Trainee, Johnson & Johnson, Consumer R&D

Job Description


About Johnson & Johnson Consumer Helsingborg

Caring for the world, one person at a time has inspired and united the people of Johnson & Johnson for over 130 years. We embrace research and science - bringing innovative ideas, products and services to advance the health and well-being of people.
With $81.6 billion in 2018 sales, Johnson & Johnson is the world's most comprehensive and broadly-based manufacturer of health care products, as well as a provider of related services, for the consumer, pharmaceutical, and medical devices markets. There are more than 250 Johnson & Johnson operating companies employing over 125,000 people and with products touching the lives of over a billion people every day, throughout the world.

At Johnson & Johnson Consumer Nordic, we have a truly unrivalled brand portfolio, with power brands across multiple categories, including Neutrogena, Natusan, Piz Buin, o.b, Imodium, Ipren, Livostin and Nicorette. In Helsingborg we manufacture Nicorette and Rhinocort products for the global market. Our Nicorette products - found in over 80 countries - help people around the world to quit tobacco and live healthier lives. In addition to manufacturing, we also have a global research and development unit working in three areas: Smoking Cessation, Digestive Health and Cough & Cold. With around 650 employees we are one of the region's largest companies.

Trainee Johnson & Johnson, Consumer R&D Helsingborg
For three years we have been part of a Research and Development Leadership Development Program (RDLDP) together with other R&D sites across our Europe, Middle East and Africa region. This three-year graduate trainee program helps fuel our pipeline of future technical leaders and provides a unique opportunity for the participants to gain broad experience in global pharmaceutical development.
We are now looking to recruit two new high potential colleagues to the program starting in September 2021.

Objectives of the Position
In this program you will gain continued professional development using internal Johnson & Johnson programs and selected external courses. You will also participate in training where you will learn new leadership and technical skills and you will get an opportunity to apply this business knowledge in an environment that includes launching new products and lifecycle management of existing products. This is an exciting opportunity that will support your career within one of the world’s leading healthcare companies. In particular:
Participation in the RDLDP will ensure learning and contribution experience in all relevant R&D functions: Analytical Development, Product Design, Regulatory Affairs, R&D Franchise, Clinical Operations/Science and Quality Assurance. It will also provide insight into additional supporting functions such as: Patent, Consumer Insight, Finance and Marketing.
The program lasts for three years and consists of three, one-year rotations within the main research functions mentioned above.
In addition to on-the-job-training provided through the rotations, we offer a support program that helps develop you as a future technical leader in the organization. Some parts are run together with the other RDLDP participants through bi-annual immersion weeks at the various regional sites.
One element of the program focuses on participation in various company culture promoting activities where you will participate in teams focusing on the work environment.
After completion of the program, you will have gained a good overview of development of non-prescription medicines and a deep understanding of how a global R&D organization works and delivers new innovative solutions to the market.




Qualifications
Graduated within the last two years with a Master's or PhD degree in one of the following scientific disciplines:
Biology
Chemistry
Life Science (e.g. Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Bio-medical Science)
Pharmacy
Engineering relevant to Natural Sciences


What you will need to succeed
To be successful in this R&D leadership development program you would need to be eager to learn new things, good at problem solving and critical thinking. Being agile and resilient, good at communicating, presenting and negotiating are also key to success. Since we develop non-prescription medicines, being interested in understanding the consumer perspective and translate it into innovative solutions are important. Finally, if applying to this leader development program, you should be genuinely interested in leadership, either as a future leader of people, or as a technical expert in a leading role.


Are you ready to impact the world?
Johnson & Johnson offers a unique experience to professionals looking for an opportunity to work with dedicated people who share your real passion for caring in an environment that empowers you to drive your own career. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.


Application
Please apply with a CV and a Cover Letter. It can strengthen your application if you in your Cover Letter include an endorsement from someone who knows you well; e.g. a teacher or supervisor at the University. The selection process will start during the 30-days posting period, please send in your application as soon as possible. All applicants can expect feedback on the application. If you have issues applying, please use Chrome Web Browser and reset your password. If that does not help you can get more guidance and contact us from this page: https://www.careers.jnj.com/contactus-faq.
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