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 https://www.jnj.com **Job Function:** Strategy & Corporate Development **Job Sub** **Function:** Mergers, Acquisitions & Divestitures **Job Category:** People Leader **All Job Posting Locations:** Horsham, Pennsylvania, United States of America, La Jolla, California, United States of America, New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States of America, Raritan, New Jersey, United States of America, Somerville, New Jersey, United States of America, Spring House, Pennsylvania, United States of America, Titusville, New Jersey, United States of America **Job Description:** Johnson & Johnson is currently seeking a Licensing & Acquisition R&D Quality Manager to join our R&D Quality Assurance team located in Spring House, PA, Horsham, PA, New Brunswick, NJ, Titusville, NJ, Raritan, NJ, Somerville, NJ, or La Jolla, CA. The Licensing & Acquisition R&D Quality Manager is a member of the Quality Assurance group in Research & Development Quality (RDQ). This role functions as a key member of cross-functional due diligence teams led by Business Development (JBD) or Global External Innovation. This role is responsible for providing operational support across the therapeutic areas, with particular focus on Quality during the pre-clinical and clinical phases of the drug development cycle. The position is accountable for supporting due diligence efforts related to potential partnerships, acquisitions, or in-licensing opportunities, and for supporting the seamless integration of new businesses into the existing R&D Quality framework. The role ensures operational alignment across functions to enable informed decision-making and effective risk management. **MAIN REPONSIBILITIES | DUTIES** Main responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Business Advisor & Portfolio Responsibility + Build and manage project milestones, timelines, and coordinate resource estimates for deal integrations + Maintain portfolio and project management tools to provide transparency & progress + Support initiatives and actively participate in key projects across the organization or company + Administer & maintain applicable portfolio & project management systems as required + Lead/support internal dashboard/metrics reporting Risk Management, Collaboration & Governance + Lead risk management activities from diligence activities through integration as applicable + Coordinate RDQ resource planning required for deal valuation and integration activities + Ensure implementation and remediation work is prioritized commensurate w/quality compliance risk and business value creation + Hold regular communication updates functional leaders and other key stakeholders Team Leadership & Execution + Serve as L&A liaison within RDQ and business partners. + Manage project interdependencies, conflicts, and challenges by working with respective stakeholders to implement controls and risk mitigations. + Manage project team cadence, meetings, and reporting to ensure execution per plan. + Exhibit excellent soft skills in ownership & commitment, stakeholder partnership, customer centricity, decision making, learning agility, strategic thinking, business acumen, and emotional intelligence. **REPORTING STRUCTURE** This position will report to the External Innovation, Quality Risk Management Director. **EDUCATION | QUALIFICATIONS** + BA/BS or equivalent, BS degree in scientific discipline or business is beneficial + Advanced degree in science or business is preferred + Minimum of 6 years of experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry, with demonstrated involvement in both pre-clinical and clinical stages of drug development. + Proven track record in supporting or leading activities related to pre-clinical research, such as: pharmacology, toxicology, and/or IND-enabling studies. + Experience with clinical development processes, such as protocol development, clinical trial execution, and/or regulatory submissions. + Strong understanding of regulatory requirements, ICH guidelines and Good Laboratory/Clinical Practices (GLP/GCP). + Ability to travel up to 10%, primarily domestic **SKILLS | COMPETENCIES** + Conflict resolution, management, and negotiation skills + Exceptional written and verbal communications skills in English + Strong project management and execution skills + Ability to analyze and interpret scientific and clinical data to inform decision-making. 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 & 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 (ra-employeehealthsup@its.jnj.com) or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource. **The anticipated base pay range for this position is :** $100,000-$172,500 Additional Description for Pay Transparency: Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees and/or eligible dependents are 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. Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)). Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, Employees are eligible for the following time off benefits: Vacation –120 hours per calendar year Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child Condolence Leave – 30 days for an immediate family member: 5 days for an extended family member Caregiver Leave – 10 days Volunteer Leave – 4 days Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours Additional information can be found through the link below. https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits Co-Ops and Intern Positions: Co-Ops/Interns are eligible to participate in Company sponsored employee medical benefits in accordance with the terms of the plan. Co-Ops and Interns are eligible for the following sick time benefits: up to 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington, up to 56 hours per calendar year Co-Ops and Interns are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) Positions Represented by CBA: This position is eligible for benefits to include medical, dental, vision and time off, as well as any others as provided for in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement. 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.