Principal Clinical Scientist – Robotics, Digital Solutions

Johnson & Johnson

Principal Clinical Scientist responsible for Robotic Surgery evidence generation strategies. Collaborating with clinical teams and leading cross-functional initiatives in innovative surgical technologies.

Posted 7/1/2026full-timeSanta Clara • California, Ohio • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $134,000 - $231,150 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide scientific leadership for Johnson & Johnson MedTech Surgery's Robotic Surgery Platform.
Collaborate closely with multi-functional evidence teams, including Medical, Clinical, Pre-clinical and Health Economics and Market Access.
Develop and deliver global evidence generation strategies, including post-market studies, investigator initiated studies, and real-world evidence, aligned to the R&D, regulatory, and commercial needs.
Ensure input and strong alignment from strategically important regional MedTech leads.
Design clinical trials to meet the premarket and post-market needs.
Strengthen capability in and drive implementation of real-world evidence to deliver efficient evidence solutions.
Develop network with key surgeons in US, EU, and APAC to assist in execution of Robotic Surgery clinical trials in all regions.
Lead cross-functional teams to interpret and disseminate evidence, including CSRs, abstracts, and manuscripts.
Support clinical scientific discussions with regulatory agencies/notified bodies to drive support of the clinical and regulatory strategy, including proposed clinical investigations; review process of clinical evidence generated for marketing authorization, line extensions, etc., including during sponsor regulatory inspections.
Provide scientific, technical, and strategic assessment of new business development opportunities and support acquisition of innovative products.
Demonstrate the ability to influence, shape and lead teams.
Build successful relationships internally and develop partnerships with key business partners and customers/investigators.

Requirements

What you’ll need

A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Biological Science, Engineering, or a related field is required.
An advanced degree (Master’s or Ph.D.) is preferred.
A minimum of 8 years of related scientific / technical experience within Clinical Research required.
Expertise in clinical research science and processes along with a broad and extensive understanding of product development processes, team dynamics, related healthcare market environment, clinical trends, and global clinical trial regulations required.
Proven track record of contributing to clinical programs within a clinical or surgical research setting, on time, within budget, and in compliance with SOPs and regulations is required.
Experience working in Robotics strongly preferred.
Experience in support of global regulatory submissions for medical devices, biologics, or drugs preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

competitive compensation
401k
pension
medical insurance
dental insurance
vision insurance
exercise reimbursement
flexible time off
paid volunteer leave
parental leave

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Hard Skills & Tools

Clinical Trial DesignEvidence GenerationRegulatory ComplianceProduct Development ProcessesClinical Program Management

Soft Skills

InfluencingRelationship BuildingTeam Leadership