Senior Director, Clinical Research

Merck • North Wales, PA

1d • $282,200 - $444,200 • Remote

About The Position

Anti-infective drug development has been our core mission for over 80 years. Our Clinical Research group is at the forefront of global healthcare through research and innovation to combat established and emerging pathogens. Through clinical trials we ensure that our existing and pipeline products are developed to produce safe, effective, and innovative medicines, and we work with cross-functional colleagues in Global Medical and Scientific Affairs and Global Policy to ensure timely access to our medicines.

The Senior Director has primary responsibility for protocol development and medical/scientific oversight of clinical research studies involving investigational or marketed drugs in the infectious diseases therapeutic area. The individual will participate in all phases of the clinical trial process (mainly Phase 2-3) including study design, medical monitoring, and medical/scientific interpretation of study analyses, regulatory reporting, and publication. The individual will apply an in-depth understanding of the disease under study and drug pharmacology to the infectious disease therapeutic area’s clinical development strategy and the implementation of short- and long-term research objectives. They will provide internal scientific leadership for cross-functional areas supporting clinical development and external leadership through interaction with key scientific leaders.
Role may be remote

Requirements

• M.D or M.D./Ph.D preferably with demonstrated expertise in infectious diseases
• Eligibility for medical licensure and board certification desirable
• An individual with postgraduate program yielding a PharmD degree and demonstrated expertise in clinical practice or clinical research may also be considered for the position
• Industry experience in clinical research and drug development (at least 5 years)
• Demonstrated success in overseeing clinical studies and protocols
• Demonstrated record of scientific scholarship and achievement
• Experience in clinical medicine
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to function in a team environment and leadership experience

Nice To Haves

• Background in infectious diseases clinical research and drug development
• Prior experience with registrational trials and filing with major health authorities

Responsibilities

• Planning clinical trials (design, operational plans) based on the clinical development strategies for investigational or marketed infectious disease drugs
• Monitoring and managing the conduct of ongoing or new clinical trials for investigational or marketed infectious disease drugs
• Analyzing and summarizing the clinical findings from studies to support decisions regarding safety and efficacy as well as new drug applications, clinical study reports, or publications
• Participation in internal and joint internal/external research project teams relevant to the development of investigational drugs, and the further study of marketed drugs
• Developing clinical development strategies for investigational or marketed infectious disease drugs
• Presenting study data and program strategic plans to internal governance committees for endorsement and key program milestones
• Maintaining awareness of scientific developments within their area of expertise, including new scientific findings and research methodologies
• Establishing communications with prominent clinical investigators in their particular field of interest, particularly those scientifically and operationally strong investigators who can assist in the development of our company's investigational and marketed drugs
• Attending appropriate scientific meetings to maintain their competency and to maintain awareness of research activities in their area of responsibility.
• Author detailed development documents and presentations for internal and external audiences
• Author scientific publications
• Facilitate collaborations with external researchers around the world

Benefits

• medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family)
• retirement benefits, including 401(k)
• paid holidays
• vacation
• compassionate and sick days
• annual bonus
• long-term incentive

What This Job Offers

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