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 https://www.jnj.com

Job Function:

R&D Operations

Job Sub Function:

Clinical/Medical Operations

Job Category:

Professional

All Job Posting Locations:

Irvine, California, United States of America

Job Description:

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 https://www.jnj.com/.

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

An internal pre-identified candidate for consideration has been identified. However, all applications will be considered.

We are searching for the best talent for a Clinical Operations Specialist in Irvine, CA.

The Clinical Operations Specialist will join the Clinical Science & External Research (CSER) Team responsible for global evidence dissemination of scientific findings from clinical trials and registries sponsored by Johnson & Johnson MedTech Electrophysiology. This associate will manage activities with supervision consistent with level of experience. S/he will be responsible for supporting clinical study activities and other related tasks, as well as applicable department procedures. The ideal candidate will have effective time management, organizational and prioritization skills, strong project management skills with meticulous attention to detail and accuracy, and the ability to collaborate in a cross-functional team environment.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Coordinate post-market clinical studies, investigator-initiated studies (IIS), collaborative studies, and real-world evidence studies
• Support Clinical Research Scientists in study management operations including contracting, filing, processing invoices, and supporting publication related activities
• Schedule meetings, accurately draft and record meeting minutes, and follow-up on action items
• Collaborate with Company Legal/Compliance and study Institution/Principal Investigator on contract request, development, negotiation, and execution
• Work with global Medical/Clinical colleagues in daily management of research projects in countries outside of the United States
• Use sound judgment to assure all clinical research activities are in compliance with Legal, Regulatory, and Company process requirements
• Track clinical study milestones, invoices, and payments
• Manage device orders, shipments, and returns
• Maintain the internal clinical evidence database and assist with monthly literature reviews
• Support Clinical Research Scientists with the management of Clinical Events Committees for assigned clinical studies
• Perform other assigned duties, as needed

Qualifications / Requirements

Required:

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Physical Science, Nursing, Biological Science, or closely related field
• At least 2 years of experience in the pharmaceutical/biotech/medical device/CRO; experience with clinical study management
• Effective time management, organizational and prioritization skills
• Strong project management skills with meticulous attention to detail and accuracy
• Professional verbal and written communication skills; experience interacting with external investigators preferred
• Ability to collaborate in a cross-functional team environment while having the skillset and confidence to work independently, as needed
• Be reliable, and flexible in adapting to shifting business needs while contributing to a multidisciplinary and fast-paced working environment
• Be a highly motivated, responsible, fast-learner, and team-oriented collaborator willing to take ownership of his/her contributions to the advancement of the collective CSER goals and objectives
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

Preferred:

• Medical device experience; cardiovascular experience is a plus
• Clinical research contract negotiation

Additional Information:

• The anticipated base pay range for this position is 76,000 to 121,900.
• The Company maintains highly competitive, performance-based compensation programs. Under current guidelines, this position is eligible for an annual performance bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable plan. The annual performance bonus is a cash bonus intended to provide an incentive to achieve annual targeted results by rewarding for individual and the corporation’s performance over a calendar/performance year. Bonuses are awarded at the Company’s discretion on an individual basis.
• Employees and/or eligible dependents may be eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance.
• Employees may be 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.
• Employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:
  • Vacation –120 hours per calendar year
  • Sick time - 40 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
  • Condolence Leave – 30 days for an immediate family member: 5 days for an extended family member
  • Caregiver Leave – 10 days
  • Volunteer Leave – 4 days
  • Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours
• Additional information can be found through the link below. https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits

This job posting is anticipated to close on November 18, 2025. The Company may however extend this time-period, in which case the posting will remain available on https://www.careers.jnj.com to accept additional applications.

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

_Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please contact us via _https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

#LI-Hybrid

Required Skills:

Preferred Skills:

Analytical Reasoning, Business Behavior, Clinical Data Management, Clinical Operations, Clinical Research and Regulations, Clinical Trial Designs, Clinical Trials Operations, Communication, Ethical and Participant Safety Considerations, Execution Focus, Innovation, Laboratory Operations, Office Administration, Preclinical Research, Project Management, Research and Development, Study Management

The anticipated base pay range for this position is :

76,000 to 121,900

Additional Description for Pay Transparency:

• The Company maintains highly competitive, performance-based compensation programs. Under current guidelines, this position is eligible for an annual performance bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable plan. The annual performance bonus is a cash bonus intended to provide an incentive to achieve annual targeted results by rewarding for individual and the corporation’s performance over a calendar/performance year. Bonuses are awarded at the Company’s discretion on an individual basis. • Employees and/or eligible dependents may be eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance. • Employees may be 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. • Employees are eligible for the following time off benefits: • Vacation –120 hours per calendar year • Sick time - 40 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 • Condolence Leave – 30 days for an immediate family member: 5 days for an extended family member • Caregiver Leave – 10 days • Volunteer Leave – 4 days • Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours • Additional information can be found through the link below. https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits

Push the boundaries of science to transform health—and your career.

Join us and advance life-changing treatments for people who need them most. At Johnson & Johnson, our focus is on improving global health equity and developing MedTech and pharmaceutical innovations that impact the future of health. Using AI and robotics to transform surgery or helping data scientists and clinicians formulate new ways to diagnose and treat disease, this work may sound like sci-fi, but it’s all science, all real, and could be your career. Whatever your background, skills, or career goals, there’s a place for you to help solve some of the world’s most pressing health challenges with us.

Accelerate your career while changing the world.

Each of our broadly-based family of companies offers an inclusive and empowering culture and employee benefits (like paid time off to volunteer, transgender-inclusive and same-sex partner health insurance coverage, and more) designed to help you live your best life, however you define it. And our best-in-class learning and development approaches, mentorship, and access to innovators across the world will help you grow your skills and reach your career goals. Because when you're at your best, nothing stands between you and your next breakthrough.