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Johnson & Johnson · Toronto, Ontario, Canada

# Scientific Review Manager (18 Month Contract)

Toronto, Ontario, Canada Full-time Manager or lead 

Listed on Johnson & Johnson’s official careers site. Posted October 21, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.
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## 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

Medical Affairs Group Job Sub Function: Medical Affairs Job Category: Scientific/Technology All Job Posting Locations: Toronto, Ontario, Canada Job Description: At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Learn more at [https://www.jnj.com/](https://www.jnj.com/) Position Summary: The Scientific Review Manager is an individual contributor responsible for providing scientific and material review expertise to support the development, review, and approval of medical materials.

The Scientific Review Manager conducts independent, risk-based reviews of materials produced by Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine (J&J IM) or its agency partners, advises on organizational review issues, and drives implementation of AI-enabled tools that strengthen governance, improve user experience, and optimize business processes. The Scientific Review Manager establishes and maintains trusted relationships across Medical Affairs, Regulatory Affairs, Legal, and Health Care Compliance (HCC).

The role collaborates with cross-functional partners to identify business requirements, support the development of new or revised materials of varying complexity, assess business and customer impact, and provide clear guidance. This is an 18 month duration based role.

### Key Responsibilities

Material Review: Provide expert, risk-based guidance on the development, review, and approval of medical materials and broader organizational material review issues. Lead the review and approval process for medical materials directed to healthcare professionals, interpreting and applying Health Canada, Innovative Medicines Canada, and internal guidance to ensure materials are non-promotional, balanced, and credible. Independently resolve complex review issues using sound scientific and risk-based judgment.

Lead cross-functional discussions on strategic initiatives and emerging digital formats, recommending practical and innovative approaches for efficient, compliant review. Leverage approved AI-enabled tools to improve review efficiency while maintaining accuracy, quality, compliance, and human oversight.

### Project Leadership & Process Excellence

Lead cross-functional material review initiatives from strategy through implementation. Own the development and lifecycle management of material review SOPs, work instructions, and related controlled documents. Build organizational capability by developing and delivering training that promotes consistent interpretation and application of review requirements. Collaborate with Medical Affairs Operations and IT to optimize review platforms, workflows, and user experience.

Analyze material review trends, risks, and performance metrics to support decision-making and improve review quality, consistency, and efficiency. Partner with Quality as the medical material review subject matter expert for audits and non-conformances as needed. Ensure any deviations are appropriately documented, investigated, and resolved.

### Medical Information

Research and develop accurate, balanced, and evidence-based local scientific responses to unsolicited medical information requests from healthcare professionals and consumers. Support medical information request case management as needed.

### Qualifications

Education: Minimum of a Bachelor’s or equivalent University Degree in Pharmacy or Life Science; advanced degree (e.g., MSc, PharmD, MD, or PhD) is preferred.

### Experience

Minimum 5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, including 2-3 years of experience in medical review. In-depth knowledge of the Canadian pharmaceutical environment, with the ability to interpret and apply Health Canada, Innovative Medicines Canada (IMC), PAAB, and internal requirements using sound judgment. Strong ability to critically evaluate scientific literature and apply sound, risk-based judgment to resolve complex issues.

Demonstrated expertise in developing and maintaining SOPs, work instructions, and related procedural documents. Ability to influence, negotiate, and build trusted relationships with internal and external partners, fostering alignment and shared accountability while balancing scientific, compliance, and business considerations. Excellent planning and organizational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.

Strong attention to detail and a demonstrated commitment to accuracy, quality, compliance, and customer focus. Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Proficiency with relevant software, including Veeva Vault, Microsoft Office, Copilot, and Adobe Acrobat. Bilingualism in English and French is an asset.

### Other

May require up to 10% domestic and/or international travel to other locations and sites 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, external applicants please contact us via [https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers](https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers), internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource. As guided by Our Credo Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world.

At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit Required Skills: Preferred Skills: Analytical Reasoning, Clinical Research and Regulations, Clinical Trials Operations, Communication, Compliance Management, Consulting, Content Evaluation, Critical Thinking, Developing Others, Digital Culture, Digital Literacy, Healthcare Trends, Medical Affairs, Medical Communications, Medical Compliance, Organizing, Product Strategies, Stakeholder Engagement, Strategic Thinking The anticipated base pay range for this position is: 112,150.00 - 162,150.00 Additional Description for Pay Transparency:
- Under current guidelines, this position is eligible for a discretionary performance bonus.
- This job posting is for an existing position.
- The Company uses Artificial Intelligence in its assessment of applicants.

## At a glance
- Posted by the employer: Oct 21, 2026
- First seen by OpenNash: Oct 25, 2026
- Last checked: Oct 25, 2026
- Listed for: 4 days
- Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Employment type: Full-time[Apply on Johnson & Johnson’s careers site →](https://jj.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/JJ/job/Toronto-Ontario-Canada/Scientific-Review-Manager--18-Month-Contract-_R-104183-1)

## Hiring at Johnson & Johnson
- Open jobs: 1,915
- New in the last 7 days: After two weekly collections
- Tracked since: Jul 10, 2026

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