PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) - Health care company Johnson & Johnson is opening a new health technology center in Rhode Island, bringing about 75 jobs to the state.
Democratic Gov. Gina Raimondo announced the plans Monday.
The New Brunswick, New Jersey-based company develops drugs and makes medical devices and other consumer products, including Band-Aids.
The center will specialize in optimizing information technology and data analytics to create health-related software applications.
Johnson & Johnson says Rhode Island gives it access to economic development tools and university assets necessary to stay competitive in a rapidly growing industry.
It expects to move to Providence by the spring and apply for tax credits and business incentives developed by the Raimondo administration.
Raimondo is trying to make Rhode Island a hub for advanced industries and train residents for high-skilled jobs.
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