Global Hematology Communications Director

MSD Malaysia; Rahway (NJ); Hybrid; USD 173,000 - 273,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. in Rahway, NJ, United States is seeking a Director of Oncology Global Communications – Hematology to manage day-to-day communications for the hematology portfolio under the Executive Director, Global Oncology Communications.

The role emphasizes data communications, regulatory milestones, and launch communications across multiple regions. The candidate will lead external communications strategies, collaborate with R&D, Investor Relations, and Commercial teams, and oversee

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years in communications/public relations in pharma or related industry.
• Experience in hematology/oncology product communications preferred but not required.
• Ability to translate complex scientific information into clear, compelling communications across mediums.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement integrated communications programs for the hematology portfolio and near-term launches.
• Provide strategic external communications support across portfolio including press materials and executive thought leadership.
• Lead planning and execution of communications with cross-functional partners (R&D, IR, Commercial, Policy, Market Access).
• Prepare crisis and issues management communications for the portfolio.
• Advise regions and subsidiaries on franchise/product communications issues.
• Interface with third parties and manage budgets; supervise hematology portfolio team member.

Skills

Brand Awareness

Content Creation

Crisis Communication Management

Digital Communications

Executive Presence

Internal Communications

Media Campaigns

Media Relations

Medical Communications

Public Affairs Strategies

Public Speaking

Social Media Strategies

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Merck & Co., Inc. in Rahway, NJ, United States is seeking a Director of Oncology Global Communications – Hematology to manage day-to-day communications for the hematology portfolio under the Executive Director, Global Oncology Communications.

The role emphasizes data communications, regulatory milestones, and launch communications across multiple regions. The candidate will lead external communications strategies, collaborate with R&D, Investor Relations, and Commercial teams, and oversee