Distinguished Scientist, Clinical Research, Thoracic Malignancies

MSD • Boston, MA

2d • $310,900 - $489,400 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Distinguished Scientist (Executive Director) and Product Development Team (PDT) Lead in Oncology Global Clinical Development has primary responsibility for planning and directing clinical research activities involving new or marketed drugs in the Oncology Clinical Research group and the field of Thoracic Oncology. The role manages the full clinical development cycle, including development strategy, study design, initiation, execution, monitoring, analysis, regulatory reporting, publication, and presentation at national and international meetings. The position provides scientific leadership to cross-functional teams supporting clinical trials and interacts with external key opinion leaders.

The Executive Director evaluates preclinical and translational work to develop early clinical plans and Investigational New Drug applications; creates clinical development strategies informed by scientific developments, regulatory requirements, competition, and commercial considerations; plans and manages clinical trials; and analyzes and summarizes study findings to support safety and efficacy decisions, applications, reports, and publications. The role also participates in research project teams, supports business development assessments, and provides oncology clinical support to other therapeutic areas.

The position may manage Directors and Senior Directors, supervise clinical teams, and work collaboratively with the Section Head to advance development strategy. It collaborates with commercialization, regulatory affairs, statistics, medical affairs, and manufacturing experts, and helps keep corporate personnel informed about study progress, competitor drugs, and relevant scientific perspectives. The Executive Director maintains expertise through scientific engagement, investigator identification and relationship-building, and attendance at relevant scientific meetings. The role may author development documents, presentations, budgets, and position papers; facilitate collaborations with external researchers worldwide; and travel for clinical research projects. The position is hybrid, based primarily in Rahway, New Jersey, with approximately 25% travel indicated in the posting.

Requirements

• M.D. or M.D./Ph.D.
• Industry experience in Thoracic Oncology.
• At least 3 years of clinical medicine experience.
• At least 5 years of industry experience in drug development.
• Demonstrated record of scientific scholarship and achievement.
• Proven track record in clinical medicine and a background in biomedical research.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to function in a team environment.
• Skills in clinical development, clinical judgment, clinical medicine, clinical research, clinical trial planning, clinical trials, cross-cultural awareness, cross-functional teamwork, drug development, ethical standards, medical research, oncology, pulmonology, regulatory requirements, research methodologies, scientific consulting, scientific leadership, scientific research, and strategic leadership.

Nice To Haves

• Board certified or board eligible in Oncology and/or Hematology.
• Prior specific experience in clinical research and prior publication.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct clinical research activities involving new or marketed drugs in Oncology Clinical Research and Thoracic Oncology.
• Manage the clinical development cycle, including development strategy, study design, initiation, execution, monitoring, analysis, regulatory reporting, publication, and presentation.
• Evaluate preclinical and translational work to develop early clinical development plans and Investigational New Drug applications.
• Develop clinical strategies that account for scientific developments, regulatory requirements, competitive landscape, and commercial considerations.
• Plan clinical trials, including their design, operational plans, and settings.
• Monitor and manage ongoing and new clinical trials.
• Analyze and summarize study findings to support safety and efficacy decisions, applications, clinical study reports, and publications.
• Participate in internal and joint internal/external research project teams and support business development assessments of external opportunities.
• Provide clinical oncology support to other therapeutic areas.
• Manage Directors and/or Senior Directors and supervise Clinical Teams in executing studies, as applicable.
• Collaborate with the Section Head and cross-functional experts to advance development strategies and manage clinical development projects.
• Help ensure relevant corporate personnel are informed about study progress, competitor drugs, and scientific questions and opinions.
• Maintain scientific knowledge, identify strong investigators, build relationships with prominent clinical investigators, and attend relevant scientific meetings.
• Author development documents, presentations, budgets, and position papers for internal and external audiences.
• Facilitate collaborations with external researchers worldwide.
• Travel on company business to manage future or ongoing clinical research projects.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision healthcare, and other insurance benefits for employees and family.
• Retirement benefits, including 401(k).
• Paid holidays.
• Vacation.
• Compassionate and sick days.
• Annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree