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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.\nAs 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.\nJob Function:\nDiscovery & Pre-Clinical/Clinical DevelopmentJob Sub Function:\nPharmaceutical Product R&DJob Category:\nScientific/TechnologyAll Job Posting Locations:\nGurabo, Puerto Rico, United States of AmericaJob Description:\nAbout Innovative Medicine\nOur expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science-based advancements. Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing the medicines of tomorrow. Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way.\nLearn more atJohnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine\nWe are searching for the best talent for a Senior Scientist to join our team in Gurabo, Puerto Rico.\nThe Senior Scientist is an experienced professional who applies scientific principles and industry knowledge to solve complex technical challenges. This role leads a diverse portfolio of assignments requiring strong judgment, problem-solving skills, and independent decision-making. The Senior Scientist leads and delivers medium- to high-complexity projects and critical initiatives related to manufacturing, packaging, and cleaning validation. Responsibilities include conducting technical studies, leading investigations, and driving process improvement efforts. The incumbent maintains and applies expertise across key areas such as manufacturing operations, packaging processes, technology transfer, cleaning methodologies, and project management.\nKey Responsibilities:\nResponsible for the assessment of technical projects to develop strategy, plan and their execution. Coordinates project activities with site functional groups and other affiliates as required. May lead projects of medium/high complexity.\nInitiates change controls and completes technical/validation assessments to changes owned by other functional groups.\nDevelops and/or reviews validation protocols in compliance with applicable standards and procedures.\nCoordinate project activities and resources for the execution as per project plan.\nLead and actively participate in technology transfer activities to ensure successful and process implementation.\nAnalyzes physical and analytical testing results from the study to summarize results and conclusions in technical reports. Evaluates problems/deviations resulting from validation exercises and recommends resolution.\nWorks with other teams to address technical issues and resolve them using sound scientific reasoning and technical expertise (consults other technical experts as needed). Determines along with team, corrective and preventive actions using the appropriate root cause analysis tools. Evaluates the effectiveness of the corrective actions.\nIdentifying and reporting results that deviate from normal or expected results for routine and non-routine procedures and supports the resolution of the issue.\nIdentifies areas of process improvements and works with technical groups in the implementation. May lead process improvements initiatives depending on complexity.\nParticipates in regulatory audits and supports product/process requests from regulatory agencies.\nFollows the Leadership Imperatives competencies based on their leadership level within the organization (Individual Leader).\nQualifications\nEducation:\nMinimum of a Bachelor's degree required, focused degree in Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Engineering, or a related scientific field is preferred.\nExperience and Skills:\nRequired:\nMinimum of 6 years of relevant professional experience required; candidates with a Master’s degree or PhD may qualify with 4-6 years of demonstrated experience in Technical Services, Validation, or related technical support roles within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or similarly regulated industries.\nDemonstrated ability to communicate effectively, collaborate cross-functionally, and build strong working relationships.\nProficient in Microsoft Office applications; experience with project management software is preferred.\nStrong working knowledge of statistical tools and data analysis techniques.\nSolid technical and scientific foundation gained through a combination of education, training, certifications, and hands-on experience, with strong functional knowledge in applicable technical areas.\nProficient in the use of controlled documentation systems, event management tools, and trending and tracking platforms.\nWorking knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs), applicable regulations, and validation and technical support methodologies.\nStrong technical writing skills with the ability to clearly document processes, investigations, protocols, and reports.\nExperience with sampling, monitoring, and testing techniques in regulated manufacturing or laboratory environments.\nDemonstrated root cause analysis, troubleshooting, and diagnostic skills with the ability to apply scientific investigation methodologies.\nStrong project management skills, including working knowledge of FPx principles, tools, and methodologies.\nWillingness and ability to be cross-trained across multiple functional areas.\nDemonstrates leadership behaviors aligned with organizational Leadership Imperatives at the Individual Contributor level.\nPreferred:\nFamiliarity with manufacturing process sciences, technology transfer, Quality by Design (QbD), advanced analytical technologies, Process Analytical Technology (PAT), and continuous manufacturing is preferred.\nOther:\nBilingual proficiency in English and Spanish, with strong written and verbal communication skills.\nThere is no direct supervisory responsibilities however demonstrates accountability for deliverables, proactively manages own workload, exercises sound judgment, and takes initiative to lead activities and resolve routine issues. May provide technical guidance or mentorship to junior scientists within project teams.\nRelevant education and training in one or more of the following areas: solid dosage form manufacturing and packaging; cleaning, process, and packaging validation; technology transfer; and regulatory compliance.\nAbility to work a regular shift, with flexibility to support extended hours, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.\nRequires up to 10% domestic and/or international travel\nIf you are under 18 years of age you (the candidate) may need to obtain the necessary working papers or other documentation required by state law to start the assignment, as well as get a parent’s consent for the background check\nJohnson & 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.\nJohnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. 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