Clinical Trials CRA Manager - Team Lead & Resource Planner

MSD Malaysia; Makati; On-site; PHP 1,500,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. in Makati seeks a Clinical Research Director to lead a team of 6-14 CRAs, ensuring strong study and site performance with strict adherence to regulatory standards. This country-level role requires mentoring, training, and effective resource management across local and HQ stakeholders.

The position emphasizes collaboration with country Partner Line Managers, ongoing process alignment, and capacity planning to optimize trials and resource use. Oncology trial experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience leading clinical trial monitoring teams.
• Strong knowledge of ICH-GCP and local regulations.
• Ability to mentor and develop CRA talent.
• Cross-functional stakeholder coordination.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a team of 6-14 CRAs to ensure study and site performance.
• Provide coaching, training, and performance management.
• Plan capacity and resource allocation with HQ and country partners.
• Resolve operational issues and ensure protocol adherence across sites.

Skills

Clinical Research Management

People Leadership

GCP Compliance

Regulatory Compliance

Project Coordination

Job description

Merck & Co., Inc. in Makati seeks a Clinical Research Director to lead a team of 6-14 CRAs, ensuring strong study and site performance with strict adherence to regulatory standards. This country-level role requires mentoring, training, and effective resource management across local and HQ stakeholders.

The position emphasizes collaboration with country Partner Line Managers, ongoing process alignment, and capacity planning to optimize trials and resource use. Oncology trial experience is a plus.