Global Immunology Clinical Study Lead (Ops)

Merck; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 184,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Long-term incentive

401(k) and benefits

Job summary

Merck in the United States is seeking a seasoned Clinical Operations Lead to plan and execute clinical trials within the Tulisokibart program. You will coordinate across global teams, applying project management, communication, and collaboration skills to drive study milestones and regulatory compliance.

The role requires leadership, cross-functional influence, and a strong background in GCP/ICH, with an emphasis on gastroenterology, dermatology, or rheumatology trials.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree plus 5+ years pharma/clinical drug development experience, or

Responsibilities

• Lead operational planning and execution of clinical trials.
• Serve as clinical trial team lead when needed.
• Drive study planning, timelines, site selection, and status reports.
• Manage timelines, risks, issues, and mitigation plans.
• Collaborate with study teams, country teams, vendors, and committees.
• Oversee study partners and vendors.

Skills

Adaptability

Analytical Problem Solving

Clinical Development

Clinical Operations

Clinical Sciences

Conflict Management

Critical Thinking

Ethical Standards

Good Clinical Practice

Partner Relationship Management

People Management

Presentation Delivery

Process Improvements

Stakeholder Alignment

Strategic Thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree + 5+ years experience

Master's Degree + 3+ years experience

PhD/PharmD Degree

Life sciences degree, preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Merck in the United States is seeking a seasoned Clinical Operations Lead to plan and execute clinical trials within the Tulisokibart program. You will coordinate across global teams, applying project management, communication, and collaboration skills to drive study milestones and regulatory compliance.

The role requires leadership, cross-functional influence, and a strong background in GCP/ICH, with an emphasis on gastroenterology, dermatology, or rheumatology trials.