Senior Manager, RA & R&D Data Office | J&J MedTech| Ireland
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 jnj.com. As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit. Job Function: Data Analytics & Computational Sciences Job Sub Function: Data Governance & Policy Job Category: People Leader All Job Posting Locations: Dublin, Ireland Job Description: Senior Manager, RA & R&D Data Office Location Ireland (Hybrid) Job Function Regulatory Affairs About MedTech Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments. Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech Position Summary The Regulatory Affairs & Research & Development (RA & R&D) Data Office serves as a critical component of the MedTech Data Office, responsible for establishing and enabling enterprise-wide data governance capabilities across Regulatory Affairs and R&D functions. The Senior Manager, RA & R&D Data Office will lead the implementation of strategic data governance initiatives that strengthen data quality, stewardship, ownership, and governance across the RA & R&D data ecosystem. This individual will translate strategy into execution by driving governance programs, advancing data quality frameworks, enabling metadata management, and facilitating organizational adoption of data governance practices. Working across Regulatory Affairs, Research & Development, Digital Solutions, Data Stewards, and enterprise governance bodies, this role will play a key leadership position in delivering trusted, compliant, and business-critical data capabilities that support regulatory excellence and enterprise decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
Data Governance Strategy & Execution Lead execution of the RA & R&D Data Office strategy and roadmap. Drive implementation of governance priorities, data remediation programs, and operational milestones. Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) that measure governance effectiveness, adoption, and data quality outcomes. Provide governance reporting, risk management, and progress updates to senior leadership and governance councils. Facilitate governance forums and drive accountability across stakeholders. Data Quality & Data Stewardship Advance enterprise data quality initiatives and support implementation of the RA & R&D Data Quality Framework. Partner with business owners and Data Stewards to identify, prioritize, and remediate critical data issues. Drive definition and governance of critical data elements and metadata standards. Leverage data insights and reporting to support continuous improvement and informed decision-making. Collaborate with technology partners to implement scalable and sustainable remediation solutions. Data Ecosystem & Operating Model Development Partner with Digital Solutions, Regulatory Affairs, Research & Development, and MedTech Data Office stakeholders to develop a connected and scalable data ecosystem. Clarify governance ownership, decision rights, and responsibilities through effective operating models and RACI frameworks. Promote adoption of enterprise-approved data management practices, standards, and solutions. Support the evolution of data governance capabilities aligned with business and regulatory requirements. Change Management & Organizational Adoption Lead change management initiatives that support effective data governance adoption across business units. Develop communications, engagement strategies, and governance processes that improve stakeholder understanding and accountability. Foster a culture of data ownership and stewardship throughout RA & R&D communities. Drive continuous improvement of governance processes and operational effectiveness. Leadership & Collaboration Demonstrate Johnson & Johnson Leadership Imperatives: Live Our Credo, Connect, Shape, and Grow. Influence and align cross-functional stakeholders in a highly matrixed global environment. Serve as a trusted advisor on data governance, metadata management, and data quality best practices. Build strong partnerships across functions, geographies, and business units to drive successful outcomes.
Qualifications
Required Minimum 6 years of experience in Data Governance, Regulatory Affairs, Research & Development, Digital Solutions, Quality, or related disciplines. Demonstrated experience implementing data governance frameworks, stewardship models, and data quality programs. Strong program management and execution capabilities with the ability to manage multiple priorities and dependencies. Experience operating within complex, highly matrixed global organizations. Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills. Ability to translate strategic objectives into measurable business outcomes. Preferred Degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, Information Management, Data Management, Regulatory Affairs, or related fields. Experience within regulated healthcare, life sciences, pharmaceutical, medical device, or related industries. Knowledge of metadata management, master data governance, and enterprise data quality methodologies. Experience supporting digital transformation and enterprise data management initiatives. Leadership Capabilities The successful candidate will demonstrate: Strategic thinking and operational execution. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Ability to influence without authority. Effective collaboration across diverse stakeholder groups. Comfort working in ambiguity and driving organizational change. Commitment to continuous improvement and innovation. Travel Up to 20% domestic and international travel may be required. Position may be performed remotely, subject to business needs. Required Skills: Preferred Skills: Advanced Analytics, Database Management, Data Governance, Data Management, Data Privacy Standards, Data Savvy, Data Security, Developing Others, Efficiency Analysis, Emerging Technologies, Inclusive Leadership, Information Security Risk Management, Leadership, Performance Measurement, Stakeholder Engagement, Strategic Thinking, Team Management The anticipated base pay range for this position is: €85,000.00 - €146,050.00 Benefits: In addition to base pay, we offer the following benefits*: an annual bonus with set target (% of pay) depending on pay grade / location, where the actual amount is based on the employees’ and companies’ performance of the previous calendar year, or sales commissions. Moreover, we offer vacation days, parental leave for a minimum of 12 weeks, bereavement leave, caregiver leave, volunteer leave, well-being reimbursement, programs for financial, physical and mental health. We also offer service anniversary and recognition awards, and subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees - and in some location’s eligible dependents - can participate in several insurance plans. For more information, visit Employee benefits | Supporting well-being & career growth | Johnson & Johnson Careers. *This is for informative purposes only. Amounts and actual benefits may vary by location and are subject to change.