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Johnson & Johnson

Executive Director, Head of Cell Line & Cell Culture Development

Johnson & Johnson

Executive Director at Johnson & Johnson overseeing cell line and culture development processes. Leading scientific strategy and collaboration across departments to ensure robust therapeutic development.

Posted 7/1/2026full-timeMalvern • Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Define and own the global strategy for world-class cell line and media development
  • Ensure development approaches are fit-for-stage and platform-aligned for rapid clinical progression
  • Provide senior scientific leadership across cell line generation and upstream process optimization
  • Accountable for quality, on time, and budget delivery of cell line development
  • Partner with various departments to align on project scope, timelines, and resources
  • Own cell line and culture-related regulatory strategy, partnering with Quality and Regulatory Affairs
  • Build, lead, and develop a high-performing organization emphasizing accountability and continuous improvement

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • PhD in Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, or related scientific discipline
  • 10+ years of experience in biologics CMC with deep expertise in mammalian cell line development and cell culture process development
  • Demonstrated leadership at Senior Director or Executive Director level within large pharma or advanced biotech organizations
  • Proven track record delivering upstream processes through clinical development and GMP manufacturing
  • Strong experience working within matrixed, global organizations and with external manufacturing partners
  • Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and operate effectively within enterprise governance models.

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Inclusive work environment
  • Health insurance
  • Professional development opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools
Cell Line DevelopmentCell Culture Process DevelopmentBiologics CMCRegulatory StrategyQuality Assurance
Soft Skills
Influencing Senior StakeholdersCross-Functional CollaborationAccountabilityContinuous Improvement