Global Regulatory Affairs Scholar

About the Role

Johnson & Johnson's Innovative Medicine division is seeking a Global Regulatory Affairs Scholar for its two-year experiential fellowship program. This program is designed for recent university graduates to gain hands-on professional development at a leading global healthcare company. Scholars will work under the mentorship of experienced regulatory professionals, completing rotations across different therapeutic areas and regulatory functions.

Job Locations

• Raritan, New Jersey, United States of America
• Spring House, Pennsylvania, United States of America
• Titusville, New Jersey, United States of America

Key Responsibilities

• Develop a broad understanding of the global drug development lifecycle and strategies for engaging health authorities.
• Learn the laws, guidance, and regulatory requirements for drugs and combination products.
• Undertake real-world projects to build leadership presence, influence stakeholders, enhance collaboration, problem-solving, and presentation skills.
• Grow professional networks and gain cross-functional exposure by working with different teams.
• Participate in internal and external meetings to support role responsibilities.
• Own and present a complex capstone project to GRA senior leaders and internal partners.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Earned a bachelor's degree (B.S. or B.A.) from a 4-year university program.
• Pursuing or have earned an advanced degree (Master's level) in a scientific, technology, or engineering related field from an accredited academic institution, with a planned graduation by May 2027.
• Examples of relevant advanced degree fields include: biomedical engineering, data analytics/applied statistics, quantitative modeling in biology, pharmacy, or other healthcare sciences.
• This position is intended for candidates with early professional experience seeking career development in regulatory affairs.

Qualifications

• Strong academic track record is required.
• Preferred:
• Fundamental understanding of pharmaceutical drug development.
• Knowledge of current Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, guidelines, and submission requirements is desired.
• Proven leadership capabilities in an organizational setting (e.g., campus or community activities).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, demonstrating curiosity and flexibility.
• Self-motivated, possessing a "can do" approach, and courage to express ideas.
• Creative problem solver with an interest in the international context of healthcare systems and technology.

Skills

• Analytical Reasoning
• Business Behavior
• Business Writing
• Collaboration
• Communication
• Confidentiality
• Data Reporting
• Data Savvy
• Detail-Oriented
• Execution Focus
• Legal Support
• Medicines and Device Development and Regulation
• Regulatory Affairs Management
• Regulatory Compliance
• Regulatory Development
• Regulatory Environment
• Risk Assessments