VP Evidence Strategy & Operations
Johnson & Johnson, Warsaw, IN, United States
VP Evidence Strategy & Operations (Clinical)
Locations: Raynham, MA; West Chester, PA; Palm Beach Gardens, FL; Warsaw, IN. Remote work may be considered on a case‑by‑case basis and if approved by the company.
Purpose Reporting directly to the executive team leader for global medical and scientific affairs, the Vice President, Evidence Strategy & Operations, will be responsible for:
Strategic Development & Leadership
Develop and execute comprehensive evidence generation and dissemination strategy.
Establish scalable organizational structure, processes, and governance for compliant multi‑site clinical operations.
Operational Expansion
Oversee all aspects of clinical research activation, contracting, budgeting, and compliance.
Lead site selection, contracting, budgeting, and strategic planning across hospitals, outpatient centers, and investigator sites.
Strengthen and mature core clinical functions (clinical operations, regulatory, data management, monitoring, site management, QA, vendor management, etc.).
Advance centralized operations for data management, monitoring, and regulatory oversight.
Identify, evaluate, and onboard new research sites and investigators to broaden organizational reach.
Leadership & Culture
Recruit, mentor, and develop clinical research and operational teams.
Clinical Program Oversight
Provide leadership and oversight for all clinical programs, ensuring scientific rigor, regulatory compliance, and alignment with patient‑focused and business objectives.
Manage clinical trial design, execution, monitoring, data analysis, and interpretation to demonstrate safety, efficacy, and clinical utility.
Serve as the primary clinical liaison to KOLs, investigators, CROs, regulatory agencies, reimbursement experts, and clinical partners.
Collaborate with engineering, regulatory, and commercial teams to translate clinical insights into product development, regulatory, reimbursement, and commercialization strategies.
Partner with finance to manage clinical budgets, forecast resource needs, and support operational planning.
Qualifications / Requirements
At least a master’s degree (e.g., MBA, MHA, etc.)
10+ years of business leadership experience, including at least 5 years in senior roles within a CRO, SMO, or sponsor‑side research operations.
Deep expertise in device trial operations.
Proven ability to manage partnerships across outpatient centers, hospitals, and integrated health systems.
Strong knowledge of FDA and international regulations and GCP requirements for device trials.
Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to thrive in growth‑stage environments.
Exceptional communication, relationship management, and operational strategy competencies.
Preferred
Preferred experience in orthopedic or similar device domains.
Advanced degree (MD, PhD, etc.) strongly preferred.
Compensation The anticipated base pay range for this position is: $218,000.00 – $401,350.00.
Other details: performance bonuses and participation in retirement and long‑term incentive programs are available per company guidelines.
Benefits
Vacation – 120 hours per calendar year
Sick time – 40 hours per calendar year (48 hours for Colorado residents; 56 hours for Washington residents)
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 birth/adoption/foster care of a child
Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member; 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52‑week rolling period (10 days)
Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
Military Spouse Time‑Off – 80 hours per calendar year
Equal Employment Opportunity 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.
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Purpose Reporting directly to the executive team leader for global medical and scientific affairs, the Vice President, Evidence Strategy & Operations, will be responsible for:
Strategic Development & Leadership
Develop and execute comprehensive evidence generation and dissemination strategy.
Establish scalable organizational structure, processes, and governance for compliant multi‑site clinical operations.
Operational Expansion
Oversee all aspects of clinical research activation, contracting, budgeting, and compliance.
Lead site selection, contracting, budgeting, and strategic planning across hospitals, outpatient centers, and investigator sites.
Strengthen and mature core clinical functions (clinical operations, regulatory, data management, monitoring, site management, QA, vendor management, etc.).
Advance centralized operations for data management, monitoring, and regulatory oversight.
Identify, evaluate, and onboard new research sites and investigators to broaden organizational reach.
Leadership & Culture
Recruit, mentor, and develop clinical research and operational teams.
Clinical Program Oversight
Provide leadership and oversight for all clinical programs, ensuring scientific rigor, regulatory compliance, and alignment with patient‑focused and business objectives.
Manage clinical trial design, execution, monitoring, data analysis, and interpretation to demonstrate safety, efficacy, and clinical utility.
Serve as the primary clinical liaison to KOLs, investigators, CROs, regulatory agencies, reimbursement experts, and clinical partners.
Collaborate with engineering, regulatory, and commercial teams to translate clinical insights into product development, regulatory, reimbursement, and commercialization strategies.
Partner with finance to manage clinical budgets, forecast resource needs, and support operational planning.
Qualifications / Requirements
At least a master’s degree (e.g., MBA, MHA, etc.)
10+ years of business leadership experience, including at least 5 years in senior roles within a CRO, SMO, or sponsor‑side research operations.
Deep expertise in device trial operations.
Proven ability to manage partnerships across outpatient centers, hospitals, and integrated health systems.
Strong knowledge of FDA and international regulations and GCP requirements for device trials.
Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to thrive in growth‑stage environments.
Exceptional communication, relationship management, and operational strategy competencies.
Preferred
Preferred experience in orthopedic or similar device domains.
Advanced degree (MD, PhD, etc.) strongly preferred.
Compensation The anticipated base pay range for this position is: $218,000.00 – $401,350.00.
Other details: performance bonuses and participation in retirement and long‑term incentive programs are available per company guidelines.
Benefits
Vacation – 120 hours per calendar year
Sick time – 40 hours per calendar year (48 hours for Colorado residents; 56 hours for Washington residents)
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 birth/adoption/foster care of a child
Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member; 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52‑week rolling period (10 days)
Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
Military Spouse Time‑Off – 80 hours per calendar year
Equal Employment Opportunity 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.
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