ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR - GLOBAL CLINICAL OPERATIONSTHE
COMPANYJohnson & Johnson is the world¡¦s largest and most comprehensive healthcare company. Johnson & Johnson¡¦s pharmaceutical business is one of the largest in the industry with 2006 sales of $23.5 billion and represents close to 45% of JnJ¡¦s total sales. Global Clinical Operations (GCO) was set up within J&J in 2005 to be a one-stop center of excellence for clinical trials worldwide. GCO aims to be a key driver of the growth of Johnson & Johnson by accelerating the development of innovative new medicines.
GCO is currently recruiting for the position of Associate Director reporting to the Director, Clinical Operations. The position, based in Mumbai is a high impact role with responsibilities for managing GCO¡¦s portfolio of phase I ¡VIII global clinical trials in India for submission to the USFDA/ European regulatory authorities.This position is expected to lead and manage a rapidly growing team of 20-25 researchers responsible for the execution of clinical trials.
Key responsibilities include resource management, introduction of process and people efficiencies, talent identification and management as well as enhancing the scientific flavor of the group. The Associate Director will work closely with the Director Clinical Operations and will be a key member of the GCO India and Asia-Pacific management team.
CANDIDATE PROFILESuccessful candidates will have degrees in medicine/ life sciences (MBBS/ MD/ PhD) with excellent management skills.
Other desired attributed
ć A strong can do attitude
ć Result orientation
ć Strong sense of urgency
ć Ability to deliver on ambitious milestones
ć Track record of building strong teamsć Ability to build and influence cross-cultural relationships
ć Excellent and effective communication skills
Please contact aganju@gcoin. jnj.com before 15 Sept 2007.
