Head of Data Science & AI IMSC at Johnson & Johnson

Zug, Zug, Switzerland

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, MedTech, Supply ChainIndustries

Requirements

  • Deep hands-on expertise in Optimization, Simulation/Digital Twin, ML/AI, NLP/LLM/GenAI/Agentic AI
  • Strong business partnership skills
  • Ability to lead a team of >20 highly talented data science directors, managers, and scientists, Data Science Strategy & Excellence leaders, and Data Science Fellow
  • Strategic leadership in Data Science & AI vision, strategy, roadmaps, capability development, and deployment

Responsibilities

  • Provide both strategic and technical leadership to drive transformative impact and competitive advantage through Data Science & AI innovation
  • Partner closely with business and digital leaders across IMSC functions, Business IT, IM R&D and Commercial for end-to-end collaboration
  • Represent J&J in industry and academic forums for thought leadership and talent attraction
  • Lead IMSC Data Science & AI Community and define IMSC Data Science & AI vision, strategy and capability roadmaps aligned with business and digital strategy
  • Partner with global business and digital leaders across all functions in IMSC (Value Chain Management, Plan, Manufacturing, Procurement, Quality, Deliver, Advanced Therapy) to co-ideate, prioritize, and define the Data Science & AI portfolio of work that delivers transformative impact aligned with IMSC priorities
  • Define and own the Data Science & AI Hub Services that support IMSC functions to deliver value through a flexible partnership model tailored to the business needs
  • Lead the Data Science team to develop and deploy scalable Data Science & AI products and capabilities in partnership with Business Product Owners and Technical Product Managers, Data Engineers, and Software Engineers from J&J Technology
  • Oversee the development of common model standards, library, interoperable Data Science/AI assets, E2E model management workflow, and model performance reviews to enable scalability, efficiency, and compliance
  • Partner with Digital Strategy & Governance, JJT, and Data Management & Operations to establish technical governance processes to ensure adoption of standard and optimal models, technologies, and end-to-end architecture
  • Partner with Digital Strategy & Governance, JJT, and Data Management to be purposeful on make vs buy approaches
  • Stay current to the latest industry trends and best practices, drive technical innovation through forging strategic partnership with academia and industry innovators, guiding research and experimentation on the cutting-edge Data Science & AI technologies
  • Create future-ready and purposeful talent strategy to develop world-class data scientists and upskill the organization

Skills

Data Science
AI
Machine Learning
Data Analytics
Digital Transformation
Strategic Leadership
Model Governance
Talent Development
Computational Sciences

Johnson & Johnson

Healthcare products in pharmaceuticals and devices.

About Johnson & Johnson

Johnson & Johnson operates in the healthcare sector with three main areas: pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and consumer health products. In the pharmaceuticals segment, the company develops prescription drugs for various medical conditions such as cancer and infectious diseases. The medical devices segment provides products used in surgeries and other medical procedures, while the consumer health segment offers over-the-counter products, including baby care and personal health items. Johnson & Johnson generates revenue through direct sales and partnerships, and it invests significantly in research and development to create new products that meet the needs of consumers and healthcare providers. The company stands out from competitors by emphasizing diversity, equity, and inclusion in its workplace, fostering an environment where employees can share their perspectives. Its goal is to improve patient outcomes and enhance the overall health and well-being of individuals globally.

New Brunswick, New JerseyHeadquarters
1886Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

J&J faces a class action lawsuit in Australia over ineffective cold and flu medications.
Former J&J executives joining other firms could lead to increased competition.
Ongoing legal battles, like the lawsuit against Cigna, pose financial liabilities for J&J.

Differentiation

J&J operates in three segments: pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and consumer health.
The company invests heavily in R&D for innovative medical solutions and products.
J&J is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in its workplace culture.

Upsides

J&J's collaboration with Helsinki University Hospital focuses on value-based healthcare models.
The rise of personalized medicine offers J&J opportunities in targeted therapies.
Increased focus on digital health solutions presents expansion opportunities for J&J.

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