Director, Scientific Licensing Neuroscience, Business Development

Director, Scientific Licensing Neuroscience, Business Development

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine is currently seeking a Director, Scientific Licensing, Neuroscience to join our Innovative Medicine Business Development (IM BD) team. This position will be located in either Titusville, NJ;
New Brunswick, NJ; or Springhouse, PA.

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.

J&J IM Business Development is part of Johnson & Johnson Innovation LLC, working to accelerate scientific innovation at all stages of development worldwide to deliver cutting-edge solutions that solve unmet patient needs. We provide scientists, entrepreneurs, and emerging companies with access to the broad resources of the Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies.

The Director, Scientific Licensing, Neuroscience is a key member of the IM BD team, responsible for advancing the Neuroscience external innovation strategy by identifying and evaluating opportunities aligned with therapeutic priorities. The role builds strategic internal and external scientific relationships, leads opportunity scouting and assessment, and oversees diligence teams across the R&D matrix.

• Accountable for identification of target opportunities and companies via a detailed screening process.
• Build strategic and scientific relationships with representatives of target companies and with KOLs.
• Lead the scientific evaluation of opportunities, coordinating and managing the formal due diligence process across R&D.
• Collaborate with the commercial assessment team to provide scientific input and ensure evaluation addresses key value drivers.
• Collaborate with TA department heads and VP BD/Sr. Director Licensing for Neuroscience to ensure resources are engaged efficiently in evaluating licensing opportunities.
• Ensure all opportunities meet internal portfolio standards of scientific excellence, identify and communicate risks, and capture mitigation strategies.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of processes, templates, and data capture systems to attain the highest professional standards.
• Work closely with External Innovation teams to ensure seamless neuroscience execution.

• Minimum of a Master’s degree required;
  PhD or MD preferred.
• At least 7 years of experience in Drug Discovery or Drug Development within an industry setting.
• Expertise in Neuroscience therapy area.
• Experience fostering relationships with KOLs and external partners.
• Leadership skills and strong interpersonal communication.
• Up to 30 % domestic and international travel.

• Experience participating in scientific due diligence teams.
• High self‑drive and an aspirational demeanor.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.
• Strong critical thinking, decision‑making, resilience, and learning agility.
• Collaborative mindset within cross‑functional teams.
• Shared responsibility for neuroscience scientific licensing with the broader BD team.

Base pay range: $150,000 – $258,750. Eligible for an annual performance bonus and long‑term incentive program. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, and retirement plan (401(k)). Time‑off includes vacation (up to 120 hours/year), sick time (up to 40 hours/year), holiday pay (up to 13 days/year), and other benefits. Materials available at

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 law.