Senior Director, Global Medical Affairs Platform Leader Johnson & Johnson MedTech | Surgery

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: Raritan, New Jersey, United States of America Job Description: Senior Director, Global Medical Affairs Platform Leader Johnson & Johnson MedTech | Surgery Raritan, New Jersey 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 personalized. Through our expertise in MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions and deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow.

Summary Johnson & Johnson MedTech Surgery is seeking a Senior Director, Global Medical Affairs Platform Leader to provide strategic medical leadership for a global, MedTech platform. This highly visible executive leadership role is responsible for defining and executing the global Medical Affairs strategy across the entire product lifecycle, from early innovation through commercialization and lifecycle management. The Senior Director will ensure Medical Affairs serves as a strategic partner to Research & Development, Clinical Affairs, Regulatory Affairs, Commercial, Market Access, and Global Franchise Leadership while advancing evidence generation, scientific engagement, and patient outcomes. Reporting to the Vice President, Global Medical Affairs, this individual will lead a global organization of Medical Affairs professionals and Regional Medical Affairs leaders, providing governance, strategic direction, and organizational leadership across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and other international markets. The successful candidate will serve as the senior medical advisor for the platform, translating scientific insights into business strategy while ensuring the highest standards of medical governance, scientific integrity, and compliance.

Global Medical Affairs Strategy Develop and execute the global Medical Affairs strategy aligned with platform, franchise, and enterprise objectives. Serve as the global medical leader for a MedTech platform. Shape long-term medical strategy supporting innovation, commercialization, lifecycle management, and market expansion. Ensure Medical Affairs strategy reflects evolving customer needs, scientific advancements, and competitive dynamics. Represent Medical Affairs on Global Franchise Leadership Teams and strategic governance committees. Global Governance Establish and lead the global Medical Affairs governance framework across all regions. Provide strategic leadership to Regional Medical Affairs Directors to ensure aligned execution globally. Develop standardized Medical Affairs operating models, processes, and performance metrics. Ensure consistent scientific standards while allowing appropriate regional flexibility. Chair global Medical Affairs governance councils and cross-functional leadership forums. Drive continuous improvement across Medical Affairs capabilities, operations, and organizational