (biology, medicine, pharmacy, etc.,) required; Advanced degree preferred (MSc, PhD, etc.). Required Qualifications and Experience: A minimum of 5 years’ experience in pharmaceutical industry, CRO or investigational site (i.e., hospital, clinic, or academic institution). Pharmaceutical industry experience is required Project/program management experience within Medical Affairs, Market Access, Regulatory OR Clinical research, RWE or other relevant experience. Preferred Qualifications and Experience:: Team leader or functional line management experience. Scientific and technical thought leadership with knowledge or learning agility to rapidly acquire understanding of health care compliance, study execution, pharmacovigilance, clinical/medical drug development, benefit risk management and regulatory affairs. Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills with a heightened ability to collaborate and work with a team to be successful. Highly innovative with the ability to drive multiple projects within a sophisticated and changing environment, and efficiently handle and resolve issues within the project management team. Highly motivated individual with demonstrated analytical, communication and interpersonal skills. A keen data science curiosity and strong leadership skills are required in our ambitious, fast-paced work environment. Ability to work effectively with multi-cultural and virtual teams. Highly adept in utilization of project management tools and reporting systems (including project CRMs, financial reporting systems…) At Johnson & Johnson, we’re on a mission to change the trajectory of health for humanity. That starts by creating the world’s healthiest workforce. Through cutting-edge programs and policies, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our employees and the ones they love. As such, candidates offered employment must show proof of full COVID-19 vaccination or secure an approved accommodation prior to the commencement of employment to support the well-being of our employees, their families and the communities in which we live and work. For more information on how we support the whole health of our employees throughout their wellness, career and life journey, please visit www.careers.jnj.com. Diversity and inclusion are central elements of the shared culture across the Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies. Attracting, developing and retaining a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and communities is essential to our success. We are committed to providing a respectful, inclusive and accessible work environment where all employees have the opportunity to achieve their potential. Primary Location Canada-Ontario-Toronto-19 Green Belt Drive Organization Janssen Inc. (7710) Job Function R&D Requisition ID 2206026630W