Oncology Early Development: Clinical Science Director (Hybrid)

MSD; Rahway (NJ); Hybrid; USD 210,000 - 331,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. in Rahway, NJ, is seeking a Senior Director, Clinical Science, Oncology Early Development for a hybrid role.

You will lead strategic Clinical Science efforts across early oncology programs, shaping study design, biomarker strategy, and progression plans in collaboration with cross-functional teams. This role requires advanced scientific credentials and 8+ years in pharma development, with a track record in first-in-human studies and leadership in matrix settings.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in clinical development and early-phase oncology.
• Leadership of first-in-human and early-phase oncology studies.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic Clinical Science leadership across Oncology Early Development.
• Guide protocol development, study design, and endpoints.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and governance.
• Lead and develop Clinical Scientists in a matrix environment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to inform decisions.

Skills

Clinical Science leadership

Oncology Early Development

Strategic thinking

People leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

PhD or PharmD

Master’s in life sciences

Bachelor’s in life sciences

Job description

Merck & Co., Inc. in Rahway, NJ, is seeking a Senior Director, Clinical Science, Oncology Early Development for a hybrid role.

You will lead strategic Clinical Science efforts across early oncology programs, shaping study design, biomarker strategy, and progression plans in collaboration with cross-functional teams. This role requires advanced scientific credentials and 8+ years in pharma development, with a track record in first-in-human studies and leadership in matrix settings.