Manager, R&D Engagement Communications

Johnson & Johnson is currently recruiting for a Manager, R&D Engagement Communications. This position may be located in, Raritan, NJ, New Brunswick, NJ, Jacksonville, FL, Raynham, MA, West Chester, PA, Irvine, CA, Warsaw, IN, or Houston, TX. As the world’s most comprehensive medical devices business, we are building on a century of experience, merging science and technology, to shape the future of health and benefit even more people around the world. With our unparalleled breadth, depth and reach across surgery, orthopaedics, vision care, and interventional solutions, we’re working to profoundly change the way care is delivered. We are in this for life. For more information, visit https://www.jnjmedtech.com/en-US Job Description: The Manager, R&D Engagement Communication will develop and execute a wide range of strategic communication programs and activities in support of the goals and objectives for the JJMT R&D organization. This role will support the goals of the R&D Leadership Team, helping associates understand the business strategy, and drive engagement and alignment. In addition, the Manager will partner with franchise, region, and core communication teams to develop and execute both internal and external communications to elevate the company’s innovation narrative. This individual will also be responsible for change communications around select initiatives, and partner closely with Human Resources to help continue to drive an innovative, inclusive, and winning culture. This role will report directly to the Director, MedTech Innovation and R&D Communication with a dotted line into the J&J MedTech Employee Engagement team. The Manager will be able to ensure strategy and content on all communication channels aligns with and supports the organizations’ goals. This is achieved through the development and implementation of a proactive communication strategy, strong partnerships across the organization and maintenance of a communications calendar to guide messaging to the organization. Key Responsibilities: Set strategy, test, and deliver new internal tools and ideas to engage the organization. Develop and execute internal communication plan on behalf of the Leadership Team, such as townhalls, videos, podcasts, and global employee newsletters. Create and implement change communication plans, when needed. Translate complex company and R&D-related initiatives into digestible, short content that ties back to the business and J&J MedTech strategy and initiatives. Build and lead networks of colleagues to encourage collaboration and knowledge sharing and facilitate the adoption of common practices – such as brand champions or change agents. Develop and support innovation initiatives, including but not limited to writing, editing, preparing videos and photography, developing story ideas to promote selected activities, and special event coordination. Use CommTech tools and engagement strategies to manage editorial calendar, content creation, employee surveys, and foster collaboration. Ensure that programs drive consistent messages to all audiences. Measure and monitor the quality and impact of internal communications activity. Manage budget, cross-functional, and PR agency teams to ensure flawless execution of projects. Qualifications Education: Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree is required in communication, journalism, PR, public affairs, or closely related field Experience and Skills: Required: A minimum of 5 years’ experience in public relations, organizational communications, internal communications. Strong writing experience for both print and web media, including in-depth knowledge of AP writing style. Experience using social media and digital tools. Ability to work with cross-functional and global teams. Ability to successfully collaborate and build relationships with key business partners. Excellent organization and project management skills. Ability to work with minimal supervision in fast-paced and matrix environment. Ability to oversee budget and agency partners. Possesses strong strategic and critical thinking skills. Preferred: Experience in a regulated industry preferred. Familiarity with Photoshop and knowledge of web design tools a plus. Other: Up to 10% domestic travel required 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 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. Johnson & Johnson is an Affirmative Action and 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, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Primary Location United States-New Jersey-Raritan-1000 US HIghway 202 Other Locations North America-United States-Florida-Jacksonville, North America-United States-Texas-Houston, North America-United States-New Jersey-New Brunswick, North America-United States-Massachusetts-Raynham, North America-United States-California-Irvine, North America-United States-Indiana-Warsaw, North America-United States-Pennsylvania-West Chester Organization Medical Device Business Services, Inc (6029) Job Function Public Affairs Requisition ID 2206043266W