Director, Data Science & Analytics Strategy

Merck; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 191,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Long-term incentive

401(k) plan

Healthcare benefits

Job summary

Merck is seeking a Director, Data Science (R-track) to provide strategic leadership for analytics and data enablement across therapeutic areas. You will define enterprise data strategies, governance frameworks, and drive cross-functional collaboration to advance clinical and digital health objectives.

The role leads analytics teams, promotes AI/ML adoption, and ensures scalable, compliant data pipelines with measurable value across programs. Hybrid work model in the US is available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with substantial experience in data science and analytics leadership.
• Advanced degree with a track record of leading analytics in healthcare or pharma.
• Proven people mgmt skills and ability to drive cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead analytics strategy and governance across therapeutic areas.
• Oversee automated analytics pipelines, data architectures, and quality controls.
• Mentor analytics teams; drive innovation and capability development.
• Partner with clinical, data management, and IT teams for cohesive analytics processes.

Skills

Analytics governance

Cross-functional leadership

Data strategy

Python/R

SQL

Data visualization

AI/ML evaluation

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's or higher in CS/Statistics/Healthcare

Advanced Degree (Masters/PhD) in relevant field

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Spotfire

Databricks

Job description

Merck is seeking a Director, Data Science (R-track) to provide strategic leadership for analytics and data enablement across therapeutic areas. You will define enterprise data strategies, governance frameworks, and drive cross-functional collaboration to advance clinical and digital health objectives.

The role leads analytics teams, promotes AI/ML adoption, and ensures scalable, compliant data pipelines with measurable value across programs. Hybrid work model in the US is available.