Executive Director, Outsourcing & Bioanalytical Strategy

Merck & Co.; South San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 256,000 - 403,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Hybrid work

Job summary

Merck & Co. in the United States (PA West Point) seeks an Executive Director to lead the PDMB Outsourcing team.

This senior leader will oversee a ~35-person group spanning DMPK, Reg BA, and vaccine bioanalytics, driving strategic vendor management, outsourcing governance, and budget forecasting to deliver high-quality data. The role emphasizes digital outsourcing with data integration, AI-enabled insights, cross-functional collaboration, talent development, and alignment with global portfolio

Qualifications

• Broad experience in bioanalytical development/validation and QC in regulated clinical and GLP environments.
• Business and financial acumen including forecasting, financial tracking and vendor management.
• Proven track record in building an inclusive, high-performance team and driving innovation.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with a strategic mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of ~35 professionals including Senior Directors and scientists with people management.
• Provide strategic scientific and operational leadership for the PDMB Outsourcing, vendor strategy, and budget guidance.
• Ensure timely data delivery and regulatory readiness across global programs and partnerships.
• Oversee external vendors (>50) and maintain strong relationships with leaders at partners.
• Drive automation, data integration, and AI-enabled outsourcing capabilities across functions.
• Identify resource needs and manage allocation and travel/outsourcing budgets.
• Align priorities with TSO and PDMB leadership and contribute to overall strategy.

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 & Co. in the United States (PA West Point) seeks an Executive Director to lead the PDMB Outsourcing team.

This senior leader will oversee a ~35-person group spanning DMPK, Reg BA, and vaccine bioanalytics, driving strategic vendor management, outsourcing governance, and budget forecasting to deliver high-quality data. The role emphasizes digital outsourcing with data integration, AI-enabled insights, cross-functional collaboration, talent development, and alignment with global portfolio