Executive Director, Outsourcing & Analytics

Merck; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 256,000 - 403,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck seeks an Executive Director to lead the Outsourcing team within Translational Sciences and Outsourcing (TSO). The role drives external partnerships, budgets, and data-driven decision making across DMPK, Reg BA and vaccine/therapeutics programs.

The leader will integrate wet- and dry-lab capabilities, advance automation and AI-enabled data exchange, and align priorities with the PDMB framework while developing talent and ensuring compliant, timely data delivery.

Qualifications

• Broad experience in bioanalytical development/validation and QC in regulated GLP environments.
• Financial forecasting, tracking and vendor management experience.
• Proven ability to build inclusive, high-performance teams and drive innovation.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of ~35 professionals including Sr Directors and scientists, with people management responsibilities.
• Provide strategic scientific and operational leadership for PDMB Outsourcing, including vendor strategy and budget guidance.
• Drive portfolio decisions and regulatory support across discovery and development in collaboration with functional teams.
• Oversee external research with >50 vendors ensuring quality, timeliness and compliance.
• Foster automation, data integration and AI-enabled outsourcing to enhance speed and insights.
• Identify resource needs and contribute to internal budgeting and travel/outsource expenditures.

Skills

DMPK

Drug Metabolism

External Partners

Financial Acumen

Outsourcing

Pharmacokinetics

Strategic Leadership

Team Management

Education

BS/MS/PharmD with 13+ years

PhD or equivalent with 10+ years

Job description

Merck seeks an Executive Director to lead the Outsourcing team within Translational Sciences and Outsourcing (TSO). The role drives external partnerships, budgets, and data-driven decision making across DMPK, Reg BA and vaccine/therapeutics programs.

The leader will integrate wet- and dry-lab capabilities, advance automation and AI-enabled data exchange, and align priorities with the PDMB framework while developing talent and ensuring compliant, timely data delivery.