Director, Communications & Public Affairs, US Dermatology and Rheumatology

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.

About the role

We are searching for a Director, Communications & Public Affairs, US Dermatology and Rheumatology. This role will be based in Horsham, PA or Washington, DC on a hybrid schedule. The Director leads the planning, development, and implementation of communications strategies to drive Johnson & Johnson’s Immunology business priorities, patient access, and reputation outcomes.

The role leads product communications for the dermatological and rheumatological indications of TREMFYA®, ICOTYDE™ and nipocalimab, to tell a comprehensive and differentiated story that conveys J&J’s strong and growing leadership in Immunology, and that resonates with healthcare professionals, patients/caregivers, employees and other stakeholders.

The Director will work in close partnership with leaders in dermatology, rheumatology, and autoantibody teams, as well as the Communications & Public Affairs team and multiple cross-functional partners across the organization. Key projects include product launch and lifecycle communications, market shaping communications, patient/professional advocacy/community communications, and strategic organizational communications.

This role reports to the Senior Director, Communications & Public Affairs, US Immunology, who sits on the Immunology Leadership Team. The Director will oversee one direct report and requires up to 15% travel.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Communications Leadership
  • Develop and implement comprehensive product communication strategies and plans for the dermatological and rheumatological indications of TREMFYA, ICOTYDE, and nipocalimab that align with business priorities and the goals of J&J’s broader Immunology portfolio.
  • Lead the development and finalization of key messages, branding, and communication materials through a matrixed environment and in close partnership with internal stakeholders.
  • Play a key role in the development and execution of J&J’s broader Immunology Communications strategy in partnership with the Senior Director, US Immunology Communications and Public Affairs, the Director, US Gastrointestinal and Autoantibody Communications, and Global CPA partners.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Product Communications
  • Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including healthcare professionals, patient advocates and advocacy groups, and industry partners, to enhance communication efforts and foster collaboration.
  • Lead preparations for product milestones ensuring all communications activities are strategically planned and executed to maximize stakeholder engagement and success as measured through data and analytics.
  • Lead product communications with a vision and agility that effectively drive impact for key milestones and activations, including coordinating with colleagues/partners to integrate public affairs approaches into a unified strategy for medical congresses, regulatory milestones, and leadership/campaign opportunities.
• Team Leadership & Collaboration
  • Serve as a trusted partner to the TREMFYA, ICOTYDE, and nipocalimab leadership teams and key internal stakeholders (e.g., Marketing, Market Access, and Medical Affairs) to maximize business opportunities through communication strategies and tactics.
  • Coordinate connections across the Communications ecosystem (e.g., Global Pharmaceutical Communications, Public Affairs, Executive and Employee Engagement); identify and expand opportunities while mitigating issues.
  • Lead and foster a culture of excellence and collaboration, modeling a commitment to continuous improvement to ensure the function stays at the forefront of communications, change, technology, social media, and other key trends.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree in liberal arts, business, or a related discipline; Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience and Skills:
  • 8–10+ years of communications, public relations, advocacy, or related experience; pharmaceutical experience required.
  • Proven experience managing high-profile company and/or product brands, with a significant emphasis on reputation and issues management.
  • Experience leading direct reports, with demonstrated leadership and development capabilities.
  • Strong communications skills, including writing, messaging, and executive-ready briefing support.
  • Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in complex, matrixed environments with strong judgment and influencing skills.
  • Experience supporting external stakeholder engagement and integrated campaign execution in partnership with cross-functional teams.

Pay

The anticipated base pay range for this position is $150,000.00 - $258,750.00.

Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are 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.

Benefits

Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:

• Vacation: 120 hours per calendar year
• Sick time: 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado – 48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington – 56 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
• Bereavement Leave: 240 hours for an immediate family member; 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
• Caregiver Leave: 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period
• Volunteer Leave: 32 hours per calendar year
• Military Spouse Time-Off: 80 hours per calendar year