Study Responsible Physician – Neuroscience Late Development

Johnson & Johnson

Study Responsible Physician leading medical oversight and execution of Phase 2/3 neuroscience trials at Johnson & Johnson. Supporting patient safety, regulatory submissions, and clinical development strategy.

Posted 8/5/2026full-timeTitusville • New Jersey, Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $199,000 - $343,850 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and executing Phase 2/3 clinical studies in Neuroscience, with a strong focus on regulatory compliance, data quality, and patient safety. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and effectively communicate complex medical information to stakeholders.

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MD Or EquivalentExperience In NeuroscienceClinical Trials ExperienceGood Clinical Practices KnowledgeStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Clinical Trial DesignMedical MonitoringData AnalysisRegulatory Filing PreparationAdverse Event EvaluationProtocol DevelopmentMedical Data ReviewSafety Officer ActivitiesClinical Study Report WritingProtocol Compliance

Soft Skills

Analytical ThinkingProblem-SolvingInterpersonal SkillsConflict ResolutionIndependent Decision-Making

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft Word

Industry Keywords

Neuroscience Late DevelopmentPharmaBiotechCROGood Clinical PracticesRegulatory RequirementsClinical Development PlansHealth Authority ReportingAdvisory BoardsKey Opinion Leader Interactions

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and execute Phase 2/3 studies in the Neuroscience Late Development portfolio
Provide active medical and scientific contribution to cross-functional clinical teams led by a Clinical Lead
Contribute to clinical development plans and clinical trial protocols
Develop clinical trial materials, including protocol training
Own content of clinical study reports and relevant regulatory filing documents
Oversee medical safety through detailed medical data reviews, adverse event and medical history coding, protocol deviation review, and site interactions
Ensure protocol compliance, data quality, and patient safety
Perform medical monitoring/reporting and company safety officer activities
Evaluate adverse events for relationship to treatment
Assist Regulatory Affairs with corrective actions, health authority reporting, and drug regulatory strategies
Act as a company medical contact for health authorities on clinical/medical issues
Interpret, report, and prepare oral and written product research results for health authority submissions
Execute medical-related consultation for internal stakeholders
Evaluate scientific opportunities, new assets, and products
Participate in Advisory Boards and key opinion leader interactions
Support presentations and publications of study results
Collaborate with project clinical scientists, physicians, and matrixed functions including project management, finance, legal, quality, regulatory affairs, data management, medical writing, biostatistics, safety, medical affairs, and clinical operations

Requirements

What you’ll need

MD (or equivalent) in relevant area; MD/PhD
Experience in neuroscience (psychiatry, neurology) highly preferred
Minimum of 1 year conducting clinical trials in pharma/biotech/CRO or minimum of 2 years conducting clinical trials in academia
Experience and knowledge of Good Clinical Practices and regulatory requirements for clinical trials and regulatory filings
Solid analytical and critical thinking skills
Strong communication and presentation skills
Independent decision-making and analytical skills
Ability to navigate complex relationships and resolve conflicts
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
Excellent problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills
Proven experience leading and managing in a matrix organizational structure
Ability to anticipate risks, develop creative solutions, and meet objectives
Ability to develop insights based on data analysis and interpretation
Results-oriented, creative, critical, and proactive approach
Working knowledge of Microsoft suite, including Excel and Word
Fluent written and spoken English

Benefits

Comp & perks

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 Colorado –48 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
Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period10 days
Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year
Inclusive interview process accommodations
Equal employment opportunity