Executive Director, Medical

22 hours ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Johnson & Johnson Full time
Executive Director, Medical & Scientific Affairs, Australia & New Zealand

Join to apply for the Executive Director, Medical & Scientific Affairs, Australia & New Zealand role at Johnson & Johnson. 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

The Opportunity

As the Executive Director of Medical & Scientific Affairs for Australia & New Zealand, you will oversee the Medical and Scientific Affairs function across both office and field-based teams. Through strong leadership and coaching, you will set the strategic and operational direction for the Quality Use of Medicines, Medical Excellence, and Therapeutic Area teams, driving them to achieve key business outcomes.

In this role, collaboration is key—you will partner closely with functions beyond your direct reporting line, including Regulatory Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, Quality, and Clinical Trials. Additionally, you will work in close alignment with the APAC Medical Affairs (MAF) team to inform, shape, and drive regional initiatives and ensure successful outcomes.

Responsibilities
  • Set and drive the overarching medical strategy for ANZ organisation in line with global and regional direction
  • Motivating and leading a large team of highly skilled professionals with a clear vision and direction
  • Supporting and advancing the principles of Quality Use of Medicines
  • Elevating Medical Excellence initiatives including Medical Capability Development, Professional Education and Digital Capability
  • Risk Minimisation Management (RMP)
  • TGA Safety Point of contact
  • Health Care Compliance
Skills & Competencies
  • People Leadership – leading a large team, and delivering through others
  • Lead cross-functional interactions and collaboration
  • Demonstrates strong business acumen
  • Patient and customer centricity
  • Credo based leadership including compliance mindset
Experience Or Qualifications That Are Critical To This Position
  • Medical Doctor (MD)
  • Extensive experience in Pharmaceutical Industry
Company Culture
  • Competitive remuneration package.
  • Continuous training and support.
  • Award-winning leadership development programs.
  • Inclusive, flexible, and accessible working arrangements.
  • Equal opportunity employer supporting diversity and inclusion.
Why Choose Us
  • Competitive remuneration package and continuous training.
  • Supportive environment with award-winning leadership development programs.
  • Inclusive, flexible, and accessible working arrangements for all.
Our Benefits
  • Up to 18 weeks of parental leave to support new parents.
  • 4 days of volunteer leave to give back to the community.
  • Option to purchase up to 2 weeks of additional annual leave for extra time off.
  • Enjoy a dedicated Wellbeing Day to prioritize self-care.
  • Global Wellness Reimbursement of $780 per year for healthy eating, exercise, or mindfulness activities.
  • Access to an Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support.
  • Enhanced leave provisions for compassionate (caregiver) leave, providing up to 30 days of additional support.
  • Life insurance coverage for added peace of mind.
Certifications & Recognition
  • Great Place to Work Certification – 2025
Job Details
  • Seniority Level: Not Applicable
  • Employment Type: Full-time
  • Job Function: Health Care Provider
  • Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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