VP, Robotics I&A and New Growth

Company: 6041-Ethicon Endo Surgery Legal Entity
Location: Cincinnati
Posted on: April 6, 2026

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 jnj.com As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit. Job Function: R&D Product Development Job Sub Function: Multi-Family R&D Product Development Job Category: People Leader All Job Posting Locations: Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America Job Description: Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments. Are you passionate about improving and expanding the possibilities of surgery? Ready to join a team that’s reimagining how we heal? Our Surgery team will give you the chance to deliver surgical technologies and solutions to surgeons and healthcare professionals around the world. Your contributions will help effectively treat some of the world’s most prevalent conditions such as obesity, cardiovascular disease and cancer. Patients are waiting. Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech We are searching for the best talent for a VP, Robotics Instrumentation and New Growth to be based in Cincinnati, OH. Purpose: The VP, Robotics Instrumentation and New Growth leads a team of ~170 engineers responsible for research and development of Instruments and Accessories across the OTTAVA surgical robotics platform and will be responsible for the innovation strategy in support of new growth areas across Surgery for the Surgery R&D team. The Vice President is responsible for building technical capabilities and i nfluencing OTTAVA’s technical and financial results through a sharing of technical expertise, as well as developing a technology pipeline through comprehensive external assessments and diligence processes. At this level, the position has a direct contribution to the development of business strategies and is responsible for leading and managing multiple teams of professionals. The Vice President is responsible for ensuring product development teams implement, support & deliver business results consistent with the OTTAVA business strategy and the broader Surgery business strategy. You will be responsible for: Design and implement strategies to deliver highly differentiated portfolio of instruments and accessories for the soft-tissue surgical robotics portfolio Act as technology expert in evaluation of inorganic business development opportunities for both OTTAVA and the Surgery business Successfully manage multiple complex product development timelines and interdependencies – must be able to balance quality/safety with need to deliver financially viable products to market Partner with Surgery Strategy Commercial Leaders (Presidents and VPs) to develop a technical strategy for new growth platforms and adjacencies within the Surgery business. Ability to play a strategic role in technology pipeline convergence across Surgery Partner with technical leaders across Surgery to develop build vs buy strategies for high growth opportunities Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to develop comprehensive development plans to input into deal models for new opportunities Work seamlessly with executives in commercial, supply chain, quality, finance and other functions to bring innovation to the market Lead and develop a world-class instrumentation team, honing a culture of innovation and ensuring core design and development competencies are in place Manage team leaders throughout product development cycle, balancing the flow of resources among projects & maintain project priorities. Maintain matrixed accountability across Surgery R&D leadership teams (core and robotic) Qualifications / Requirements: A minimum of BS in engineering, mechanical or electrical or related field, required. MS or PhD in Engineering Discipline preferred A minimum of 15 years’ experience in development or manufacturing of complex products in a regulated environment required Medical Technology experience in both capital and consumable products preferred Track record of successfully bringing products from concept to market on schedule & within budget. Experience being accountable for end-to-end Research and Development processes required Well-developed business acumen with a strong understanding of financial and business implications of strategy required; Ability to leverage this knowledge to position innovation to create significant, sustained enterprise value required Demonstrated track record of partnering with business development (technology evaluation, acquisitions, integrations, etc.) required Strategic thinking with the ability to see the big picture and provide vision and pathway to mobilize teams through change and uncharted situations while maintaining alignment with strategic priorities Demonstrated ability to balance schedule, cost and quality required Demonstrated ability to motivate, inspire and influence others across an enterprise to achieve results required Demonstrated record of strong technical skills required to assess new technologies and synergies with current pipeline Courage to be the strong voice, communicate difficult news, navigate trade-offs and make difficult decisions Demonstrated ability to be an objective, fact-based decision maker Demonstrated ability to assess technology feasibility for introduction into more complex programs and roadmaps Domestic and international travel is required up to 30% of the time 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. Required Skills: Preferred Skills: Creating Purpose, Developing Others, Developing Partnerships, Inclusive Leadership, Industry Analysis, Leadership, Process Optimization, Product Development, Product Development Lifecycle, Product Portfolio Management, Research and Development, Research Ethics, SAP Product Lifecycle Management, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Change, Strategic Thinking, Team Management, Versatility The anticipated base pay range for this position is : $218,000.00 - $401,350.00 Additional Description for Pay Transparency: 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)). For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: - https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program. 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 period10 days Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year

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