Director, Translational Cardiovascular Medicine

MSD Malaysia; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 260,000 - 410,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking a Principal Scientist (Clinical Director) to lead early clinical development efforts within Translational Medicine. The role requires guiding biomarker-driven strategy and coordinating cross-functional teams across Discovery Sciences, Clinical Research, and Regulatory.

A strong translational research background and collaboration mindset are essential. The position emphasizes biomarker platforms, platform validation, and designing studies from Preclinical Candidate

Qualifications

• MD or MD/PhD with proven track record in clinical medicine or translational research.
• Clinical Board Certification or Eligibility is preferred.
• Subspecialty in Cardiology or related areas is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead early clinical development strategy for novel therapeutics from preclinical to Phase 2/3.
• Develop and execute studies to validate clinical platforms using biomarkers, imaging, and other modalities.
• Provide clinical pharmacology input for target validation and translational programs.
• Collaborate across Discovery Sciences, Clinical Research, and Regulatory to drive early development plans.
• Communicate study results clearly to governance committees and cross-functional partners.
• Support business development decisions by identifying clinical development opportunities.

Skills

Cardiology

Cardiovascular Medicine

Clinical Trials

Nephrology

Scientific Research

Translational Medicine

Translational Research

Education

MD or MD/PhD

Clinical Board Certification or Eligibility

Cardiology subspecialty experience

Job description

Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking a Principal Scientist (Clinical Director) to lead early clinical development efforts within Translational Medicine. The role requires guiding biomarker-driven strategy and coordinating cross-functional teams across Discovery Sciences, Clinical Research, and Regulatory.

A strong translational research background and collaboration mindset are essential. The position emphasizes biomarker platforms, platform validation, and designing studies from Preclinical Candidate