Associate Director, US Hematology Marketing - Launch & Strategy

Merck; Springfield (IL); Hybrid; USD 142,000 - 224,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Long-term incentive

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Merck is seeking an Associate Director, U.S. Hematology Marketing, to lead strategic marketing initiatives for a growing hematology portfolio across MPNs, Lymphoma, and Leukemia.

The role emphasizes cross-functional leadership, external engagement with scientific leaders, and strong data-driven decision making. The position requires collaboration with Global Medical Affairs, development of education programs, budget ownership, and strategic planning.

Qualifications

• 5 years of pharmaceutical or relevant experience
• 3+ years of relevant hematology experience and external relationships
• Strong relationship-building, problem solving, teamwork, analytical and communication skills
• Experience influencing without direct authority with cross-functional teams
• Healthcare Provider promotion experience with materials through legal, regulatory and clinical review
• Strong scientific acumen and ability to engage with high scientific fluency
• Travel approximately 20% including some weekends

Responsibilities

• Establish and build relationships with hematology scientific leaders and stakeholders
• Define Hematology portfolio marketing direction and strategic choices
• Lead scientific education and advocacy, and manage external speaker bureaus
• Develop and execute competitive plans and disseminate brand messages through scientific exchange
• Collaborate with Global Medical Affairs to build a network of thought leaders and advisory boards
• Lead training forums, symposia and speaker programs for advocacy
• Interpret external data and publications to impact treatment algorithms and guidelines
• Coordinate with clinical research, medical affairs and other teams to share best practices
• Develop annual budget for the hematology segment and track expenses
• Support Health Economics and Access with models, dossiers and analyses
• Lead Medical Education Strategy for the portfolio and national-level exhibits and conventions

Skills

Agile Methodology

Cross-Functional Teamwork

Market Access

Market Development

Marketing Operations

Market Research

Medical Affairs

Oncology Marketing

Operational Execution

Pricing Strategies

Public Speaking

Sales Messaging

Strategic Leadership

Strategic Planning

Strategic Thinking

Strategy Development

Thought Leadership

Trade Associations

Job description

Merck is seeking an Associate Director, U.S. Hematology Marketing, to lead strategic marketing initiatives for a growing hematology portfolio across MPNs, Lymphoma, and Leukemia.

The role emphasizes cross-functional leadership, external engagement with scientific leaders, and strong data-driven decision making. The position requires collaboration with Global Medical Affairs, development of education programs, budget ownership, and strategic planning.