Associate Director, Site Engagement Strategy

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at Job Function R&D Operations Job Sub Function Clinical Trial Project Management Job Category People Leader All Job Posting Locations Toronto, Ontario, Canada Job Description About Innovative Medicine Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science‑based advancements. Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing the medicines of tomorrow. Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way. Learn more at We are searching for the best talent for an Associate Director, Site Engagement Strategy to be in Toronto, Canada. Remote work options may be considered on a case‑by‑case basis and if approved by the Company. Please note that this role is also available across multiple countries and may be posted under different requisition numbers to comply with local requirements. While you are welcome to apply to any or all postings, we recommend focusing on the specific country(s) that align with your preferred location(s). Requisition Numbers United States — Requisition Number: R- Toronto, Canada — Requisition Number: R- Remember, whether you apply to one or all requisition numbers, your applications will be considered as a single submission. Purpose As the Associate Director of Site Engagement within IHE&A, your role will be vital in helping to create engagement strategies that resonate with our sites to position JJIM as sponsor of choice. In collaboration with your peers and stakeholders across IHEA, DU and GCO, you will gather insights and work on key areas of opportunity to enhance site engagement. Converting insights into actions will be key to ensure we are building a best‑in‑class site engagement model. Working closely with colleagues within IHE&A, as well as BGIA and the DUs, you will support the development of frameworks and processes that enable effective site engagement across our entire portfolio. Establishing and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders in these functions will be key to your success. You will be responsible for: Collaborate closely with cross‑functional partners to support an integrated approach to site engagement, driving cohesion and maximizing effectiveness. Collaborate with the IHE&A innovation team to implement decentralized clinical trial (DCT) elements into scalable solutions for our study teams. Site insights management – support generation of insights (includes management of site advisory networks & survey governance), build processes, and support insight integration into different internal workflows. Support the development of tailored engagement approaches and tools for priority markets to optimize effectiveness. Lead and support the improvement of ways of working to streamline experience for our sites through cross‑functional collaboration, initiative and project leadership. Work collaboratively with DUs and GCO countries to understand their needs in site engagement, in support of the global JJIM R&D portfolio. Adopt a client service mindset to ensure an integrated approach to engagement across IHE&A. Qualifications / Requirements Education Bachelor’s degree is required, preferably in a scientific or health‑related discipline. An advanced degree is preferred. Required Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in clinical trial execution with a pharmaceutical company and/or a CRO. Strong track record in building site relationships. Strong drive and sense of urgency. Ability to work independently with strong influence skills. Possess sharp analytical skills and the ability to solve complex problems by identifying root cause and creating multi‑faceted solutions. Entrepreneurial spirit. Ability to integrate new services into the organization, to demonstrate grit (mental toughness and courage) and to thrive in an ambiguous and complex environment. Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with a demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders across matrix organizations. Strong planning and tracking skills, customer focused, well organized, detail oriented and capable of managing multiple projects. Up to 10% travel, defined by business need (Domestic/International). Preferred People management experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr