Johnson & Johnson

Principal Scientist, Pharmacometrics Support

Johnson & Johnson

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Spring HouseNew JerseyPennsylvaniaUnited States

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Salary

💰 $117,000 - $201,250 per year

Job Level

Tech Stack

About the role

  • Preparing R programming scripts to generate non-linear mixed effect modelling (NONMEM) analysis input dataset(s) for PK, PK/PD or Exposure Response analysis.
  • Modifying the variable definition file for dataset generation.
  • Generating Analysis Dataset Non-Compartmental Analysis (ADNCA) input datasets and associated Data Transfer Agreements and metadata.
  • Upon request, QC NONMEM or ADNCA input dataset(s) generated by another PM support colleague.
  • Generating e-submission package for NONMEM (or other modelling type) analysis.
  • Interacting with other departments (including but not limited to Data Management, Clinical & Statistical Programming, bio-analytical teams, Regulatory) and external Vendors.
  • Promoting better understanding across different departments.
  • Piloting the generation of the first draft AI Authored data specification.
  • Performing pharmacometric Analysis QC activities in support of the PM Leader.
  • Driving CPP internal process improvements in dataset creation, dataset QC, pharmacometric analysis QC procedures and e-submission package preparation.
  • Overseeing internal R package updates and maintenance.
  • Creating required training decks for internal use.
  • Actively participating in working groups related to AI assisted code generation.
  • Presenting (cross-departmental) process improvements within/outside the department.
  • Carrying out functional responsibilities in accordance with applicable SOPs and Regulatory requirements.

Requirements

  • A minimum of a Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Clinical Pharmacology, Chemical/Biomedical Engineering or a related field with 6+ years of pharmaceutical development experience OR a PhD with 4+ years of pharmaceutical development experience is required.
  • Expertise with R programming language and R function creation is required.
  • A fundamental understanding of clinical drug development and PK & PK/PD population PK modeling concepts is required.
  • Good understanding of regulatory requirements and eCTD is required.
  • Good understanding of AI driven approaches within data programming is required.
  • Data-handling skills and solid understanding of clinical database structures such as SDTM and ADAM is required.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills with strong attention to detail are required.
  • Ability to build and improve working relationships inside and outside the department; ability and willingness to work in a cross-functional team environment (building strategic working relationships) is required.
  • Ability to collaborate in a diverse global environment is required.
  • Self-motivation with the ability to work independently with minimal direction is required.
  • Prior knowledge with ADNCA and ADPPK dataset standards is preferred.
  • R Shiny programming experience is preferred.
  • Knowledge of principles of non-linear mixed effect modeling is preferred.
  • Prior experience with pharmacometric analysis QC would be an asset.
  • Experience within oncology and immunology is an asset.
Benefits
  • medical
  • dental
  • vision
  • life insurance
  • short- and long-term disability
  • business accident insurance
  • group legal insurance
  • consolidated retirement plan (pension)
  • savings plan (401(k))
  • 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
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Hard Skills & Tools
R programmingR function creationnon-linear mixed effect modelingpharmacometric analysis QCADNCA dataset standardsAI driven approachesdata-handling skillsSDTMADAMeCTD
Soft Skills
written communicationoral communicationattention to detailrelationship buildingcross-functional teamworkcollaborationself-motivationindependence