CMC Project Leadership: Associate Director

Merck & Co.; North Wales (Montgomery County); Hybrid; USD 142,000 - 224,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co. is seeking a CIPM Associate Director, Project Manager to lead end-to-end CMC development efforts, coordinating cross-functional teams from First in Human to Transfer to Supply.

Based in the US, candidates will drive portfolio integration and governance while mentoring junior PMs. The role emphasizes strategic program leadership, risk management, and collaboration across DCTs to advance drug and vaccine development within GPAM/CIPM.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; concentration in scientific or applied discipline preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in project management or related role.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end CMC development process with cross-functional teams.
• Guide teams in creating and executing integrated project plans.
• Develop and maintain project schedules and communicate status to stakeholders.
• Mentor and provide oversight to Senior Specialist project managers.

Skills

Clinical Research

Cross-Functional Leadership

Cross-Functional Project Management

Project Facilitation

Project Leadership

Project Management

Project Management Leadership

Project Planning

Project Tracking

Risk Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Strategic Planning

Strategic Thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced scientific degree (MS/MBA/PhD/PharmD)

Job description

Merck & Co. is seeking a CIPM Associate Director, Project Manager to lead end-to-end CMC development efforts, coordinating cross-functional teams from First in Human to Transfer to Supply.

Based in the US, candidates will drive portfolio integration and governance while mentoring junior PMs. The role emphasizes strategic program leadership, risk management, and collaboration across DCTs to advance drug and vaccine development within GPAM/CIPM.