Director, Product Mgmt, Data Science

Johnson & Johnson•Brunswick, OH

About The Position

We are seeking a dynamic Product Manager to join our highly matrixed data science organization, where you'll drive the development and management of data science and artificial intelligence (AI) solutions to support global regulatory activities. This role sits at the intersection of data science, regulatory affairs, and product strategy, requiring someone who can navigate complex stakeholder relationships while delivering technology solutions that accelerate drug development. This position requires an individual who can translate global regulatory workflows into technical product roadmaps and requirements and can empower cross-functional teams to deliver technologies that anticipate and address regulatory challenges across the globe.

Requirements

Advanced degree (MS/PhD) or equivalent practical experience in Life Sciences, Regulatory Affairs, Data Science, or related field
10+ years in product management activities, with 3-5+ years of experience leading teams, with 5+ years of hands-on product management experience, and with 3+ years in pharmaceutical/biotech clinical development environment
Strong understanding of global regulatory submission processes (e.g., FDA, EMA, PMDA) and compliance requirements
Experience with developing or deploying generative AI tools and skills, including prompt engineering, RAG development, knowledge graphs, agent-based approaches, in the context of document generation and domain-specific reasoning
Proven track record using agile methodologies, product analytics, and user-centered design principles. Ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into actionable technical specifications

Nice To Haves

Experience in leading development of complex, multi-agent genAI-based tools, with familiarity on the full genAI tech stack
3+ years experience with regulatory data management systems, e-submission platforms, and document interchange standards
Familiarity with generative AI platforms and their application in regulatory settings, including natural language processing (NLP) and automated quality control tools
Experience with cloud platforms and clinical data lakes/warehouses

Responsibilities

Product Strategy & Roadmap Define, drive development and execute implementation for product strategy for complex AI-driven regulatory tools that accelerate submissions, optimize document lifecycle management, and ensure regulatory compliance
Develop and maintain detailed product roadmaps that align with global regulatory business objectives, data science goals, and emerging AI technologies
Collaborate with data science teams to translate human-centered workflows and decision-making processes into technical product requirements to support and enhance performance, including building multi-agent systems to assist with complex, regulated processes
Drive prioritization decisions across competing initiatives and resource constraints for technology-enablement
Identify and evaluate opportunities where generative AI can transform document generation, QC, review processes, and virtual regulatory interactions
Stakeholder Management & Cross-Functional Leadership Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to understand their needs and develop product strategies to support multiple use cases
Support regulatory teams on their digital transformation journey with generative AI enabled technologies
Work closely with data scientists, AI engineers, regulatory experts, advanced modeling and data teams, and design-thinking teams in an agile, matrixed environment
Distinguish critical priorities from distractions in complex product development environments, consistently driving the team toward measurable progress on key business outcomes
Facilitate alignment between business stakeholders and technical teams on product vision and delivery
Present product updates and strategic recommendations to senior Data Science, Global Regulatory Affairs and other R&D leadership, ensuring multi-level alignment
Product Development & Delivery In conjunction with other Product Development team members: Lead agile delivery product teams, with end-to-end product lifecycle from concept through launch and iteration
Define user stories, acceptance criteria, and success metrics for regulatory workflow tools
Coordinate with other data science teams to enable the technical execution, deployment, and life cycle maintenance for AI tools to support regulatory workflows
Coordinate cross-functional sprints and manage product backlogs
Ensure products meet data integrity, regulatory compliance, and validation requirements
Regulatory Technology Enablement Understand and leverage emerging generative AI technologies to support submission acceleration and regulatory strategy
Design and implement AI-enabled frameworks that streamline regulatory document workflows and health authority query response generation
Work together with the regulatory data hub to create and utilize AI-ready data packages for downstream tools and applications
Champion the adoption of new technologies among global regulatory teams, providing training and change management support to drive productivity and regulatory excellence

Benefits

Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).
This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program.
Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:
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